The BC Integrated Pest Management (IPM) courses and exams are offered throughout the year.
Courses provide information and training for those working in landscaping, grounds maintenance, horticulture, forestry, and related fields to manage pests safely and in an environmentally-conscious manner, according to best practices and current legislation. In addition, this course also prepares students to write the provincial Pesticide Applicator Certificate exam.
For more information about the types of IPM training and certification in BC, and to identify the type of training you need, please visit BC Gov Pest Management Certificate Training.
2025 course dates open for registration:
IPM Applicator (Landscape General Category) – IN-PERSON TRAINING
Wed-Thu Feb 26-27, 2025 from (9:00 am-4:30 pm), followed by the in-person exam on Fri Feb. 28 from 9:00 am-noon, in the classroom at HCP. 2-day training, mandatory textbooks, exam fees, and exam invigilation are included in course fees.
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IPM Dispenser (Domestic Category) – IN-PERSON TRAINING
Tue-Wed Mar 25-26, 2025 (9:00 am-5:00 pm), including in-person exam on the afternoon of Mar 26, in the classroom at HCP. 1.5 day training, mandatory textbook, exam fees, and exam invigilation are included in course fees.
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IPM Dispenser (Domestic Category) – ONLINE TRAINING (Zoom)
The IPM Dispenser course will be offered online on Mar. 11-12 and Apr. 1-2, 2025.
This option does not include exam fees or exam invigilation, although this option can be administrated at the HCP for local registrants for an additional fee. If you are interested in participating in online training, please contact [email protected] for registration information.
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To join the interest list for upcoming program offerings, or to inquire about availability of training for other IPM Certification categories, or exam invigilation for self-study programs, please contact [email protected]
