Idaho Professional Applicator Complete 16 Credit Bundle - Structural and Invertebrate Pest Management
This course bundle is designed for professional applicators and contains 16 credits of continuing education focused on structural and invertebrate pest management. All courses are approved by the Idaho Department of Agriculture. Please click on course details for a list of specific courses.
BUNDLE CONTENTS:
- General Structural Pest Management – 3 credits
- Bed Bugs: Overview and Management – 2 credits
- Rodents and Other Vertebrate Pest Management – 2 credits
- Structure Infesting Pest Management – 3 credits
- Structure Invading Pest Management – 3 credits
- Pest Control Practices in Residential, Industrial & Institutional Structures – 2 credits
- IPM for Termite Prevention – 1 credit
General Structural Pest Management
Course Description
As certified or licensed professionals we have legal responsibilities that we must fulfill in every job that we do. Not only do have to control pests, but we also have to do the paperwork and legwork that documents our applications. These are very important steps in the process of pest control, and following through is a must for any successful business.
As certified or licensed applicators it is so important that you can trust everyone on your team to be knowledgeable about their duties, and responsible for protecting your customers, the environment and your business. A solid basic training program for all technicians will help you work safer and more efficiently.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Identify and calibrate different types of application equipment
- Identify different common structural pests
- Describe how to implement integrated pest management in structural situations
- Outline the special considerations needed for specialized facilities
- Outline the key pests and pest hot spots for specialized facilities
Bed Bugs: Overview and Management
Course Description
Most people visibly cringe when they hear the words “bed bugs”. Structural applicators know that managing a bed bug infestation is difficult on many levels. This course looks at the history of bed bugs, current integrated pest management approaches to preventing and managing an infestation, and several of the chemical options available when your non-chemical controls and methods have failed.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Speak confidently to clients and residents concerning chemical and non-chemical controls.
- Accurately differentiate between bed bugs and bat bugs.
- Positively identify the signs of a bed bug infestation.
Rodents and Other Vertebrate Pest Management
Course Description
An animal with a backbone or spinal column is called a vertebrate. A few vertebrates, such as rats and mice, are common pests in urban and industrial areas. Others are not pests in their normal habitats but may occasionally become pests when they conflict with humans. Public concern for the welfare of animals and the risk to people, pets, and other non-targets from poisons used to kill vertebrates have made rules governing vertebrate pest control particularly strict. Laws and regulations at the state and local levels may be much more restrictive than federal regulations. Be sure you understand all the regulations that apply in your geographic area before attempting to control vertebrate pests.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Describe the lifecycle, inspection process, and health concerns commonly associated with vertebrate pests
- Distinguish the different types of lethal and non-lethal options for managing vertebrate pests
- Describe the various types of traps and baits used to control vertebrate pests
Structure Infesting Pest Management
Course Description
Having a clear understanding of the hierarchy of insect classification is important. It helps us better understand the background of our pest decide the best course of action in controlling the pest. This course will cover some of the structure infesting pests commonly encountered by structural pesticide applicators and technicians.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Describe the different stages of insect growth, development and metamorphosis
- Distinguish the different types of cockroaches and discuss effective management options
- Distinguish ants and termites and discuss effective management options for ants
- Distinguish the different types of stored product and fabric pests and discuss effective management options
- Describe the difference between silverfish and firebrats
- Describe the different types of fleas and discuss effective management options for each
Structure Invading Pest Management
Course Description
As a pest control technician, it’s important to be familiar with the pests in the region as well as where they reproduce. Some pests like honeybees and spiders will generally live and reproduce outside but will also invade a structure if it finds a suitable living area. In some cases, it is difficult to determine if the designated living space is inside or outside. This course covers the identification and management of pests that generally live outside but will invade a structure if the conditions are favorable.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Identify common flying pests, describe their life cycle, and describe proper pest management procedures
- Identify common spiders, describe the habitat and life cycles, and describe proper management procedures
- Differentiate and identify common types of ticks, lice, and mites
- Identify which types of ticks, lice, and mites carry disease
- Identify miscellaneous structural invaders and describe proper management procedures
Pest Control Practices in Residential, Industrial & Institutional Structures
Course Description
Prepare yourself for a showdown against those pesky pest invasions! These little troublemakers can wreak havoc on your structures, causing extensive damage to furniture, fabrics, and stored items. Not to mention, some pests are disease carriers and can leave you with painful bites and stings, while weeds create safety hazards and become breeding grounds for more pests.
n this course, officially approved by the Office of Indiana State Chemist, you’ll become a master of safe, effective, and budget-friendly pest management methods that prioritize the well-being of both people and the environment.
By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills to:
- Take charge of pest control within and around structures.
- Conduct meticulous inspections, monitoring, and trapping of pests.
- Keep those pesky weeds under control in the vicinity of structures.
- Apply pesticide formulations correctly and responsibly.
- Combat common food pests like a true champion.
IPM for Termite Prevention
Course Description
Termites are one of the most destructive pests in the United States. They are responsible for more than 2 million dollars in damage each year. In many states, building codes require the use of liquid termiticide when constructing new structures. But there are several common-sense IPM practices that can be implemented to make a structure less inviting to termites from the start. This course will provide a review of IPM principles, termite biology, and several solid IPM practices to make any structure less attractive to termites.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Explain the principles of Integrated Pest Management and how they apply to termite prevention.
- Describe the life cycle of a termite and be familiar with termite behavior.
- Recommend several IPM practices that can reduce the risk of a structure being invaded by termites.