Wildlife Management maintains populations of wild animals at levels consistent with the best interest of wildlife and the public.
Pest management professionals need to maintain the highest levels of risk management for their customers whilst being aware of non-target species and animals protected by legislation.
Wildlife management provides a balance between the needs of wildlife and the needs of people.
This one-day online training course aims to provide candidates with the knowledge and understanding around the risks that wildlife can pose to people and property, how to manage these risks and what to be aware of when developing sustainable management strategies.
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Overview
Upon completion of the one-day course, candidates will understand:
- The main species that need controlling and their biology (Grey squirrels, rabbits, foxes, moles, mink)
- Why we need to control wildlife
- Non-target species
- Legislation to consider
- Approved control methods.
Level: Core
Prerequisites: None
Delivery: Online/virtual classroom only
Duration: 1 day (10am-4pm)
Additional Study: None
Assessment: None
BPCA Registered CPD Points: 5
BASIS Prompt points: TBC
This course is designed for those involved in the eradication and control of pest within urban and rural environments.
While there isn't a pre-course entry requirement for this programme, you probably get the most out of this course if you already have your Level 2 Award in Pest Management. This BPCA course is open to all.
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Delivery
This is a one-day virtual classroom course. 10am to 4pm.
There will be regular breaks, including one for lunch.
Virtual classroom programmes have limited places, so you can ask questions and get involved in the training from the comfort of your home or work. The BPCA virtual classroom is accessible via Zoom.
To take part, you need:
- A computer, laptop or tablet
- An internet connection.
Smartphones will all so work, however the session is not optimised for very small screens.
This is a training course, not a webinar. Your tutor will be able to see you and you can ask questions face-to-face throughout the session. You tutor will ask you questions to check your understanding, so you’ll need to have your camera and microphone on during the teaching.
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Assessments
There is no assessment for this course.
Upon completion of this course, you will receive a BPCA Certificate of Completion in Introduction to Wildlife Management.
If you are on BPCA Registered you will earn 5 CPD points for completing the course.
If you are on Basis Prompt, you will receive TBC CPD points for completing the course.
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Fees
The online course fee includes access to the course and all handouts.
INTRODUCTORY OFFER
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Including VAT |
Excluding VAT |
| Members |
£114 |
£95 |
| Non-members |
£138 |
£115 |
Cancellation Terms:
Course cancellations will only be accepted on receipt of written instruction and are effective from the date received by the BPCA.
- More than 15 working days prior to course: No charge
- 15 working days or less: 100% of fee.
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Tutor
Steve Quick has many years’ experience both working in and training others in specialist wildlife management. He's been involved in helping clients across the UK on some of the most sensitive sites in the country.