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Wish to work as pest management technician? If so, you will need to be licensed.
This skillset allows students to complete the “CPPUPM3006 Manage pests by applying pesticides” unit of competency required to apply for a “Western Australia Provisional Pest Management Technician Licence”.
This course is aimed at workers who are currently employed in the Urban Pest Management industry.
Note: this unit does not cover inspecting for, or managing timber pests, or non-chemical pest management where the environment is modified to manage pests.
• applying pesticides to manage a range of non-timber pests such as ants, cockroaches, rodents and spiders
• selecting appropriate equipment, pesticides and application methods to safely and efficiently manage pests
Eligibility requirements to apply for the provisional license with the Department of Health Western Australia:
To be eligible for a provisional licence you must:
- be at least 17 years old
- be a fit and proper person
- be medically fit to handle restricted-use and other pesticides
- be adequately qualified to undertake pest management treatments
- intend to acquire sufficient knowledge and skills to become a licensed technician
*Applicants are responsible for ensuring they meet these requirements prior to commencing this course.
Please check the current licensing requirements by contacting:
Pesticide Licensing
Environmental Health Directorate
Public Health
Department of Health
Western Australia
Website: WA Health, Government of Western Australia
Phone: 08 9222 2000
Attendance in class
Class attendance is a requirement of this course. This course is delivered over 4 days at our Bentley Campus. As part of the in-class component you will complete two practical assessments and a theory workbook assessment.
Work-based study
After successfully completing the theory component you will need to:
- apply to the WA Health Department for your Provisional License,
- complete 8 on the job field practicals and
- be assessed in the workplace by the course Lecturer.
Upon completion of this, you will then achieve your unit of competency and be issued your statement of attainment for “CPPUPM3006 Manage pests by applying pesticides”.
Work placement
You must be employed in the Urban Pest Management industry
What you need for your first day of class
All students MUST be enrolled prior to attending class.
On your first day you should bring your SM TAFE confirmation enrolment receipt, your student ID, stationery (pen, pencil, exercise book, eraser, ruler, calculator, highlighter, 2 ring binder/lever-arch file, USB storage device and a clipboard).
Uniform requirements
Students must provide their own personal protective equipment, including, as a minimum:
- Work boots
- Collared long-sleeve shirt and work trousers
- Overalls/coveralls
- AS/NZS-Standard respirator with dust and vapour filter
- Goggles/face shield
- Elbow-length nitrile gloves
- Wide-brimmed hat
- Australian standard eye protection
- Sun hat and Sunblock for outdoor activities
Detailed specifics will be advised by your course lecturer during the orientation in your first scheduled class.
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Semester 2, 2023
Bentley - On Campus - 14 August to 14 December
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Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Bentley - On Campus - 17 July to 17 November
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Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Bentley - On Campus - 18 September 2023 to 18 January 2024
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Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Bentley - On Campus - 6 November 2023 to 6 March 2024
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Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Bentley - On Campus - 11 December 2023 to 11 April 2024
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Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.