We currently offer 4 different workshops to help guide and train in Vector Management:
2-Day Advanced Mosquito Identification Course: A 2-Day Workshop that includes Mosquito Biology, Mosquito Surveillance for larva and adults, Mosquito Management, Integrated Pest Management, Tick Biology and Tick Management.
Master Vector-Borne Disease Management Certification Course: A 3-Day Workshop that includes Vector Biology and Ecology, Epidemiology of Vector-Borne Diseases, Prevention & Communication Activities, Insecticide Resistance Monitoring, and Outbreak Response for Vector-borne Diseases.
Preparation for the TDA Pesticide Applicator License: A 2-Day course (with testing offered on the third day) specifically held for people wanting to obtain a Noncommercial political subdivision (NCPS) License Category 12, Public Health. Which is an applicator employed by a political subdivision of the state of Texas or a federal agency operating in Texas.
Vector Management CEU Program: This workshop is designed to train personnel in cities and municipalities that are in the field of mosquito abatement or are working on setting up a mosquito control program.