Soil Science Certification

Program Coordinator/Contact
David Wright, Department Head
Brent Turnipseed, Undergraduate Teaching Coordinator
Department of Plant Science
Agricultural Hall 219
605-688-5123
E-mail: david.wright@sdstate.edu
E-mail: brent.turnipseed@sdstate.edu
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Program Information
The soil science certification curriculum is open to students of all majors and focuses on basic soil sciences, covering such topics as soil biology, chemistry, conservation, contaminants, and land management. Students completing the recommended coursework may seek employment in areas of agricultural production, marketing, management, and conservation.

Accreditation, Certification, and Licensure
Students seeking certification or licensure as a professional soil scientist should contact their advisor and refer to https://www.soils.org/certifications/cpss-cpsc.

Course Delivery Format
The program coursework is available on campus, in classrooms and laboratories, as well as field-based settings.