What is an accredited farm manager and how to become one

Key steps to become an accredited farm manager

1. Explore accredited farm manager education requirements

   Most common accredited farm manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   58.8 %

   Master's

   22.8 %

   Associate

   13.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific accredited farm manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Accreditation Standards	38.85%
   NCQA	26.16%
   Accreditation Process	24.74%
   CMS	4.74%
   Performance Improvement	3.22%

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3. Complete relevant accredited farm manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New accredited farm managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an accredited farm manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real accredited farm manager resumes.

4. Research accredited farm manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage pedigree cattle farm by; overseeing breeding production and certify artificial insemination program.
   • Develop course-development processes within prescribe framework from ACCME.
   • Prepare policy and procedure for ACA accreditation audit including writing and organizing policy and creating ACA standard folders with process indicators.
   • Organize and monitor inventory levels for stock and equipment and contact suppliers to schedule delivery using just-in-time supply management techniques.

5. Apply for accredited farm manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an accredited farm manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams