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Department of Agriculture and Technical Studies
Students trained for agricultural and technical careers will receive the skills essential to succeed in agri-business, agriculture production, and highway transportation. Our unique agriculture program incorporates an agreement between Dickinson State and North Dakota State University which provides students easy access to educators with valuable agriculture experience in research, business, and extension work. Hands-on experience through internships and field trips gives students a head start in a competitive job market.

Department of Health and Physical Education
Prepare yourself for a career in today's health-conscious society. You will enhance your background through job-related activities at Dickinson State and schools in surrounding communities. Upon completion of the physical education major, you can pursue a fulfilling career as a physical education teacher or at jobs in coaching, athletic training, or recreation programming.

Department of Teacher Education
Dickinson State continues its tradition of preparing highly successful teachers. The department meets the high standards required by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the Education Standards and Practices Board. You can select from a major in elementary education or from a variety of secondary education program fields. Endorsement programs are available in kindergarten and reading, as well as in minor fields of study.

Department of Nursing
Dickinson State is home of one of the top nursing programs in the region. The Associate of Applied Science in Practical Nursing (AASPN) degree is a two-year program preparing you for the licensing examination for practical nursing. Completion of the AASPN degree allows you to obtain employment and/or continue your education through the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) completion program. Recognized for their outstanding quality, the AASPN and BSN programs are both accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLCAC) and approved by the North Dakota State Board of Nursing.

Department of Business and Management
Do you want to be a business leader of tomorrow? You can complete a bachelor's degree in accounting, business education, or business administration with concentrations in management, agri-business, accounting, banking and finance, computer science, or management information systems. In addition, you may add to your resume the practical experience of an internship. This hands-on program provides valuable insight into the real business world and helps you with your job search following graduation.

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