Discover the future of sustainable farming.
Designed to meet Canada’s growing demand for sustainable, high-tech agriculture and the revolutionary field of Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), this cutting-edge program is your gateway to a rewarding career in vertical farming, hydroponics, and more.
In this introductory program, you will gain hands-on experience and the knowledge necessary to optimize plant growth with indoor growing technology. This unique program balances plant production techniques with current technologies and relevant business practices for success in the emerging field of controlled environment agriculture.
Whether you're a high school graduate or a working professional, our comprehensive curriculum, spanning crop selection to system troubleshooting, equips you with the specialized skills the industry needs. Additionally, you'll have the chance for a field placement, offering invaluable real-world experience.
Work-integrated learning: Following the completion of the required courses, you will have the opportunity to complete an optional field placement, allowing you to explore controlled environment agriculture systems based on your specific area of interest and enhance your industry-specific knowledge and skills.
Credentials: Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will receive a certificate in Indoor Agriculture |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 50 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
- Grade11 English
- Grade11 Mathematics
- 2 of Grade11 Chemistry or Grade11 Science or Grade11 Biology
Admission Requirements:
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
- 50% Grade 11 or 12 English
- 50% Grade 11 Math
- 50% in two of Biology 11 or Chemistry 11 or Science 11 OR One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Science 12
- Meet the English Language Proficiency Requirement
Academic Upgrading and High School Applicants: Applicants currently in high school or who are completing academic upgrading must submit proof of enrolment and any available interim/ mid term marks.
Final marks must be submitted within one month following the completion of the course(s) and no later than one month prior to the program start date.
Transfer Options: Olds College has developed agreements with other educational institutions to allow for transition to Olds College, or to another institution to continue your education. Articulations & Agreements
Out of Province Applicants: Please refer to the Provincial Equivalency Chart for course equivalencies.
International Applicants: Olds College welcomes applications from International Applicants and those who have completed their high school education outside of Canada. Please note, it is still necessary to meet all of the noted admission requirements, including English Language Proficiency. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.