This module is designed to provide agribusiness professionals an understanding of the genetic basis for variation in crop and weed populations. Learners will use classical and molecular genetics to explain differences seen in plant families and populations. Content in this module will help to explain new traits in crops, whole-plant trait observation and molecular analysis. Examples from genetic studies on both crop and weed species are presented for evaluation and relationships between crops and weeds are discussed.

The target audience is the agriculture professional. For more information or to enroll contact Kathy Schindler at kschindler1@unl.edu<mailto:kschindler1@unl.edu> or 402-472-1730.

Recertification Credits are available for this course.

This pesticide recertification course is about the toxicity and non-target effects of pesticides to Idaho pollinators and beneficial insects. Several examples and research studies are explained. 

This course has been approved by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) - Seminar #2024-638 for 1-ISDA pesticide credit.

If you have questions related to this course, please email: cals-ipm@uidaho.edu at the University of Idaho Extension.

Welcome to the Extension Horses Hippology Practice Contest 2. This course contains the slides, stations, exams and scenarios that are unique to competitive to Hippology.

If you want to practice Horse Judging, we have multiple Horse Judging Practice Contests available.  Awards are not provided for this activity; however, you can review your grades and see how you did. If you score 80% or more on each of the components (slides, stations and exam), you will receive a certificate of completion. You can go through each item as many times as you want. 

Fee for this course is: Individual = $20 for 90 days from date of purchase or Team of up to 4 seats = $75 from date of purchase

To purchase and enroll in it, click the following link:

Precision agriculture is an integral part of today's crop production. It's steady stream of technological improvements makes it hard for farmers and other ag professionals to stay current.

This nine part course features precision Agriculture's educator of the year Dr. John Fulton and Extension Specialist Mark Hall. Each lesson features video instruction, handouts and a test. Students who make 80% or higher on all the test and complete a course evaluation will receive a certificate of completion. Students are welcome to audit the course without taking the test. For more information or to enroll contact hallmah@auburn.edu

In this Preserve@Home course, participants will be introduced to food safety and food preservation science, gain an understanding of the principles and science behind foodborne illnesses and food preservation methods and be able to apply these principles to safely preserve food by methods of boiling water canning, pressure canning, pickling, freezing and drying. 

The next class will start in January.

For more information, contact Laura Sant, University of Idaho Extension, at lsant@uidaho.edu

Course overview
Participants will learn to analyze pesticide labels and extract information relevant to the specific setting and situation in order to safely apply pesticides and avoid illegal residue while complying with all label directions. The course contains video so it requires a device that can play audio and video. The author of the course is Lisa Blecker, Pesticide Safety Educator, Colorado State University.

Who should enroll?

Pest Control Advisers, pesticide handlers, and growers

Continuing Education Units
It is accredited by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (2.0 hours Laws & Regs), Certified Crop Adviser (2.0 IPM), and Western Chapter International Society of Arboriculture (2.0 for Certified Arborists and 2.0 Practice for Board Certified Arborists.

To get the Continuing Education Units certificate you will be charged a fee of $80.  To encourage taking the course earlier in the year, we offer 50% off the regular price from January through October 31st – use the code ipm50 at checkout. You must download the certificate (PDF file) to receive your CEU credits.

Enrollment period
This course must be completed by December 30 of the current year. Download the certificate immediately when you complete the course. You will not be able to retrieve your certificate after December 30.

This Proper Respirator Use course will help you understand when and why a respirator is necessary, how to safely and correctly select, wear and maintain a respirator, respect a respirator's capabilities and limitations, recognize and respond appropriately in emergency situations, and comprehend the medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent effective respirator use. 

This course is designed to take approximately 1 hour. One (1) Safety CEU is available for residents in the following states.

• Oklahoma
• Utah

Teacher for the course is Michael Wierda, Utah State University. He can be reached at michael.wierda@usu.edu

Purchasing this course entitles you to receive a certificate of completion for continuing education units (CEU).  You have the option to take this course either in English or in Spanish language. You will have access to both language versions after you make the purchase. If you do not require a certificate, you may view the course for free by enrolling in the English version or Spanish version.

