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Discover a career in the great outdoors.
Forest Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
In the classroom and in the field, forest technology students are preparing for their futures from day one.
Immersed in real-world environments, like our experimental forest and on-site sawmill, you’ll get hands-on experience with data collection tools, explore wildlife, study land management, and learn about timber harvesting.
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Forest Technology (A.A.S.)
This program takes a hands-on approach that prepares you for technical and mid-management positions in forestry production, wood processing, federal and state agencies, and manufacturing industries.
Bachelor Degree Pathway
Rise to administrative and management positions in your field with an Applied Management (B.S.) Online degree.
Minors & Immersions
Pair a minor with any bachelor's degree, or an immersion with any bachelor's or associate's degree.
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Penn College News
08.05.2024
Eight graduate from industry training held at Earth Science Center
Eight individuals, including a Pennsylvania College of Technology alumnus, are among the latest graduates of the National Hardwood Lumber Association’s Inspector Training School. The association held its eight-week course at Penn College’s Schneebeli Earth Science Center this summer, culminating in a graduation ceremony on Friday that featured an address by state Secretary of Agriculture Russell E. Redding.
08.02.2024
State agriculture secretary helps celebrate newest group of hardwood inspectors
The National Hardwood Lumber Association celebrated the 206th graduating class of its Inspector Training School on Friday at Penn College’s Schneebeli Earth Science Center. The eight-week course – usually offered in Tennessee – took place for the first time in Penn College’s facilities. Among those addressing the graduates were Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Russell E. Redding, NHLA Executive Director Dallin Brooks and Penn College President Michael J. Reed.
05.22.2024
'Tree Campus' designation celebrated, trees planted
For the ninth year, Penn College has received notification of its Tree Campus Higher Education designation, and students celebrated by planting trees (Japanese snowbell and Snow Fountain weeping cherry) at the college's Schneebeli Earth Science Center in honor of Arbor Day.