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Learn to utilize common and effective tools and practices to improve communication and employee performance on your farm. In part-one of this workshop, you’ll also learn how to use an online Personnel Policy Generator to develop a custom policy manual for your operation. Farm policy manuals are effective tools to establish consistent expectations with employees, support supervision and help your farm to be in legal compliance. Participants will have the opportunity to create their own farm policy manual, with feedback from educators.
Presenters: Kenesha Reynolds and Seth Wilner, University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension.
The workshop is part of the 2022 Farm Labor Dashboard Workshop Series, which focuses on helping farmers build practical labor management knowledge and skills.
Fees. The workshop fee is $35. To purchase and enroll in the course, click the following button:
Scholarships and multi-session discounts are available, reducing the workshop fee to $20. However, these options are only available for people who request – and receive approval – for reduced fees in advance of registration and payment. To request either a multi-session discount or scholarship, please fill out this online form. Then wait to register until you hear back from us via email. Decisions are generally made within 3 business days. If you are approved, you will receive a voucher code that you will use during the registration/payment process to activate a reduced registration fee for the workshops you indicated you wish to enroll in.- Instructor: Beth Holtzman
- Instructor: Mary Peabody
- Instructor: Kenesha Reynolds
- Instructor: Seth Wilner
En este curso interactivo, los residentes y visitantes de Oregón y de otros estados del oeste pueden obtener información sobre el evento de la zona de subducción de Cascadia y aprender a prepararse. Este curso se ofrece gratis al público en campus.eXtension.org a través del programa de Servicios de Extensión de Oregon State University.
Este proyecto es apoyado por el Programa de Subvenciones Competitivas Smith-Lever para Necesidades Especiales del Instituto Nacional de Alimentación y Agricultura (Premio # 2018-41210-28702).
- Teacher: Alan Dennis
- Teacher: Catalina Frank
- Teacher: Glenda Hyde
- Teacher: Lauren Kraemer
- Teacher: Victor Villegas
- Teacher: Megan Berthiaume
Preparing to be a Professional Horse Show Judge is a self directed course that will teach adults how to prepare
to be a professional horse show judge.
The course fee is $20. To purchase and enroll in this course, please click Buy/Enroll below.
For more information about the course please contact Kathleen Anderson, University of Nebraska Extension, kanderson1@unl.edu
- Teacher: Kathy Anderson
- Teacher: Colleen Brady
- Teacher: Kris Hiney
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 June 12, 2025.
For more information, contact Laura Sant, University
of Idaho Extension, at lsant@uidaho.edu
- Teacher: Mary Evans
- Teacher: Mary Evans
- Teacher: Surine Greenway
- Teacher: Vicki Hayman
- Teacher: Joey Peutz
- Teacher: Deanna Poulsen
- Teacher: Amy Robertson
- Teacher: Laura Sant
- Teacher: Kari Ure
- Teacher: Grace Wittman
The audience for this course includes aspiring and practicing industrial hemp growers and interested ag service providers, including Extension educators.
As a result of participating this online proceedings, participants will learn about latest research results, production information, regulatory requirements for Vermont, and resources available regarding industrial hemp production.
Click here to purchase access to this course:
Contact Susan Brouillette at susan.brouillette@uvm.edu for additional information.
- Teacher: Susan Brouillette
To provide education and resources for new technical assistance providers with foundational information around grazing planning and providing grazing-related support to production livestock farmers in Vermont. Topic focuses include how to develop a grazing plan, grazing infrastructure, grazing record keeping, soil health in grazing systems, and pasture improvement and maintenance strategies.
- Teacher: Shannon MacDonald
- Teacher: Amber Machia
- Teacher: Sara Ziegler
The Professional Loggers Program (PLP) is a voluntary certification program for New Hampshire's loggers. This program teaches basic silviculture, wildlife management, and improving forestland aesthetics. It also teaches forest professionals about laws that govern their work and regulations that need to be followed. Another very important aspect of this course is safety. Every participant receives instruction in basic first aid, CPR, AED and techniques for operating safely and productively. Certified loggers will have the basic understanding and knowledge necessary to improve their working relationship with New Hampshire's forestry community.
- Teacher: Cheri Birch
- Teacher: Faye Cragin
- Teacher: andrew fast
- Teacher: Deb Park
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.
- Technical support: UC IPM Online Training Support
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
- Teacher: Peggy Shuffstall
- Teacher: Michael Wierda
Course participants 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. The course contains video so it requires a device that can play audio and video. If you do not require a certificate, you may view the course for free. The author of the course is Lisa Blecker, Pesticide Safety Educator, Colorado State University. This course is also available in a Spanish language version.
Pest Control Advisers, pesticide handlers, and growers
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).
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.
- Technical support: UC IPM Online Training Support
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
- Technical support: UC IPM Online Training Support
Sales Fraud in the Horse Industry provides participants the opportunity to learn how to protect themselves both as buyers, and as sellers, of horses from potential fraud. They will be able to discuss the different ways that horse sellers can help prevent legal disputes, examine the different tips to look for when buying a horse, identify how horse buyers can avoid legal disputes, assess the importance of a written sales agreement and determine what the true aspect of fraud is in a horse sale.This course offers a badge and is one of several available in the HorseQuest Badge Portfolio. This course includes a video, a learning lesson, and a quiz.
For information contact Kathy Anderson, kanderson1@unl.edu
- Teacher: Kathy Anderson
- Teacher: Colleen Brady
Course overview
This course presents information on the Healthy Schools Act and on using integrated pest management, or IPM, methods in schools and child care centers. A third component of the course helps pest management professionals
comply with the Healthy Schools Act and expand their business. 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 professionals who provide, or would like to provide, pest management services in schools and child care centers
Continuing Education Units
California Department of Pesticide Regulation (0.5 hour Laws & Regs and 1.0 hour Other) and by the Structural Pest Control Board (1.0 hour Rules and Regulations and 1 hour IPM). This course meets the
annual training requirement of the Healthy Schools Act.
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.
- Technical support: UC IPM Online Training Support
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
UC Master Gardeners are eligible for ### hours of continuing education (CE) for completing this course.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
Funded by
University of California Master Gardener ProgramTeacher
Lauren Snowden, UC Master Gardener Online Training SpecialistTechnical Requirements
To ensure full functionality and a seamless learning experience, please review the following technical requirements before beginning the course.
- Teacher: UC Master Gardener Online Training Support
- Instructor: Lauren Snowden
This course is for student enrolled in the Irish Horse Industry Study Abroad course through Purdue University and the University of Nebraska.
- Teacher: Kathy Anderson
- Teacher: Colleen Brady
- Teacher: Natalie Carroll
Quantitative Genetics (Self-Paced) will present basic elements of quantitative genetics emphasizing implications to plant breeding, as well as providing practical experience in linkage and QTL mapping. The course is designed for you to complete it at your own pace. There are 9 different units, each on a different topic. Within each unit you will find video clips of recorded presentations followed by a short quiz. At the end you will also be given an opportunity to work with a data set. Time commitment will be approximately 25 hours. Completion will result in a Q genetics Badge.
- Teacher: Leah Sandall
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- Teacher: Megan Berthiaume
The Reach Out for Wellness Course is designed to support the mental health needs of Extension professionals following natural disasters.
This research-based course is comprised of five modules with engaging videos and additional resources to help you reflect on your wellness and learn strategies to support your needs associated with disaster recovery.
Participation is free, self-paced and will help you:
- Better understand your own wellness.
- Gain insights on the personal impacts of natural disasters.
- Learn how to use your support system to cope with stress related to natural disasters.
- Instructor: Chuck Green
- Instructor: Holly Hatton-Bowers
- Instructor: Dana Ludvik
- Instructor: Seth Teager
- Educational and professional requirements for various careers
- Benefits and costs of postsecondary education
- How to improve self-efficacy and agency in one’s path to their success
- Details about current and future occupational needs
- Information about pending plans, managing cash flow, saving, avoiding scams and fraud, and investing for retirement.
