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NWCOA Training and Events

NWCOA is dedicated to offering training to the wildlife control industry that assists WCOs with developing strong business practices and effective technical knowledge and skills. Science-based information and research is at the forefront of all training protocol. Training is conducted by Certified NWCOA Instructors (CNIs) and Master NWCOA Instructors (MNIs). NWCOA’s training coordinator develops new curriculum based on the needs, desires and trends in the industry and continually refreshes existing courses. Training is offered regionally and during the national training event.

Upcoming events

  • Rodent Standards Certified - Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife

    • 18 Apr 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
    • 5
    Register


    The NWCOA Rodent Standards Certified course aims to educate Wildlife Control Operators (WCOs) and Pest Control Operators (PCOs) on frequently encountered and often overlooked rodent species. This course discusses the biology, behavior and identification these species as well as the various control methods and exclusion effective for each.

    The Rodent Standards Certified Course covers rodent biology, control methods, inspection and ID, habitat management and exclusion, disease, laws, regulations, and toxicants, and much more. This course is a one day training course taught by Certified NWCOA Instructors. Upon completion of this course and successful passing of a test, the WCO will become NWCOA Rodent Standards Certified. Successful students will also receive a certificate of completion and have use of the logo mark in marketing materials.

    **Course is limited to 35 attendees**

    Location:

    Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife

    4034 Fairview Industrial Dr. SE

    Salem, OR 97302


    Recommended Hotel:

    Hampton Inn & Suites Salem

    510 Hawthorne Ave. SE

    Salem, OR 97301

    503-362-1300

    CEU Credits: 

    This course is anticipated to be approved for pesticide credits. 


    Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors!

          


    Thank you to our Educational Sponsor

    Thank you to our Course Sponsors:

      




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  • Elevated Exclusion- Hy-C in St. Louis, MO

    • 1 May 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 3 May 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • 1780 Beltway Dr., St. Louis, MO 63114
    • 0
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    Elevated tasks and Exclusion Masters proudly present the "Elevated Exclusion" being sponsored by and held at 

    HY-C on May 1-3 2025

    This event is limited to 16 spots!


    Elevate your exclusionary tasks to a mastery level in this 3-day; intense, hands-on course. Students will learn how to safely and professionally exclude nuisance wildlife with hands-on training, by qualified and certified master instructors, in a controlled environment. Learn the ins and outs; and ups and downs; of the evolving industry standards. 

    Learn revenue increasing systems, processes, and procedures, to take your business and your team to new heights.

    This class will combine steep roof access, custom metal fabrication, and the installation of multiple industry leading exclusion products; while also testing your problem solving skills. 


    Day one will be hands-on learning safety equipment, rope anchoring, first man up, positioning, self rescue, etc, on the rooftop mock ups. 


    Day two will be hands-on with different hand tools and brakes, learning different exclusion techniques, custom metal solutions, & multiple exclusion product installations on customized ground level mock ups. 


    Day three will be hands-on; on the roof top mockups; where students, using the skills learned in day 1 and 2, will experience real-world installation of the exclusion techniques and products while on ladders, scaffolding, anchored ropes, vertical line suspension and different roof surfaces.

     Students will be training on several different siding surfaces such as d-log, cedar shake, shiplap, and vinyl, as well as different soffit return styles, gable corners styles, gable vent solutions, in addition to chimney cap installation, exhaust vent clean out, and replacement while suspended.


    A wild new world awaits you above the gutter line.


    Course will be held at:

    1780 Beltway Dr.

    St. Louis, MO 63114


    There will be an Open House at Hy-C on                                     Thursday, May 1st from 6-8pm

    10950 Linpage Pl.

    St. Louis, MO 63132


    Hotel Information:

    Fairfield Inn and Suites St. Louis West Port

    11918 Westline Industrial Dr.

    St. Louis, MO 63146

    $159/night

    Book here:

    marriott.com

    Attendees are responsible for their own travel and accommodations.


    Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors!

            




    Thank you to our Educational Sponsor!

