“I’ve always wanted to be a farmer,” said Dave Heilman, “so this is a job of a lifetime.”

Heilman is a graduate of the Organic Farming Certificate Program, a yearlong accredited course offered through a partnership between Rodale Institute and Delaware Valley University. After completing the program, Heilman earned a position as Director of Farming Operations at Highland Hospitality Group.

See why Dave pursued the program and how it’s changed the course of his life in the video below:

Are you ready for a rewarding career in organic agriculture? The Organic Farming Certificate Program offers flexible schedule options, financial aid, and special support for veterans.

Learn more and complete an application here.

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