Becky Smith at becky.smith@msstate.edu
- Teacher: Becky Smith
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 primera parte, usted aprenderá sobre las recomendaciones más recientes sobre QUÉ alimentos ofrecer a los infantes. Estos son los alimentos y bebidas recomendados. Repasaremos, como la leche materna, la fórmula láctea y el agua, granos, proteínas, frutas y verduras, así como los alimentos que deben evitarse, como el azúcar y la sal.
En la segunda parte, nos enfocaremos en el CÓMO alimentar a los infantes. Repasaremos la lactancia, la introducción a los alimentos sólidos y las prácticas generales de alimentación saludable. Al terminar estas dos partes, recibirá un certificado por haberlas completado.
El completer este curso proporciona 1.0 hora de contacto.
- Maestro: Danielle Lee
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.
- Teacher: Danielle Lee
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 primera parte, usted aprenderá sobre las recomendaciones más recientes sobre QUÉ alimentos ofrecer a los infantes. Estos son los alimentos y bebidas recomendados. Repasaremos, como la leche materna, la fórmula láctea y el agua, granos, proteínas, frutas y verduras, así como los alimentos que deben evitarse, como el azúcar y la sal.
En la segunda parte, nos enfocaremos en el CÓMO alimentar a los infantes. Repasaremos la lactancia, la introducción a los alimentos sólidos y las prácticas generales de alimentación saludable. Al terminar estas dos partes, recibirá un certificado por haberlas completado.
El completer este curso proporciona 1.0 hora de contacto.
Este curso es gratis para los residentes de California. Los residentes fuera del estado necesitan pagar $15 para acceder este curso. Si desea comprar este curso, por favor haga clic en el siguiente botón.
- Teacher: Danielle Lee
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.
- Teacher: Danielle Lee
En este curso aprenderás sobre las regulaciones de Idaho para la venta de alimentos caseros en Idaho, o "cottage foods" por su nombre en inglés. Al final de este curso, podrás:
- Reconocer qué tipos de alimentos se consideran alimentos caseros (o cottage foods) y
- Conocer las regulaciones que debes seguir para vender alimentos caseros en Idaho.
- Teacher: Paul Lewin
Recertification credits are available for this course.
This pesticide recertification course is designed to help applicators understand the cause of herbicide resistance. The course reviews common residential herbicides and methods to identify the herbicide groups for resistance management. IPM measures are also discussed to help control weeds around the home landscape without complete reliance on herbicides and discusses the importance of understanding how pH, hardness and turbidity can affect herbicide mixes.
This course has been approved by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) - Seminar #2024-636 for 1-ISDA pesticide credit.
If you have questions related to this course, please email: cals-ipm@uidaho.edu at University of Idaho Extension.
- Teacher: cals ipm
This module will cover
common respiratory hazards and diseases found in agriculture. The module also
discusses how to reduce exposures and the use, regulations and requirements,
and maintenance of the most commonly used respirators in agriculture.
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.
- Teacher: Peggy Shuffstall
- Teacher: Michael Wierda
You will have access to three online instructional sessions to complete at your own pace. The session contains an outline to use for enhancing your study and quizzes to evaluate your knowledge.
The fee for this course is $25-one month access. To purchase and enroll in the course, click the following button:
- Teacher: cals ipm
- Teacher: Sonja Fuchs
- Teacher: Katherine Tyler
This course is restricted and only available to the University of Nevada Reno Extension Spiral Up Academy participants.
Este curso está restringido y solo está disponible para los participantes de la Academia Spiral Up de Extensión de Reno de la Universidad de Nevada.- Teacher: Cynthia James
- Teacher: Stephanie May
- Teacher: Danielle Pertile
- Teacher: Cathryn Peshlakai
- Teacher: Monica Salazar