National Wildlife Control Operators Association
Presents two training events in Minnesota & Alabama.
September Midwest Regional Wildlife
Control Training Event
Wood Lake Nature Center
6710 Lake Shore Dr.
Richfield, MN 55423
Pesticide recert credits in Cat A&P awarded by MN Dept. of Agriculture.** 
**Both Bat and WCOTC training courses must be attended to earn pest re-cert credits.
Bat Standards Certified Training
September 21, 2018 – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
This NWCOA certification course is designed to aid in the survival of bats in North America, as well as educate those who perform bat exclusion services in residential and commercial structures. Upon completion of this course and successful passing of a test, the WCO will become NWCOA Bat Standards Compliant, receive a certificate and have use of the logo.
The Bat Standards Certified Course (Part 1) covers bat biology (little brown, big brown, free-tailed, and pallid bats), bat behavior, bat identification, bat morphology, service agreement language for bat removal and guano removal, seasonal restrictions, inspection techniques, equipment, safety, detailed exclusion techniques, job pricing, decontamination techniques, rabies, bat handling, updated white-nose syndrome information, and much more.
**This class is a prerequisite to the Bat Standards Certified, Part 2 being offered in Minneapolis in Spring 2019!
$175 members/$250 non-members
NWCOA Wildlife Control Operator
Training Course
September 22 & 23, 2018 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
NWCOA brings this two-day certification course to Minnesota to train new and current WCOs that perform wildlife management services in or on residential and commercial properties. Upon completion of this course and successful passing of a test, the WCO will become a NWCOA Certified Wildlife Control Operator, receive a certificate of completion, and use of the logo.
The name of this course has recently been changed! It was previously known as the Basic Wildlife Control Operator Training Course, but since it is anything but basic, we dropped that word! This course provides a broad overview of the animals commonly managed by WCOs and is taught by practitioners who share insightful solutions to many of the challenges our industry faces everyday!
$300 members/$400 non-members
NWCOA Presentation of Bird Barrier
Certified Installer Course
September 24, 2018 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Birds cause millions of dollars of damage to homes, commercial properties, government buildings and industrial facilities each year. The Bird Barrier certification training course will help you determine which bird control product is suited for solving any bird problem and how to install that product on your client’s property. Upon completion of this course and successful passing of a test, the WCO will become a Bird Barrier Certified Installer and receive a certificate.
The Bird Barrier certification training course will provide an introduction to bird control, bird biology and habits and talk about bird pressure. The class will discuss how to choose bird control products, and how to sell them to your customers. Finally, we will do hands-on mini installs on several products.
$175 members/$250 non-members
Registration Now Open! Visit nwcoa.com to register!
NWCOA® Shooting in Sensitive
Environments Level 1 & 2
Birmingham, AL
A unique opportunity to take one or both courses!
Designed to train new and current WCOs, the courses provide classroom instruction with hands-on shooting range experience. Professional instructors provide intensive training in shooting accuracy, special safety considerations and effectiveness in shooting in non-traditional shooting locations. Participants will experience high level training in ballistics, shot choice and placement, and overal firearm use suitable for wildlife damage management. Please bring your own long-rifle (caliber must be no smaller than .17 HMR and no larger than .30 cal), at least 200 rounds (factory loads only!), personal eye and ear protection. (400 rounds if taking both Level 1 & 2)
Earn the coveted NWCOA Certified Urban Marksman (Level 1) and the NWCOA Certified Urban Sharpshooter designation (Level 2).
NWCOA® Shooting in Sensitive Environments – Level 1 – October 15, 2018
Level 1 covers the basics of marksmanship (7 fundamentals); how to obtain a proper zero, gear suggestions, and gear evaluations. The curriculum is based on the need for efficient marksmanship capabilities and will help determine whether or not success or failure hinges on the shooter or equipment being used. A Level 1 test will be required to pass the course.
NWCOA® Shooting in Sensitive Environments • Level 2
October 15 & 16, 2018
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level 1 is required. Level 2 utilizes all of the marksmanship fundamentals developed in Level 1. The curriculum is based on the need for proper gear/equipment and begins teaching proper decision making skills. A Level 2 test will be required to pass the course.
NWCOA® Shooting in Sensitive Environments • Combined Level 1 & 2
For individuals who have completed Level 1 but would like a refresher, you may take the whole two-day course again. Individuals may also sign up to take both courses simultaneously – instructors will continually assess your progress during Level 1 to determine if you are eligible to be fast-tracked into Level 2.
The registration fee includes lodging and meals. Lodging is provided in climate-controlled bunkhouse style rooms. More details will be provided upon registration.
NWCOA® adheres to a no alcohol policy for the 12 hours prior to this course and during the entire length of the course. In addition, our range and housing facility has a strict no alcohol policy.
Registration Now Open! Visit nwcoa.com to register!
Save the NWCOA WILDLIFE EXPO Dates!
Marriott Myrtle Beach Resort & Spa at Grand Dunes
Myrtle Beach, SC