Start 2021 with an educational learning experience that will not only aid in being a better pest management professional, but also help you become ACE.
The Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) Certification program is part of the Entomological Society of America (ESA). With over 1,000 ACEs nationwide, the Certification program of the Entomological Society of America (ESA) is the fastest growing certification program for PMPs. Founded by Dr. Mike Merchant (retired Texas A&M AgriLife Extension) and Dr. Bob Davis, BASF to promote professionalism this course will follow their outlines.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension IPM Experience House is pleased to announce an 8-week ACE Online Prep Course starting on February 26, 2021 and running through April 16, 2021 for the low price of $40. To register for this course, visit our Conference Services website search “virtual ACE” or go the webinars tab and go to the “V” section.
One of the best ways to prepare for the ACE exam is to learn from others on what to study and review insect orders you may not be familiar with. Over the course of 8 weeks Dr. Bob Davis, Wizzie Brown, Molly Keck and Janet Hurley will cover content from the “IPM for the Urban Professional: A Study Guide for the Associate Certified Entomologist” in 2-hour slots each Friday starting on February 26, 2021 and finishing on April 16, 2021. You must be present during each session to view the content. However, participants can sign up for one class or all 7 for the same price.
No CEUs will be given; this course is designed for educational training on in-depth topics. See Agenda below for dates, topics, and speakers. We will not be meeting on April 2, 2021 in observance of holiday.
We find the biggest hurdles for PMPs wanting certification include uncertainty about how to prepare for the ACE exam and fear of test-taking. That is where the ACE Prep Class comes in. Classes provide a review of fundamental entomology and basic knowledge requirements for the exam. The training is intended as either a kickoff for the studying process, or as a last-minute review and confidence building class.
Want to register for this class visit this website https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/productListingDetails/3327 and we look forward to seeing you.
Date |
Topic |
Presenter(s) |
| February 26, 2021 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
Introduction to ACE – what to expect. What is IPM? |
Janet Hurley, ACE |
| March 5, 2021 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
Selection and implementation of control methods: The science and technology of insecticides and Pesticide Safety, Laws and Labels | Dr. Bob Davis |
| March 12, 2021 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
Insect Classification, Biology and Morphology | Wizzie Brown, BCE |
| March 19, 2021 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
Biting and stinging arthropods and Flies (order Diptera) | Molly Keck, BCE |
| March 26, 2021 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
Wood destroying insects, Occasional invaders, and Stored product pests | Dr. Bob Davis and Molly Keck |
| April 2, 2021 | Skipping this week – study, study, study | |
| April 9, 2021 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
Ants and Cockroaches | Wizzie Brown |
| April 16, 2021 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
Putting it all together, what to expect on the exam, finding a proctor | Hurley, Davis, Brown, and Keck |