La compra de este curso le da derecho a recibir un certificado de finalización para las unidades de educación continua (CEU). Tiene la opción de tomar este curso en inglés o en español.  Después de realizar la compra tendrá acceso a las versiones en ambos idiomas. Si no necesita el certificado, puede ver el curso de forma gratuita inscribiéndose en la  versión en inglés o en la versión en español.  

Pest Control Advisers, pesticide handlers, and growers who take this course will learn to follow specific label instructions and the California Code of Regulations (CCR) and will be able to demonstrate how to select the proper PPE, use it, remove it, and dispose of it or clean and store it before, during, and after each incidence of pesticide handling and application. 

Los asesores de control de plagas, los manipuladores de pesticidas y los productores quienes tomen este curso aprenderán a seguir las instrucciones específicas de la etiqueta y el Código de Reglamentaciones de California (CCR) y podrán demostrar cómo seleccionar el PPE adecuado, usarlo, quitarlo y retirarlo o limpiarlo y almacenarlo antes, durante y después de cada incidencia de manipulación y aplicación de pesticidas.

It is accredited by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (1.5 hours Laws & Regs), Certified Crop Adviser (1.5 IPM), and the Western Chapter International Society of Arboriculture (1.5 for Certified Arborists and 1.5 Practice for Board Certified Arborists). 

El curso está acreditado por el Departamento de Reglamentación de Pesticidas de California (1.5 horas de Leyes y Reglamentaciones),  Asesor de Cultivos Certificado (1.5 de IPM), y Capítulo Occidental de la Sociedad Internacional de Arboricultura  (1.5 para Arboristas Certificados y 1.5 Práctica para Arboristas Certificados por la Junta).

The course contains video so it requires a computer that can play audio and video.

El curso contiene video, por lo que requiere una computadora que pueda reproducir audio y video.

Contact and technical support (Contacto y apoyo técnico):  UCIPMcourses@ucanr.edu

Course overview
This course explains why protecting different types of bees in integrated pest management is important to West Coast agriculture. This course is available for free. The course contains video so it requires a device that can play audio and video.

Who should enroll?
Pest management agricultural professionals (including growers, PCAs, and certified crop advisers) who would like to gain practical knowledge that can be used to conserve bees (including non-Apis and native bees as well as homey bees) while managing pests effectively.

Continuing Education Units 
This course is not approved for CEUs.

Enrollment period
This course must be completed by December 30 of the current year. Download the certificate immediately when you complete the course. You will not be able to retrieve your certificate after December 30.

ENROLLMENT IS  NOT OPEN FOR THIS COURSE

Course overview

Whether you’re new to public speaking or looking to brush up on your outreach skills, you’re in the right place. This course was designed just for you, UC Master Gardener volunteers who are passionate about sharing science based gardening knowledge but may feel unsure about stepping into the spotlight. You’ll explore extension teaching, practice inclusive communication, and prepare for successful public outreach through a clear and confident plan. 

Who should enroll?

Active UC Master Gardener volunteers who are interested in participating in the Invasive Species Scout Project.

Continuing Education Hours

Need Help? 

• For assistance with login, course enrollment, contact campushelp@extension.org
• For assistance with progress through the course or certificate, contact mgtraining@ucanr.edu

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Este curso es para proveedores en hogares de cuidado infantil familiar. Esta capacitación en línea incluye videos, cuestionarios cortos y actividades. Tiene dos partes:

• En la Parte 1: Qué Alimentar a los Niños Pequeños, aprenderá las últimas recomendaciones sobre QUÉ alimentar a los niños pequeños. Estos son los alimentos y las bebidas que se recomiendan. Revisaremos la leche y otras bebidas, granos y proteínas, vegetales y frutas, y azúcar y sodio.
• En la Parte 2: Cómo Alimentar a los Niños Pequeños, nos centraremos en CÓMO alimentar a los niños pequeños. Revisaremos cómo evitar la asfixia, la alimentación receptiva, la frecuencia de comidas y refrigerios, las elecciones de alimentos y el entorno de alimentación.  

El completer este curso proporciona 1.0 hora de contacto.