Royal Society for the Promotion of Health and British Pest Control Association Level 2 Certificate in Pest Control 
 
 
Course Description 
The course is designed to provide an understanding of public health pests and their control. It fulfils the legal requirement relating to the training of pest control technicians as set out in the Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986. Whilst not intended exclusively for people working in pest control, candidates who are, or are intending to be, so employed will be better equipped to carry out their professional duties safely, efficiently and humanely. The syllabus covers rodent control, invertebrate control, health and safety and accident prevention, legislation, customer care and control of non-rodent mammals and birds. 
 
Entry Requirements
None.
 
What the course will cover 
Biology of vertebrate pests.
Evaluation of the site of an infestation.
Control of vertebrate pests.
Biology of invertebrate pests.
Evaluation of the site of an infestation.
Control of invertebrate pests.
Health and safety.
Legislation.
Communication with clients.
Recording relevant information.
 
 
How students will be taught 
Students will experience a range of teaching methods including explanation/information from the tutor, group discussions, question and answer sessions, individual work and working with a partner or small group. 
 
Assessment 
Two and a half hour examination set by the Royal Society for the Promotion of Health. 
 
Course Duration
11 days.
 
Cost 
Please contact us for further information. 
 
Other Information
The course is conducted in English. The examination is available in a range of foreign languages.