General Pest Control
Level 4 Diploma | Endorsed by Quality License Scheme | Endorsed Certificate Included
South London College
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- Certificate of completion - Free
- Diploma in General Pest Control at QLS Level 4 - Free
- Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
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Diploma in General Pest Control - Level 4
This Diploma in General Pest Control – Level 4 will thoroughly educate the interested parties on general pest control and the proper way to administer it. All the general pest control information such as pest and infestation identification and various pest control methods will be relayed amply through this Diploma in General Pest Control course, making this a great foundation course to get into or progress in the pest control industry or to simply be aware of pest control in general.
This Diploma in General Pest Control course will help you comprehend about pest control and the importance of pest control in agriculture, pest control and residences, provided you have a recognised qualification at level 3 or above in a related disciple. You will also get to learn about the different pests such as bed bugs, ants, cockroaches, ticks and spiders, followed by modules that will teach you about common pesticide application, agricultural pesticide application and aerial application. By the end of this course Diploma in General Pest Control, you will have a significant knowledge on general pest control to make a career out of it or to enhance your knowledge on its application.
The course has been endorsed under the Quality Licence Scheme. The completion of this course alone does not lead to a regulated qualification* but may be used as evidence of knowledge and skills gained. The Learner Unit Summary may be used as evidence towards Recognition of Prior Learning if you wish to progress your studies in this subject. To this end the learning outcomes of the course have been benchmarked at Level 2 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of study and level of demand/complexity involved in successful completion by the learner.
The course itself has been designed by Imperial Learning Limited* to meet specific learners’ and/or employers’ requirements which cannot be satisfied through current regulated qualifications.
The Quality Licence Scheme endorsement involves robust and rigorous quality audits by external auditors to ensure quality is continually met. A review of courses is carried out as part of the endorsement process.
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*Regulated qualification refers to those qualifications that are regulated by Ofqual / CCEA / Qualification Wales
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What Will I Learn?
- Have a clear understanding of pest control and the importance of proper pest control.
- Learn about pests such as bed bugs, ants, cockroaches, ticks and spiders.
- Gain insight into common pesticide application.
- Learn about agricultural pesticide application and aerial application.
COURSE CURRICULUM : Diploma in General Pest Control - Level 04
★ MODULE 01 : Pesticide Applicator Observations
- Termidor (Great on Ants too)
- Delta Dust
- NiBan -FG
- Talstar One
- Wasp Freeze
★ MODULE 02 : Bed Bugs
- Bed Bugs
- Dwellings can become infested with bed bugs in a variety of ways, from
- Life Stages
- Dealing with Bed Bugs and Ticks
- Controlling Infestations
- Liquid insecticide formulations include
- How to treat the mattress with insecticides:
- Treatment
- Bed Bug Section References
- Pesticide Key Words
★ MODULE 03 : Ant Section
- Introduction
- Carpenter Ants
- Red Imported Fire Ants RIFA Solenopsis invicta
- Leaf Cutter Ants Atta texana
- Odorous House AntPiss Ant
- Termite Introduction
- Wood Damage
- Inspection for Subterranean Termites
- Prevention
- Ant Identification and Control Section Post Quiz
★ MODULE 04 : Cockroach Section
- Best Known
- German Cockroach
- BrownbandedCockroach(Supella longipalpa)
- American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana)
- Oriental Cockroach
- Wood Cockroach
- Smokybrown Cockroach Periplaneta fuliginosa
- Control Smokybrown Cockroaches
- Asian Cockroach Blattella asahinai
- Madagascan Giant Hissing Roaches
- Cockroach Management Strategies
- Procedures for Cockroach Control in a Restaurant Kitchen
- Cockroach Post Quiz
★ MODULE 05 : Tick Section
- Tick Section
- Lone Star Tick Amblyomma Americanum
- Relapsing FeverTickOrnithodorus spp
- Relapsing Fever
- Elimination of Dursban Pesticide for Nearly all Household Uses
- Chemical Controlof Ticks Summary
- Tick Section Post Quiz
★ MODULE 06 : Spider Section
- Class Arachnida
- Arachnida Classes
- Chelicerata
- More on Chelicerates
- Deadly Spider’s Venom may Yield Super Virility
- Spider Identification Section
- Web Spiders
- Brown Recluse Spider
- Hobo Spider Information
- Spider Control Section
- Spider Glossary
- Spider Section Post Quiz
★ MODULE 07 : Common Pesticides Application Section
- Common Pesticide Application Center
- Pesticide Alert
- Timely Coordination with Authorities
- Common Kinds of Pesticides and their Function Pest Control Devices
- Common Pesticide Applications and Methods
- Insect Growth Regulators
- IPM Methods(Types of Pest Control)
- Six Basic Components
- Main Focus of IPM Programs
- Adjuvants
- Proper Pesticide Handling
- More on Storing Pesticide
- Pesticide Spills
- Pesticide Spill Kit
- Knowledge of Labeling Information
- Pesticide Application Post Quiz
★ MODULE 08 : Agricultural Pesticide Application Section
- New and Required EPA Information
- Changes to EPA’s Farm Worker Protection Standard
- Employers covered by the WPS must
- Background
- Agricultural Employers Responsibility
- Four Basic WPS Requirements
- What Does the Revised WPS Require?
- General Duties of WPS
- WPS Protection
- Mitigation
- Terms You Need to Know
- Who Does the WPS Protect?
- Worker Protection Standard Compliance Monitoring Program
- Accomplishments and Violations Reports
- Handler Training
- Short Summary of WPS Requirements
- WPS Requires Restricted Entry to Treated Areas
- WPS Requires Notification of Applications
- Application Exclusion Zone (AEZ)
- Greenhouses are now referred to as Growing Enclosures.
- WPS -Central Posting on Large or Non-contiguous Establishments
- Federal Pesticide Recordkeeping Requirements
- Agricultural Pesticide Application Post Quiz
★ MODULE 09 : Aerial Application Section
- Aircraft Sprayers
- Personal Safety Section
- Nozzles
- Drift Control Explained
- Enclosed Cabs
- Integrated Pest Management
- Honey Bee Protection
- Buffer Zones
- Pesticide/Insect Glossary
- References
Access Duration
The Diploma in General Pest Control course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course. The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time.
Method of Assessment
In order to complete the Diploma in General Pest Control - Level 4 successfully, all students are required to complete a series of assignments. The completed assignments must be submitted via the online portal. Your instructor will review and evaluate your work and provide your feedback based on how well you have completed your assignments.
Certification
Those who successfully complete the course will be issued the Diploma in General Pest Control at QLS Level 4 by the Quality Licence Scheme.
Course Code: QLS-04879
Awarding Body (Accreditation)
The Quality Licence Scheme has long-established reputations for providing high quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. The Quality Licence Scheme combines over 180 years of expertise combined with a responsive, flexible and innovative approach to the needs of our customers.
Renowned for excellent customer service, and quality standards, The Quality Licence Scheme also offer regulated qualifications for all ages and abilities post-14; all are developed with the support of relevant stakeholders to ensure that they meet the needs and standards of employers across the UK.
Who is this course for?
- Students
- Job seekers
- Individuals working in pest control environment
- Farm Workers
- Pest Control Technicians
- Anyone willing to gain knowledge in general pest control
Requirements
- Learners should be age 19 or over, and must have a basic understanding of Maths, English, and ICT.
- A recognised qualification at level 3 or above in any discipline.
Career path
- Farmers - £8.57 per hour
- Farm Workers - £8.39 per hour
- Farm Manager - £27,636 per annum
- Pest Control Technician - £18,743 per annum
- Agricultural Pest Controller
- Agricultural Pest Control Specialist
Other jobs you can get
- Pest Control Coordinator
- Pest Control Advisor
Questions and answers
With this qualification, am I allowed to practice pest control, or do I require further certification?
Answer:Dear Anthony Thank you very much for your query. This will open the gateways for you to be Farmers - £8.57 per hour Farm Workers - £8.39 per hour Farm Manager - £27,636 per annum Pest Control Technician - £18,743 per annum Agricultural Pest Controller Agricultural Pest Control Specialist Other jobs you can get Pest Control Coordinator Pest Control Advisor Regards, Student Support Team.
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Certificates
Certificate of completion
Digital certificate - Included
Diploma in General Pest Control at QLS Level 4
Digital certificate - Included
Those who successfully complete the course will be issued the Diploma in General Pest Control at QLS Level 4 by the Quality Licence Scheme.
Course Code: QLS-04879
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