Agricultural educators teach students about the principles of farming.
A degree in agricultural education can lead to a number of different career options in the agriculture education field. Careers in this field can range from settings in educational institutions to careers in the private sector or even with the federal government. According to North Carolina State University, the average salary for those holding a bachelor's degree in this field is $39,500, as of 2011.
Agriculture Teachers
A career as an agriculture teacher is one of the more common career paths for those holding a degree in this field. Aside from having a bachelor's degree, teachers have to be certified to teach by the state in which they teach. This usually involves the completion of a teacher education program and passing a certification exam that tests your knowledge in the field of agriculture. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the median annual salary for vocational teachers was $47,870, as of May 2009.
Forest Technician
A career as a forest technician is a second career option for those with an agriculture education degree. Forest and conservation technicians gather data on the size, location and characteristics of different tracts of forest land. They also provide education for forest workers in the areas of suppressing and preventing fires and forest propagation. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary of workers in this field was $32,860, as of May 2009.
Agricultural Advisor
Agricultural advisors work with farmers to help them understand better utilize their land, livestock and farm facilities. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 16 percent from 2008 to 2018. The bureau notes that those holding a bachelor's degree should see the best opportunities in the areas of agronomy, technology and food science. The Bureau also notes a median annual salary of $59,630 per year as of May, 2009.
Education Resource Coordinator
Education resource coordinators manage and maintain existing educational resources in the agricultural field in various locations and venues like museums or outreach centers. These coordinators are often responsible for explaining the systems used to store information to visitors who may be there for educational or research purposes. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs for educational coordinators is expected to increase by 23 percent from 2008 to 2018. As of May 2009, the median annual salary for coordinators was $58,780, according to the Bureau.
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