Key Information for Students

The Environmental Science program is great for you if:

• you are curious about natural and physical sciences;
• you have good math, science, reading, writing, and communication skills;
• you benefit from hands-on, field-based, and service learning course activities;
• you have a passion for participating in environmental inquiry and solutions; and
• you enjoy working in interdisciplinary teams.

Key information and advice for students in the Environmental Science program:

• A core curriculum helps students develop key skills for applying biological, physical, and chemical principles to the study of the environment and the developing solutions to environmental problems.
• The required Professional Field Experience course at the end of the degree program gives students an opportunity to make connections with local environmental agencies and employers.
• Required courses for the Environmental Science degree are offered at CCV academic centers throughout the state and in online and hybrid formats. Students can choose to do a majority of their courses online.

The Environmental Science program prepares you for careers such as:

• Agriculture & Food Science Technician
• Environmental Engineering Technician
• Environmental Science & Protection Technician
• Forest & Conservation Technician
• Water and Wastewater Operator
• Water Conservation Technician

Job outlook in Environmental Science in the state of Vermont:

For up-to-date Vermont labor market information, including salary information and growth projections, please visit the Economic and Labor Market Information at the Vermont Department of Labor Website.

http://www.vtlmi.info/