Allan Hancock College’s agriculture program offers associate degrees and certificates in agribusiness, viticulture, and plant science. Students gain practical experience through industry partnerships and internships. Click here to learn more.

Ventura County Unified School District’s Agriculture Business Pathway offers students (9th grade and up) a fast-track to college courses in agriculture business and entry-level careers in agriculture. This pathway is based at Ventura High School and consists of two sequenced year-long courses, a concentrator followed by a capstone. Students can also participate in the Career Technical Student Organization called Future Farmers of America (FFA). Click here for more information!

CSUCI’s environmental science and resource management courses offer relevant pathways for students interested in sustainability and land management. The university provides hands-on learning opportunities and connections to local environmental organizations. Click here to learn more.

Cal Poly’s College of Agriculture, Food & Environmental Sciences offers cutting-edge training, research opportunities, and industry collaborations to prepare students for leadership roles in agriculture. Click here to learn more.

FFA’s Ag Explorer helps students discover diverse career pathways in agriculture, from farming and animal science to agribusiness, technology, and environmental conservation. Ag Explorer provides tools to help you find the right path in the ag industry. Click here to learn more.

At Moorpark College, students can take foundational science courses and transfer to universities with strong agricultural programs. The college is known for its hands-on teaching approach, including its on-campus zoo for animal science studies. Click here to learn more.

Oxnard College supports students with personalized career assessments, job search strategies, and resume-building workshops. Its location in an agricultural hub provides opportunities for local internships and career connections in the industry. Click here to learn more.

The UC Master Gardener Training Class is offered every other year in Ventura County. For each class, around 35 applicants are invited to become Master Gardener Trainees. They are looking for applicants with passion and enthusiasm for learning, gardening and volunteering, previous volunteer work, special talents, and diversity in age, gender, ethnicity. Once accepted, applicants must attend approximately 80 hours of class instruction in horticulture from community experts.  Click here for more information!

UCSB’s strong environmental studies and sustainability programs offer pathways into agricultural policy, food systems, and land conservation. The university also connects students with research opportunities and career resources. Click here to learn more.

Ventura College offers an ag program that emphasizes hands-on training in plant science, horticulture, and agricultural business. Students can earn associate degrees or certificates that prepare them for careers in farming, agribusiness, and sustainable agriculture. Click here to learn more.