Agriculture Academy
Begin Your Ag Career Now
Interested in a career in agribusiness, farm management, conservation, or working with animals? Complete up to a year of college courses for a variety of EICC Agriculture degree programs, before you graduate. The college credit you earn is free and after high school, finish your degree at EICC or transfer to a four-year institution.
Start your Agriculture degree during high school
Part 1: Foundation of Agriculture
- AGA:390 Introduction to Renewable Resources, 3 credits
- AGB:108 Human Relations I, 1.5 credits
- AGS:119 Advanced Animal Science, 2 credits
- AGS:315 Principles of Animal Nutrition, 3 credits
- SPC:112 Public Speaking, 3 credits
- WBL:101 Exploring Careers: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, 1 credit
Part 2: Advanced Foundation of Agriculture
- AGA:182 Introduction to Soil Science, 3 credits
- AGA:285 Crop Protection, 3 credits
- AGS:352 Genetics, 1.5 credits
- AGA:210 Corn and Soybean Production, 3 credits
- AGB:231 Futures and Options, 1.5 credits
- ECN:130 Principles of Microeconomics, 3 credits
Your Career in Agriculture
Agriculture careers aren’t just for farmers! If you love working with your hands & being outdoors, they might just be for you. Check out what kinds of careers you can have when you earn a two-year degree in Agribusiness Management!
- Agribusiness Management
Ag sales and marketing skills qualify you for a career in all aspects of retail agriculture. - Farm Management
Run a successful farming business with skills in marketing, risk management, and financial management.
- Veterinary Technician
Work in zoos, large- and small-animal clinics, biomedical facilities, and industry as a vet tech. - Conservation
Environmental Science, Fisheries, and Wildlife Habitat Management make up the heart of EICC’s Conservation Program. If you love nature, this program might be perfect for you!

Career Advancement Centers
Brand new ultramodern facilities for career and technical education programs, including automotive tech, culinary, healthcare, welding, and more. Enjoy multi-purpose labs, classrooms, and a large common area. Your successful career starts here.
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Complete your education in two years. Qualify for better jobs. Earn a higher salary. Enjoy a better quality of life. The benefits of an associate's degree are impressive and wide-ranging.
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Contact our High School Team

Liz Bloom
ebloom@eicc.edu
563-336-5210
Advises High School Concurrent: Camanche and Northeast

Holly Hansen
hmhansen@eicc.edu
563-441-4004
Advises High School Concurrent: Cal-Wheat and DeWitt Central

Lorene McLaughlin
ltmclaughlin@eicc.edu
563-441-4127
Advises High School Concurrent: Bellevue and Maquoketa

Joe Shovlain
jshovlain@eicc.edu
563-244-7014
Office 100B
Advises High School Concurrent: Clinton, Career Academies

Anabelia Calderon-Flores
acalderon-flores@eicc.edu
563-288-6035
Advises High School Concurrent: Durant and Muscatine

Theresa Putnam Genz
tputnamgenz@eicc.edu
563-288-6047
Advises High School Concurrent: Columbus Junction and Louisa-Muscatine

Molly Gleason
mmgleason@eicc.edu
563-336-5241
Advises High School Concurrent: Assumption and Davenport North

Lori Perez
ljperez@eicc.edu
563-441-4057
Advises High School Concurrent: Davenport Central, Davenport West, and North
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Jill Spengler
jmspengler@eicc.edu
563-441-4137
Advises High School Concurrent: Bettendorf and Pleasant Valley
Agriculture Academy: Locations

Clinton Career Advancement Center
1210 11th Ave. S.
Clinton, IA 52732
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DeWitt Career Advancement Center
817 E Industrial Street
DeWitt, Iowa 52742
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