Speciality Crop Growers, Short-Term Technical Certificate

Curriculum Code #7191

Effective May 2024

Division of Science and Mathematics

The specialty crop growers short-term technical certificate provides the basic training needed to diversify and expand farm production, boost local economies, increase access to fresh food, and decrease the need for extensive transportation of foods. Students contribute directly to the production of locally grown produce through hands-on experiences with local farmers and growers. Training in specialty crop production allows students to explore career pathways in agriculture, cooperative systems, and marketing. Some courses require travel to mentor farms and off-campus learning sites. Lorain County Community College has articulation agreements with colleges and universities including programs offered by Lorain County Community College’s University Partnership.

Plan of Study Grid
Preferred Sequence
Fall SemesterHours
SAGR 101 FALL CROP PRODUCTION 1 3
SAGR 112 BUSINESS PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE 1 3
SAGR 114 INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE 1 3
 Hours9
Spring Semester
SAGR 102 SPRING CROP PRODUCTION 1 3
SAGR 106 SOIL MANAGEMENT AND CONSERVATION 1 3
SAGR 113 PLANT PROPAGATION 1 2
 Hours8
 Total Hours17
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This course offers an opportunity for experiential learning.

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Students can substitute SAGR 118, SAGR 170, SAGR 287, SAGR 288, SAGR 289, and SAGR 299 for any SAGR course of equal credit-hour value. Students are recommended to meet with the Program Coordinator prior to identifying a substitution.

Program Contact(s):

Ruby Beil
440-366-7222
rbeil@lorainccc.edu

For information about admissions, enrollment, transfer, graduation and other general questions, please contact your advising team.

More program information can be found on our website.

Credit for Prior Learning (PLA) options may be available for your program.  For more information, please visit our website:  www.lorainccc.edu/PLA

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of techniques, tools and technical skills, needed in farm production and farm management, including those needed to qualify for applicable industry credentials.
  2. Work productively and collaboratively in an agricultural environment, as an individual, a member of a problem-solving team, and a social network builder within the farming community.
  3. Contribute to the production, distribution and marketing of locally grown produce.