Agriculture, Water & Environmental Technologies

Join the Green Revolution.

Modern agriculture and environmental science careers affect the most important aspects of our lives. We only have one planet, and now is the time to protect and repair it. Through new-school innovation, Orange County Community Colleges are creating the leaders of environmentally responsible agriculture, water and design revolution. Green jobs are a huge industry in California and a proven pathway to income grow and career opportunity. In California, agriculture alone generated nearly $50 billion dollars in 2019, making our state the largest producer of cash crops in the country. A degree or certificate from your local community college can catapult you into your new career.

Careers in Agriculture, Water, & Environmental Technologies

Agriculture, water, and environmental technologies sector grads are doing amazing things in these high-demand fields and more!

Agriculture, Water & Environmental Services | Wholesale Trade | Agriculture Support & Production

Skills Gained

Get the critical knowledge and tools to succeed in an Agriculture, water, and environmental technologies career.

Earning Potential for Careers in Agriculture, Water, & Environmental Technologies

Your career education in agriculture, water, and environmental technologies opens doors to bigger opportunities, higher salaries, and more!

Agricultural and Food Science Technicians: $35,634-$58,023
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians: $51,852-$80,376
Forest and Conservation Technicians: $33,370-$57,671
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers: $38,631-$73,729

Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation: $37,829-$67,424
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians: $42,870-$63,226
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators: $59,198-$90,791

Find a program near you in AGRICULTURE, WATER & ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGIES

Coastline College

Electronics

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Cypress College

Energy Systems Technology
Environmental Control Technology (HVAC)
Environmental Technology

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Fullerton College

Automation Systems Technology & Maintenance
Horticulture
Landscape Design and Maintenance
Nursery Technology
Drafting Technology

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Golden West College

Environmental Technology
Floriculture/Floristry
Drafting Technology

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Irvine Valley College

Environmental Technology
Drafting Technology
Electronics & Electric Technology

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North Orange Continuing Education

Electrical Trainee

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Orange Coast College

Horticulture
Computer Electronics
Electronics & Electric Technology
Environmental Control Technology
Landscape Design & Landscape Specialist
Retrofitting California Urban Gardens

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Saddleback College

Environmental Technology
Horticulture
Landscape & Maintenance
Computer Electronics
Drafting Technology
Electrical
Electrical, Electronic, and Electro-Mechanical Drafting
Electronics & Electric Technology

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Santa Ana College

Drafting Technology
Energy Systems Technology

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Santiago Canyon College

Electrical
Electrical Systems & Power Transmission
Environmental Technology
Public Works
Water & Wastewater Technology

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I wanted a job that there was always going to be a need for. We have to have water for everything.

Jason

Future BUILT graduate

Agriculture, Water, & Environmental Tech Facts

California accounts for 40 percent of all organic production in the U.S. In 2019, sales of organic products in California totaled more than $10.4 billion.

Agriculture generated nearly $50 billion dollars in 2019, making California the largest producer of cash crops in the country.

90% of agriculture-related Career Education graduates in Orange County and Los Angeles reported finding a job within six months of completing their certifications or degrees.