Livestock Production Management (18301-II)
Copyright: 2026
Virginia Assignment Code: 8012
Suggested Grade Level: 11, 12
Duration: 36 weeks
Hours: 140
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: None
CTSO: FFA
Course Description:
This course instructs students in livestock production practices, facilities management, nutrition, health, marketing, and training in scientific principles and practical application of managing livestock species, preparing students for careers in production agriculture and in related agricultural industries. Students will explore skills associated with animal husbandry, which may include cattle, poultry, swine, sheep, goats, equine, and/or specialty animals. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.
Recommended prerequisite: Introduction to Animal Systems (8008)
Note:
The Virginia Administrative Code regulates the class size for this course. For additional information, see 8VAC20-120-150, "Maximum class size," or contact the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career and Technical Education at cte@doe.virginia.gov.
Note:
Competencies within this course ensure compliance with the National FFA Organization's Federal Charter Amendments Act (Public Law 116-7). Through this legislation, students are provided opportunities for leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.This framework has course sequences that have been revised; they will be published on July 1, 2027, and will be effective for the 2027-2028 school year. For additional information, see the course sequence spreadsheet on the Resources page. For technical assistance, please email CTE@doe.virginia.gov.
Credentials, Course Sequences, and Career Clusters/Pathways can be found here: