General Pest Control
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Diploma in General Pest Control at QLS Level 4
This course is endorsed under Quality Licence Scheme.
The Diploma in General Pest Control at QLS Level 4 is designed about main pest species, identifying infestations and different methods of control. The course is suitable for pest control technicians and for individuals who support these technicians although they do not carry it out themselves.
The course will provide learners with valuable information and insight into pest management and control. Have a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a pest control technician. Additionally, it is ideal that everyone has general knowledge on pest control regardless of their profession in order to prevent and implement proper pest control protocols.
The Diploma in General Pest Control at QLS Level 4 is aimed at providing general pest control information to parties involved. The course will cover the important of proper pest control. Additionally, learn about pests such as bed bugs, ants, cockroaches, ticks and spiders. The course will also give learners in-depth knowledge on agricultural pesticide and aerial pesticide.
The Quality Licence Scheme, endorses high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This means that Global Edulink has undergone an external quality check to ensure that the organisation and the courses it offers, meet defined quality criteria. 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 4 against level descriptors published by Quality Licence Scheme, to indicate the depth of study and level of demand/complexity involved in successful completion by the learner.
This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. We will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
Why Choose Global Edulink?
Global Edulink offers the most convenient path to gain skills and training that will give you the opportunity to put into practice your knowledge and expertise in an IT or corporate environment. You can study at your own pace at Global Edulink and you will be provided with all the necessary material, tutorials, qualified course instructor, narrated e-learning modules and free resources which include Free CV writing pack, free career support and course demo to make your learning experience more enriching and rewarding.
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COURSE CURRICULUM
Module 01 : Pesticide Applicator Observations
- Termidor (Great on Ants too)
- Delta Dust
- NiBan –FG
- Talstar One
- Wasp Freeze
Module 02 : Bed Bugs
- Life Stages
- Dealing with Bed Bugs and Ticks
- Controlling Infestations
Module 03 : Ant Section
- Introduction
- Carpenter Ants
- Red Imported Fire Ants RIFA Solenopsis invicta
- Leaf Cutter Ants Atta texana
- Odorous House Ant
- Termite Introduction
- Detection of Termites
- Wood Damage
- Inspection for Subterranean Termites
- Prevention
Module 04 : Cockroach Section
- German Cockroach
- Brownbanded Cockroach (Supella longipalpa)
- Cockroach Management Strategies
- Procedures for Cockroach Control in a Restaurant Kitchen
Module 05 : Tick Section
- Lone Star Tick (Amblyomma americanum)
- Relapsing Fever Tick (Ornithodorus spp)
- Chemical Control of Ticks Summary
Module 06 : Spider Section
- Spider Identification Section
- Web Spiders
- Brown Recluse Spider
- Hobo Spider Information
- Spider Control Section
- Spider Glossary
Module 07 : Common Pesticides Application Section
- Hand Operated Sprayers
- Insect Growth Regulators
- IPM Methods (Types of Pest Control)
- Adjuvants
- Proper Pesticide Handling
- Pesticide Spills
- Knowledge of Labeling Information
Module 08 : Agricultural Pesticide Application Section
- Agricultural Employers Responsibility
- What Does the Revised WPS Require
- Who Does the WPS Protect
- Short Summary of WPS Requirements
- WPS -Central Posting on Large or Non-contiguous Establishments
- Federal Pesticide Recordkeeping Requirements
Module 09 : Aerial Application Section
- Aerial Application Section
Access Duration
The 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 at QLS 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.
While the submission of your assignment is compulsory for you to get your Quality Licence Scheme certification, you can also receive another CPD & iAP, free e-certificate if you take a 20 multiple choice exam.
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
Endorsed by
The Quality Licence Scheme is part of the Skills and Education Group, a charitable organisation that unites education and skills-orientated organisations that share similar values and objectives. With more than 100 years of collective experience, the Skills and Education Group’s strategic partnerships create opportunities to inform, influence and represent the wider education and skills sector.
The Skills and Education Group also includes two nationally recognised awarding organisations; Skills and Education Group Awards and Skills and Education Group Access. Through our awarding organisations we have developed a reputation for providing high-quality qualifications and assessments for the education and skills sector. We are committed to helping employers, organisations and learners cultivate the relevant skills for learning, skills for employment, and skills for life.
Our knowledge and experience of working within the awarding sector enables us to work with training providers, through the Quality Licence Scheme, to help them develop high-quality courses and/or training programmes for the non-regulated market.
Other benefits
- Written and designed by the industry’s finest expert instructors with over 15 years of experience
- Repeat and rewind all your lectures and enjoy a personalised learning experience
- Unlimited 12 months access from anywhere, anytime
- Save time and money on travel
- Learn at your convenience and leisure
- Eligible for TOTUM discount card
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
Hello is there any pest control courses in wrexham or Chester area or close to them or which is the nearest course to wrexham
Answer:Dear Sir/Ma'am Thank you very much for your query. This is an online course where you can access anywhere anytime Hurry up to grab the discount as it ends soon Regards, Student Support Team.
This was helpful.Hello is there any pest control training in wrexham area
Answer:Dear Sir/Ma'am Thank you very much for your query.This is an online course where you can access any time anywhere. You will 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 and Learn about agricultural pesticide application and aerial application. Hurry up to grab the discount as it ends soon Regards, Student Support Team.
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