General Pest Management Next: 20–24 Jul 2026 · Brisbane · 2 spaces Enrol in workshop Enrol online

General Pest Management

Face-to-face workshops and self-paced online programs covering the three units of competency required to apply for a general pest management licence in most areas of Australia.

CPPUPM3005 · 3006 · 3018 Statement of Attainment 5-day workshop + assessment F2F, online & RPL

Face-to-face workshop

These programs are designed and targeted towards pest management trainees learning pest management in the workplace whilst under the supervision of a licenced pest management technician. ProTrain expects that persons wishing to complete this program would already be or about to commence employment as a Trainee Pest Management Technician.

How the program works

  1. Pre-course online learning. Before attending the workshop, students complete selected online learning and research activities, issued upon enrolment confirmation.
  2. Supervised workplace training. Students must provide evidence of completing at least 10 urban pest inspection and management programs (across a range of pests including cockroaches, ants, spiders, rodents and at least 4 other non-timber pests) under the direct supervision of a qualified pest management technician.
  3. Five-day face-to-face workshop. Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (8:30 am start in Maroochydore). Classroom-based learning plus hands-on practical activities in real and simulated environments.
  4. Final workplace assessment. Uses photo and video evidence to demonstrate practical performance against competency requirements in real workplace situations.

What to bring

  • Biro, pencil and a calculator to use during assessment
  • Suitable clothing and footwear on practical days (typically days 4 & 5) including shirt, long trousers, enclosed shoes, hat & sunscreen
  • Suitable torch for inspections
  • Clothing to be workplace appropriate

Eligibility: Students are required to either be currently employed, commencing employment or have pre-arranged & documented work placement in the urban pest management sector, verified by a ProTrain team member. You will also need a valid Unique Student Identifier.

Fees

OptionFee
Workshop — Maroochydore & Brisbane$[PRICE]
Workshop — Townsville & New Zealand$[PRICE]

All prices in Australian dollars. Payment by direct deposit or credit card prior to commencement.

Course fees include venue and practical site costs, consumables and equipment used during training, presentation materials, textbooks and handouts, and morning tea and lunch.

Next available dates

WorkshopDateLocationSpacesCost
Non-Timber Pest Management Brisbane 20–24 Jul 2026 Brisbane 2 left $[PRICE] Enrol
Non-Timber Pest Management Maroochydore 12–16 Oct 2026 Maroochydore 10 left $[PRICE] Enrol
Non-Timber Pest Management Brisbane 2–6 Nov 2026 Brisbane 10 left $[PRICE] Enrol

ProTrain reserves the right to postpone workshops should minimum numbers not be met.

Career Start funding — Queensland students

ProTrain is a Skills Assure Supplier. Eligible Queensland students may be able to access subsidised training under the Career Start program. Check your eligibility →

Online / self-paced

Our online program covers the same three units as the workshop and allows you to work through the course at your own pace from wherever you like, through our student portal.

How the program works

  1. Enrol and access the student portal. You'll receive login details and your learning modules on enrolment confirmation.
  2. Complete theory modules at your own pace. Study when it suits your work schedule — enrolments are valid from the date of enrolment.
  3. Supervised workplace training. Provide logbook and photographic evidence of at least 10 urban pest inspection and management programs under the direct supervision of a qualified technician.
  4. Final workplace assessment. Conducted using audio and video media to demonstrate performance requirements in a workplace situation.

Workplace requirement: The online program still requires supervised workplace training — you must be employed, commencing employment or hold a documented work placement in the urban pest management sector.

Fees

OptionFee
Online / remote program$[PRICE]

All prices in Australian dollars. Payment by direct deposit or credit card prior to commencement.

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Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is all about the skills and knowledge you've collected through work and life experiences and then transferring them to current training course requirements. Assessors will review your existing skills and have your current skills recognised.

RPL fee: $[PRICE]

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Units of competency

  • CPPUPM3005 Manage pests without applying pesticides Core
  • CPPUPM3006 Manage pests by applying pesticides Core
  • CPPUPM3018 Maintain equipment and pesticide storage areas in pest management vehicles Core

State licensing

Completing this course gives you a Statement of Attainment — the training step. You then apply to your state or territory regulator for the actual licence. Requirements vary between states; Western Australia in particular has additional requirements, so contact ProTrain before enrolling if you plan to apply for a WA licence.

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