Animal Science Certification

This certificate provides focused training in the principles of animal health, disease prevention, and management across species. Students build skills in that prepare them for careers in livestock operations, veterinary services, animal wellness and regulatory-oriented roles. With coursework anchored in real-world industry settings, the program enhances professional readiness for roles in animal health production systems, agribusinesses, extension and governmental agencies.

This certificate equips students with the scientific foundation and applied skills needed to evaluate and manage diets for production, companion, and performance animals. Learners explore key topics such as nutrient requirements, digestion and metabolism, feed ingredient evaluation, ration formulation and feed-management strategies. Graduates are prepared to work in livestock production, pet food, and other animal-science roles where nutrition is central to animal performance, health and sustainability.

This certificate program incorporates courses from several departments to create a multi-disciplinary learning experience focused on the practical application of scientific knowledge to beef cattle production, health and management issues.

This certificate program incorporates courses from several departments to create a multi-disciplinary learning experience focused on the practical application of scientific knowledge to feedlot health and management issues.

This certificate will allow the Animal Sciences and Industry department to better identify, advise, and prepare students for the numerous and various kinds of jobs in the Meat Processing Industry.

This certificate program is designed to increase the number of potential job opportunities in the equine industry to the student whose curricula does not include equine related courses. The program also provides the opportunity for pre-vet students to increase their equine knowledge and horse handling skills. In addition, it will allow students with horse experience to further enhance their knowledge in equine science for personal enrichment.

The dairy science certificate aids students in developing a broad skill set necessary for management roles in the growing dairy industry in Kansas or across the nation. The certificate incorporates numerous active learning opportunities, including dairy judging, research, and internships.