New Zealand Certificate in Pest Operations (Level 3) Urban Pest Control
Other Engineering
A course by
Careerforce
This 7-month certificate programme equips learners with the competencies required to safely and effectively carry out pest management activities in urban environments, providing the industry with competent technicians.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
It will take a total of 30 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate health and safety in pest management
Apply and maintain health and safety protocols relevant to pest management in urban environments.
Understand the legislative and regulatory environment
Demonstrate knowledge of the regulatory framework governing the urban pest management industry.
Communicate and record workplace information
Accurately communicate, report, and record information as required for workplace pest management activities.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Certificate in Pest Operations (Level 3) Urban Pest Control prepares technicians to manage and control pests in built environments, ensuring health and safety compliance and knowledge of legislation and pest management procedures. The programme is delivered mostly through the workplace with additional support from a training provider, and is aimed at those already working or entering the urban pest management industry.
Course Content
- Maintaining health and safety in a range of conditions
- Legislative framework and regulatory controls for urban pest management
- Communication, reporting, and recording information for workplace requirements
- Identifying purpose and impacts of pest-control activities
- Identifying, controlling and monitoring pests commonly found in urban environments
What you need to know first
Ideal for those already working in the urban pest management industry or recently employed in the field
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Urban Pest Management
Facility Management
Cleaning Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Pest Control Technician
Exterminator