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  • Fundamentals of Growing Your Business

    • 15 May 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • GoToWebinar
    Register

    Fundamentals of Growing

    Your Business

    May 15, 2025 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time 
    (4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
    GoToWebinar


    This webinar will include an overview of company structure. Do you have all the pieces in place to succeed? Let's discuss some of the core elements necessary to grow! If you are a one man show or a smaller operation this one is for you.

    Members - FREE

    Non-Members - $25


    Presenter: 

    Stephanie Hoffer

    Precision Predator Wildlife Services

     


    Thank You to Our Sponsor!



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  • A Quick Gallop Over the Legal Landscape

    • 19 Jun 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • GoToWebinar
    Register

    A Quick Gallop Over the Legal Landscape

    June 19, 2025 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time 
    (4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
    GoToWebinar


    This fast-paced, comedy laced Webinar features our own elder statesman SHMUEL SIMENOWITZ, ESQ. – attorney (3rd generation), horseman (also 3rd generation) and comic-philosopher. Join Shmuel as he navigates the rocky terrain of intersecting, overlapping and conflicting interests and tackles such issues as:

    • going about it alone versus partnering up
    • avoiding getting sued,
    • ramping up and winding down,
    • getting paid
    • intellectual property -use it or lose it
    • non-competes – are they worth the paper upon which they are written?

    Members - FREE

    Non-Members - $25


    Presenter: 

    Shmuel Simenowitz, Esquire

    Simenowitz Law

      



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  • Elevated Exclusion- AAC in Syracuse, IN

    • 26 Jun 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 28 Jun 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • 72298 Indiana 13, Syracuse, IN 46567
    • 1
    Register


                                



    Elevated tasks and Exclusion Masters proudly present  "Elevated Exclusion" hosted by and being held at: 

    AAC Distributing on June 26-28 2025

    This event is limited to 16 spots and only three left!!


    Elevate your exclusionary tasks to a mastery level in this 3-day; intense, hands-on course. Students will learn how to safely and professionally exclude nuisance wildlife with hands-on training, by qualified and certified master instructors, in a controlled environment. Learn the ins and outs; and ups and downs; of the evolving industry standards. 

    Learn revenue increasing systems, processes, and procedures, to take your business and your team to new heights.

    This class will combine steep roof access, custom metal fabrication, and the installation of multiple industry leading exclusion products; while also testing your problem solving skills. 


    Day one will be hands-on learning safety equipment, rope anchoring, first man up, positioning, self rescue, etc, on the rooftop mock ups. 


    Day two will be hands-on with different hand tools and brakes, learning different exclusion techniques, custom metal solutions, & multiple exclusion product installations on customized ground level mock ups. 


    Day three will be hands-on; on the roof top mockups; where students, using the skills learned in day 1 and 2, will experience real-world installation of the exclusion techniques and products while on ladders, scaffolding, anchored ropes, vertical line suspension and different roof surfaces.

     Students will be training on several different siding surfaces such as d-log, cedar shake, shiplap, and vinyl, as well as different soffit return styles, gable corners styles, gable vent solutions, in addition to chimney cap installation, exhaust vent clean out, and replacement while suspended.


    A wild new world awaits you above the gutter line.

    Please note, any unpaid registrations are subject to cancelation without notice due to limited space.

    Course will be held at:

    AAC Distributing

    72298 Indiana 13

    Syracuse, IN 46567


    Hotel Information:

    Fairfield Inn and Suites Warsaw, IN

    54 Petro Dr.

    Warsaw, IN 46582

    $124/night

    Book here: Mention AACD Training Event

    https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1742577300295&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink

    or

    Oakwood Resort

    702 E Lakeview Rd. 

    Syracuse, IN 46567

    574-457-7100


    Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.

    Attendees are responsible for their own travel and accommodations.


    Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors!

            




    Thank you to our Educational Sponsor!

    Thank you to AACD for hosting:


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  • How to Make Beaver Nuisance Calls Profitable

    • 17 Jul 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • GoToWebinar
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    How to Make Beaver Nuisance Calls Profitable

    July 17, 2025 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time 
    (4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
    GoToWebinar


    In this webinar Chris will discuss many tools and tactics to make nuisance beaver calls a profitable venture for your business. Topics will include removal, cohabitation, relocation, remote monitoring and many possible exclusion techniques. This will be great for all operators of different experience levels that may want to add or expand their business by incorporating the North American Beaver.

