Course Description and Credit Information
Course Description:
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the impact of invasive woody vegetation on ecosystems and the methods for their identification and removal. Focusing on specific species such as Japanese knotweed, tree of heaven, glossy buckthorn, common buckthorn, oriental bittersweet, bamboo, poison oak, poison sumac, and autumn olive, expert presenters offer practical strategies for managing these troublesome plants. Additionally, the course covers the utilization of goats as a sustainable approach to plant management within integrated pest management (IPM) programs. Attendees will gain insights into the biology, ecology, distribution, and management techniques of these invasive species, empowering them to contribute to the preservation and restoration of local ecosystems.
Learning Objectives:
1. Attendees will understand the biology and ecology of invasive woody vegetation and their impact on native ecosystems.
2. Attendees will explore the use of integrated pest management (IPM) programs and the safe use of pesticides for sustainable plant management.
3. Attendees will discover the role of goats in plant management within IPM programs and their effectiveness in controlling invasive plants.
4. Attendees will gain knowledge from distinguished presenters with expertise in weed control, invasive plant management, conservation efforts, and animal research, enabling attendees to apply learned techniques in their respective fields or communities.
General Course Information
Credits |
2.25 CEU/CE/PDH/CH |
HSW |
Yes |
Format |
Pre-recorded webinar on invasive woody vegetation in ecosystems |
Presenter |
Industry Expert |
US State Approvals
LA CES Approved |
Yes |
States: AK, AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, FL, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MN, MI, MO, MS, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NM, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY |
Yes |
North Carolina |
Yes |
Florida |
Yes |
New York |
*** |
GA, MI, and MN |
Yes |
Canada Provinces and Territories
British Columbia |
Yes, per reciprocity with LA CES |
Ontario |
Yes, per reciprocity with LA CES |
Course curriculum
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Invasive Woody Plant Management -Part 1
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Invasive Woody Plant Management- Part 2
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Invasive Woody Plant Management- Part 3
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Quiz
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Survey
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About this course
- $60.73
- 5 lessons
- 2 hours of video content