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Agricultural Mechanics

SPECIALIST CERTIFICATION

ENDORSED BY EVERGLADES EQUIPMENT GROUP

Exam Overview

Agricultural Mechanics encompasses the study of mechanical operations, welding, small engine maintenance and repair,  planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, and underlying principles of technology.

By Industry… For Industry

Certifications were developed through comprehensive needs assessments and job analysis within the agriculture industry. AEST Certifications are meeting industry needs by identifying workers with specific, employer-demanded knowledge, skills and abilities to support hiring practices and fill the gap in employment needs.

“As an agricultural business, we rely on agriculture education programs to share the story of agriculture and supply our workforce needs with certified individuals.” – Diana Padron, HR Director, Everglades Equipment Group, Inc.

See what industry is saying about the Agricultural Mechanics Specialist Certification

Industry Support Letters

Everglades Equipment Group

Everglades Equipment Group is a family owned and operated full service John Deere dealership founded in 1963 with 17 locations covering central and south Florida. Today, Everglades has become one of the largest John Deere dealers in the world by focusing on customer experience through providing cutting-edge equipment and highly trained service.

Interested in a career at Everglades Equipment Group?

Everglades Equipment Group gives individuals who are AEST Certified in Agricultural Mechanics interview preference and reimburses the certification fee (with receipt) when an AEST Certified individual is hired. To learn more about careers at Everglades Equipment Group, click here.

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Industry Readiness Indicators

Industry partners have identified the industry readiness indicators that are measured on the Agricultural Mechanics certification exam.  Based on the industry needs and assessment of each indicator, the number of exam items per area have been determined and are noted on the exam guide.  Additionally, where applicable, the industry readiness indicators have been correlated with current educational frameworks.

Exam Specifics

Exams are delivered online and must be administered by an approved AEST proctor. Candidates have a two-hour window during a single session to complete the exam. Exams are 100 questions in length and include multiple choice options for all items. Candidates are required to achieve a passing score on the exam to earn certification.  Reduced price retake exams are available to candidates who do not meet the minimum passing score on the initial attempt.

60

Minimum Passing Score

85

Initial Exam Fee

50

Retake Exam Fee

Exam Guide

The exam guide is designed to assist candidates to prepare to sit for the Agricultural Mechanics certification exam. It includes information about the exam, exam objectives, recommended references and sample items – all with the intent of helping candidates achieve a passing score. AEST recommends a combination of classroom instruction and self-study to maximize a candidate’s chance of earning industry certification.

Exam References

Primary references and secondary references posted on AEST’s website are available for candidates to use to prepare to sit for the Agricultural Mechanics industry certification exam, though other resources may be used to effectively prepare as well.

Exam Guide
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