    Members - FREE

    Non-Members - $25


    Presenter: 

    Chris Lunn

    VP, NWCOA


    Thank You to Our Sponsor!



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  • The Little Things Make a Big Difference - Bait and Lure Tips and Tricks!

    • 14 Aug 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • GoToWebinar
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    The Little Things Make a Big Difference - Bait and Lure Tips and Tricks!

    August 14, 2025 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time 
    (4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
    GoToWebinar


    This webinar will deal with strategies to capture a variety of wildlife species using baits and lures. From mice and voles to beavers and coyotes. The little things do make a big difference.

    Members - FREE

    Non-Members - $25


    Presenter: 

    Dave Scifres

    Owner, Dave Scifres Wildlife Services



    Thank You to Our Sponsor!



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  • AVIX Lasers: Bidding & Execution

    • 18 Sep 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • GoToWebinar
    Register

    AVIX Lasers: Bidding & Execution

    September 18, 2025 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time 
    (4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
    GoToWebinar


    Join us for an in-depth exploration of the bidding and execution process for AVIX laser systems. This webinar will guide participants through effective strategies for securing contracts, navigating industry challenges, and ensuring seamless execution of laser-based projects in 2025’s competitive landscape. Ideal for professionals in procurement, project management, and technical operations, this session will provide actionable insights, expert advice, and a Q&A opportunity with leading industry specialists. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your approach to AVIX laser projects!

    Members - FREE

    Non-Members - $25


    Presenter: 

    Charles Parker

    NWCOA Secretary

    Parker Wildlife Control

    Owner NWCOPRO

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  • A Scientific Approach to Structural Bat Management

    • 16 Oct 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • GoToWebinar
    Register

    A Scientific Approach to Structural Bat Management

    October 16, 2025 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time 
    (4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
    GoToWebinar


    Join me as I take a deeper look into bats. This webinar will focus on bat biology and bat behavior and how that relates to your success on the job.

    Members - FREE

    Non-Members - $25


    Presenter: 

    John Hatfield

    President, Wildlife Resolutions Inc.

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  • Working Dogs & the Wildlife Control Operator

    • 13 Nov 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • GoToWebinar
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    Working Dogs & the Wildlife Control Operator

    November 13th, 2025 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time 
    (4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
    GoToWebinar


    Andrew Stadnik will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of utilizing dogs in the wildlife control industry when it comes to prioritizing human health and safety. This webinar will showcase a multitude of opportunities that showcase the high value of utilizing a well trained dog and the handler with experience behind it.

    Members - FREE

    Non-Members - $25


    Presenter: 

    Andrew Stadnik

    Certified Wildlife Control Professional

    AJS Wildlife Solutions




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  • Upside-Down Exclusions; Straight-Up Profit

    • 11 Dec 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • GoToWebinar
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    Upside-Down Exclusions; Straight-Up Profit

    December 11, 2025 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time 
    (4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
    GoToWebinar


    Exterior bat roosting solutions & more! From Bats “hanging out” in undesirable locations, to Swallows nesting underneath eves, take the guesswork out of your inspections, and put your knowledge to work while making your clients happy. When bat exclusion is properly performed, the bats typically tend to search for other locations to roost on the same property. Whether it’s seasonal or not, clients usually do not want them invading their space (even if it is exterior). Coupled with the multitudes of finish materials we see on structures to date; it can be overwhelming to have solutions for the situation. This one-hour crash course webinar is designed to provide technicians in the field with the knowledge of how to solve multiple scenarios for these tricky encounters.

    Members - FREE

    Non-Members - $25


    Presenter: 

    Keith Markun, NWCOA MNI/CNI

    Bird/Bat/Height Specialist 

    Varment Guard, Bigfoot Wildlife, Wild Beast Products 

    Rope Access Technician , UAV Drone Pilot 


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