Agriculture Communications and Leadership is designed to help students develop the communication, leadership, and teamwork skills essential for success in agricultural education, FFA, and future career pathways. Through interactive lessons, speaking opportunities, and team-based activities, students will strengthen their ability to lead, collaborate, and represent the agricultural industry with confidence and professionalism.
Areas of study include public speaking, extemporaneous and impromptu speaking, written communication, interpersonal communication, making strong first impressions, and building effective personal and team goals. Students will also explore strategies for organizing groups to take action, facilitating meetings, and evaluating team or organizational progress.
The course emphasizes hands-on practice, allowing students to engage in real-world leadership scenarios, develop presentations, participate in mock leadership events, and collaborate on agriculture-related communication projects. Students will also enhance their understanding of the role communication plays in advocacy, agricultural literacy, and community engagement.
Agriculture Communications and Leadership is ideal for students interested in leadership roles, public speaking, agricultural advocacy, organizational management, or careers within agricultural communications and education.
Prerequisites for this course include the successful completion of Agricultural Power and Technology, Principles of Animal Science, Principles of Plant Science, or SAE Project.