Upcoming Events & Trainings
February 2025
Wed
12
2025
February 12, 2025
8:30AM - 5:15PM
VPMA Master Technician Series: Cockroaches
February 12th - Cockroaches - Virginia Tech Richmond Center
2810 N. Parham Road, Ste. 300, Richmond, VA 23294
Cockroaches are among the most resilient and adaptable pests in the world, presenting significant challenges for pest management professionals. In this session, we will explore effective cockroach control strategies, treatment products, and best practices for application. The VPMA Master Technician: Cockroach Workshop, offers an intensive, hands-on program designed for pest management professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in cockroach control. Led by Dr. Dini Miller from Virginia Tech, the workshop covers critical topics, including microscope use, cockroach identification, egg case recognition, and biology. Participants will explore advanced treatment methodologies and assessment-based pest management (APM) strategies, focusing on German cockroach control. The agenda also discusses integrated pest management (IPM) for peridomestic cockroaches, and insights into the effective use of baits, sprays, dusts, and eco-friendly solutions. Don't miss this opportunity to add this pest group to your Master Technician Tool Belt!
Thu
13
2025
February 13, 2025
8:30AM - 5:15PM
VPMA Master Technician Series: Blood-feeding Arthropods
February 13th - Virginia Tech Richmond Center
2810 N. Parham Road, Ste. 300, Richmond, VA 23294
The VPMA Master Technician: Blood Feeding Arthropods Workshop, scheduled for February 13, 2025, offers an in-depth exploration of fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes for pest management professionals. Led by Dr. Dini Miller and David Price, the workshop covers critical topics, including the identification of blood-feeding arthropods, their biology, and behavior. Participants will also delve into the epidemiology of insect-borne diseases, non-chemical control methods, and strategies for using backpack blowers and preventing drift. The program concludes with case studies on resistance in blood-sucking pests, providing attendees with practical insights and advanced knowledge to enhance their pest management skills. Don't miss this opportunity to add this pest group to your Master Technician Tool Belt!
March 2025
Tue
18
2025
March 18, 2025
8:30AM - 4:00PM
VPMA Certified WDI Inspector Workshop - Fredericksburg March 2025
March 18th at the Fredericksburg Hampton Inn & Suites
4800 Market Street Fredericksburg, VA 22408
This program prepares pest professionals to perform consistent, thorough inspections that their customers can truly rely on. The WDI Inspector Certification Course reviews pest identification biology and behavior (there are self-study requirements), discusses construction techniques and other conducive conditions, defines what a thorough inspection involves, leads technicians in discussions surrounding the nuances and gray areas of conducting WDI Inspections, and provides step-by-step detail about completing the NPMA-33. Each VPMA Certified Inspector is classroom trained and then tested to ensure they are equipped with the knowledge and ability to conduct accurate termite reports. Advanced self-study is recommended, so register early. *** Maryland PMPs can take this course to earn the MSPCA WDI-O voluntary credentials. MSPCA members are extended the VPMA member rate and will be emailed a discount code to use when registering.
Tue
18
2025
March 18, 2025
8:30AM - 2:00PM
VPMA WDI Recertification Workshop - Fredericksburg March 2025
Enjoy Early Bird Registration Rates Thru 1/6/2025!
Hampton Inn & Suites, Fredericksburg, VA
If you have earned the VPMA Certified WDI Inspector Certification, remember, to maintain your certification you need to complete a recertification course before June 30 of the year you expire. Take this course to recertify - you will only need to attend the sessions and should be dismissed by 3:00. If your WDI Certification has already expired, no problem! Attend this course and take and pass the exam to re-establish your WDI Certification. Take advantage of Early Bird registration rates and save $20/registrant through January 6, 2025.
April 2025
Wed
9
2025
April 9, 2025
7:00AM - 1:00PM
VPMA Spring Recertification Webinar - April 9th
Get Great Pest Management Training and Earn Recertification Credits!
Zoom Webinar
May 2025
Thu
15
2025
May 15, 2025
7:00AM - 1:00PM
VPMA Spring Recertification Webinar - May 15, 2025
Get Great Pest Management Training and Earn Recertification Credits!
Zoom Webinar
June 2025
Wed
4
2025
June 4, 2025
8:30AM - 4:00PM
VPMA Certified WDI Inspector WEBINAR - June 2025
June 4th
Live-streaming event on Zoom
This program prepares pest professionals to perform consistent, thorough inspections that their customers can truly rely on. The WDI Inspector Certification Course reviews pest identification biology and behavior (there are self-study requirements), discusses construction techniques and other conducive conditions, defines what a thorough inspection involves, leads technicians in discussions surrounding the nuances and gray areas of conducting WDI Inspections, and provides step-by-step detail about completing the NPMA-33. Each VPMA Certified Inspector is classroom trained and then tested to ensure they are equipped with the knowledge and ability to conduct accurate termite reports. Advanced self-study is recommended, so register early. *** Maryland PMPs can take this course to earn the MSPCA WDI-O voluntary credentials. MSPCA members are extended the VPMA member rate and will be emailed a discount code to use when registering.
Wed
4
2025
June 4, 2025
8:30AM - 2:00PM
VPMA WDI Recertification WEBINAR - June 2025
Enjoy Early Bird Registration Rates Thru 5/7/2025!
Live-streaming event on Zoom
If you have earned the VPMA Certified WDI Inspector Certification, remember, to maintain your certification you need to complete a recertification course before June 30 of the year you expire. Take this course to recertify - you will only need to attend the sessions and should be dismissed by 2:00. If your WDI Certification has already expired, no problem! Attend this course and take and pass the exam to re-establish your WDI Certification. Take advantage of Early Bird registration rates and save $20/registrant through May 7, 2025.
Wed
18
2025
June 18, 2025
7:00AM - 1:00PM
VPMA Spring Recertification Webinar - June 18, 2025
Get Great Pest Management Training and Earn Recertification Credits!
Zoom Webinar
September 2025
Tue
23
2025
September 23, 2025
8:00AM - 5:00PM
VPMA Master Technician Series: Rodents
September 23rd - Hampton Roads AREC
1444 Diamond Springs Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Wed
24
2025
September 24, 2025
8:00AM - 5:00PM
VPMA Master Technician Series: Pest Flies
September 24th - Hampton Roads AREC
1444 Diamond Springs Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
