Current

Intermediate

Pest Control Technician Certification

Udemy · National Pest Management Association · Updated March 2026

Platform rating

4.4/5

Champ rating

8.1/10

Duration

10 hours video

Classes

68

Learn to work with natural systems and build a career that makes a difference in this course. Professional pest control training covering insect identification, rodent management, termite treatment, integrated pest management (IPM), pesticide safety, and licensing preparation. Includes field techniques, soil analysis, and sustainable management planning exercises drawn from active farms and conservation sites.

What you'll get

Identify and treat common household and structural pests

Apply integrated pest management strategies

Handle pesticides safely and comply with EPA regulations

Apply integrated pest management (IPM) to reduce chemical dependency

Implement sustainable farming practices balancing productivity and stewardship

Install and maintain irrigation systems for efficient water management

Course Curriculum

7 chapters

Fit

Best for

Farmers

Conservationists

Arborists

Environmental Scientists

Not ideal for

Learners seeking only entry-level overviews

Prerequisites & pricing

Prerequisites

No prior farming or environmental experience required. An interest in the outdoors and sustainable practices is helpful.

Pricing

$14.99

Certification

Certificate

Pest Control

IPM

Termite Treatment

Pesticide Safety

Entomology

Crop Rotation

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