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Advanced insect and rodent biology

Looking to deepen your understanding of vertebrate and invertebrate pests to advance your pest management skills?

This course is aimed at those already working in pest control who now wish to gain a more in-depth knowledge of insect and rodent biology.

The course will cover the primary insect pest species that pest controllers will most likely encounter, including bed bugs, cockroaches, beetles, moths, flies, fleas, mosquitoes and wasps. 

It will also look at the main rodent pest species, including black rats, brown rats, house mice, field mice and wood mice.

BPCA Registered CPD Points: 6.5
Basis Prompt points: TBC

Advanced

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Online virtual classroom

1 day (9.30am-4.30pm)

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Overview

The course will use a mix of presentations, breakout sessions and interactive discussions.

Upon completion of the course, delegates will:

  • Be able to identify common public health insect pests
  • Review: body plans, functionality and adaptations
  • Understand the driving factors behind insect behaviour and biology concerning pest management
  • Identify both common rodent pests and commonly encountered non-targets
  • Understand the role that urinary proteins play in rodent communication
  • Understand the driving factors behind rodent behaviour and biology concerning pest management.

While not mandatory, we advise that to get the most out of this course, delegates attending should already be qualified to a minimum of Level Two Award in Pest Management (or equivalent) and have a working knowledge of insect and rodent control within pest control environments. 

Delivery

This is a one-day virtual classroom course. 9.30 am to 4.30 pm.

The course will use a mix of presentations and interactive sessions.

The course will be delivered as an online classroom training course using the Zoom platform.  As in a classroom environment, candidates will be encouraged to engage in discussions, share experiences and ask questions.

There will be regular breaks throughout the day, including lunch. Please take advantage of these breaks to move away from your device and move around a little, as this will help you maintain focus throughout the day.

To take part in the session, you will need:

• Computer, laptop or tablet
• Internet connection.

Please note: Smartphones will work, however the session is not optimised for very small screens.

Slides from the training will NOT be available, so please ensure that you have pens and paper to enable you to take your own notes.

Assessments

There is no assessment for this course.

Upon completing this course, you will receive a BPCA Certificate of Completion in Advanced Insect and Rodent Biology.

If you are on BPCA Registered, you will earn 6.5 CPD points for completing the course.

If you are on Basis Prompt, you will receive TBC CPD points for completing the course.

Fees

The online course fee includes access to the course and all handouts. 

  Including VAT Excluding VAT
Members £132.00 £110.00
Non-members £160.00 £133.00

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.
Trainer

Alex-Wade-training-page

Alex Wade has a scientific background and is highly regarded throughout the industry for his detailed knowledge of biology and animal behaviour.

His areas of expertise include biology, toxicology (specifically around rodenticides and insecticides) and general research and development.