Ranch Management Program
Technology continues to evolve everywhere, including in the agricultural industry. Workers need specialized training in production methods as well as the latest developments in agriculture technology to prepare for a successful career in the agricultural industry.
What will I learn?
Students in LCCC's Ranch Management Program (formerly the Agricultural Production Technology Program) learn about areas such as animal care and breeding, crop and soil science and participate in an agricultural internship. The program also allows students to study in LCCC’s state-of-the-art facilities and get hands-on experience with livestock.
What degree will I earn?
Credit Diploma
The Credit Diploma in Ranch Management prepares students to immediately enter the workforce in direct support of production agriculture working as an employee or entrepreneur in livestock and/or crop production. Students enrolled in this credit diploma will gain industry certifications for commercial pesticide application and artificial insemination as well as a supervised internship. The technical expertise offered in this degree program can be easily embedded in the Agriculture and Equine Pathway Associate of Applied Science.
Available at the Cheyenne main campus.
What can I do with this degree?
This degree is designed for students who wish to complete two semesters of school and transition to the workforce.
The program will prepare the student for employment as:
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Agriculture Activities
Students have to opportunity to participate in clubs like the livestock show team, livestock judging team, ranch horse team, block and bridle club, intercollegiate horse show association team and rodeo team in addition to industry field trips and internships.
How much will it cost?
For general college expenses, students should view LCCC’s cost of attendance. Students in this program do not typically incur additional expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ranch Management Program at LCCC:
Do I need previous farm or ranch experience?
Previous agricultural experience is not a program requirement. The curriculum provides technical instruction and hands-on learning in areas such as animal care, breeding, crops and soils.
Does the program cover both livestock and crop production?
Yes. The program prepares students to support livestock, crop or combined agricultural operations. Students learn about animal care and breeding as well as crop production and soil science.
How long will it take to earn this degree?
This credit diploma typically takes a full-time student one year (two semesters) to complete.
Want to keep going?
Your Credit Diploma can be the first step toward an associate degree. After completing the one-year program, students can continue into LCCC’s Agriculture & Equine AAS, with a pathway designed to allow most students to complete the associate degree in about one additional year.