Master Technician: Occasional Invaders

Workshop Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Norfolk Airport, 1500 N. Military Highway, Norfolk, VA 23502

Cost: VPMA Member $209 - Non-member $330
Recertification credits have been applied for in 7a and 60 in Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Washington DC, and West Virginia. Workshop Summary: The homes and structures that PMPs (Pest Management Professionals) work to protect are often attacked by structurally-damaging insects. But sometimes, Occasional Invaders crawl, slink, or fly their way into a structure simply looking for harborage, food, or they may have just wandered in. While they may not cause structural damage, they can certainly alarm the human residents of a structure. As a technician, having a firm understanding of the wide variety of creatures that fall into this category can equip you to better assure your customers that you can provide a solution to eradicate these invaders.

Master Technician: Termites

Workshop Location: Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Center (HRAREC), 1444 Diamond Springs Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

Cost: VPMA Member $209 - Non-member $330
Recertification credits have been applied for in 7b and 60 in Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Washington DC, and West Virginia. Workshop Summary: Out of all pest problems, termite infestations are by far the most costly. Nationwide, termite infestations cause an average of $5 billion in damages each year. All technicians will likely encounter termites at a customer's structure at some point, whether they are servicing for termites, general pests, or another issue. Understanding the complex nature of this pest group and the significant differences between species is vital to gaining control of infestations and providing effective protection for your customers' structures.

VPMA Certified WDI Inspector Workshop - Tidewater

Cost: VPMA Member $209 - Non-member $330

Workshop Location: Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Center (HRAREC), 1444 Diamond Springs Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

Recertification credits have been applied for in 7b and 60 in Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Washington DC, and West Virginia. Workshop Summary: This program prepares pest professionals to perform consistent, thorough inspections that their customers can truly rely on. Since termites and most other wood-destroying insects are generally hidden from view, it takes a trained professional to carefully detect conducive conditions, to know the habits and patterns of each insect, and to pinpoint signs of infestations. Take this training to become a VPMA Certified WDI Inspector!