VPMA Offering ACE Prep Course and Exam

The Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) certification is designed for pest professionals who have the knowledge and experience (at least 7 years) of pest identification, behavior and treatment, but don’t have the formal education to attain their Board Certified Entomologist (BCE) designation. The ACE Certification requires diligent self-study and preparation in order to pass the exam that is intended to verify that the individual seeking the ACE certification clearly understands the ins and outs of pest management.

 

Dr. Dini Miller, of Virginia Tech, is the curriculum coordinator and lead trainer of this full day of training that includes a review of insect biology and morphology and general pest knowledge for biting and stinging pets, cockroaches, pest ants, occasional invaders, rodents and stored product pests. Wood destroying insects, pest management tools and practices and pesticide safety, laws and labels are also covered. While the prep course cannot substitute self-study, the review does give participants the opportunity to clarify information they may be unsure of and is another chance to become familiar with the information.  Past participants say they feel that the prep course is an important element in their preparation and that it gives them a boost of confidence going into the exam. Participants will take the exam the day following the prep course, or may opt to set up a proctor through the Entomological Society of America (ESA).  

 

If you are interested in becoming an ACE, please contact VPMA at vpma@cox.net or visit: http://www.vpmaonline.com/component/option,com_eventlist/Itemid,58/func,details/did,339/.

 The sooner you register with ESA and begin reviewing the numerous study resources, the better prepared you will be to take the exam! Also, please keep in mind that you must make application with ESA to become an ACE at least 30 days prior to taking the exam.