Certification, Licensing, and Special Requirements
Certification or Licensing
The majority of technicians in the field are not required to have a license or certification. However, technicians involved in grading or inspecting for local, state, or federal government units must pass examinations to be qualified. Some other government jobs, such as that of research assistant, may also require a competitive examination. The American Society of Agronomy (ASA) offers a variety of certification credentials, including the certified crop adviser, resistance management specialty, sustainability specialty, and certified professional agronomist designations. The ASA says that "being certified adds credibility and shows that you are serious about what you do."
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