Timber Pest Management Next: 27–31 Jul 2026 · Maroochydore · 7 spaces Enrol in workshop Enrol online

Timber Pest Management

Termites, borers and wood decay fungi — for licensed pest management technicians looking to expand their skill set to incorporate the inspection and management of timber pests.

CPPUPM3008 · 3010 Statement of Attainment 5-day workshop + assessment F2F, online & RPL

Face-to-face workshop

These programs are designed and targeted towards pest management technicians looking to expand their skill set to incorporate the inspection and management of timber pests. ProTrain expects that persons wishing to complete this program would already hold a pest management licence for general pests and be currently employed in the pest management industry, working under the supervision of a licenced timber pest management technician.

How the program works

  1. Pre-course remote assessment. Selected research and study modules completed prior to the workshop, issued on enrolment confirmation.
  2. Supervised workplace training. Provide evidence of completing at least 10 timber pest inspection and management programs (across subterranean termites, borers, fungal decay, dampwood termites and drywood termites) under the direct supervision of a qualified timber 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). Includes classroom and field activities, a field trip into the timber pest environment, species sample collection and IDs, and inspections of buildings at varying stages of construction.
  4. Final workplace assessment. Conducted after components A–C using audio and video media to demonstrate performance requirements in a workplace situation.

What to bring

  • A copy of Urban Pest Management in Australia 5th edition
  • 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
  • Overalls and knee pads for accessing roof voids and crawl spaces

Eligibility: Prior to acceptance, each candidate must provide a copy of their Statement of Attainment for either PRMPM05A, PRMPM06A & PRMPM18A or CPPPMT3005, CPPPMT3006 & CPPPMT3018, or evidence of currently undertaking training in these units. Students must be currently employed, commencing employment or hold a documented work placement in the timber pest management sector, plus a valid USI.

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
Timber Pest Management Maroochydore 27–31 Jul 2026 Maroochydore 7 left $[PRICE] Enrol
Timber Pest Management Townsville 10–14 Aug 2026 Townsville 6 left $[PRICE] Enrol
Timber Pest Management Brisbane 14–18 Sep 2026 Brisbane 7 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

The online timber pest program covers the same two units as the workshop, delivered through our student portal at your own pace.

How the program works

  1. Enrol and access the student portal. Login details and learning modules are issued on enrolment confirmation.
  2. Complete theory modules at your own pace. You will need your own copy of Urban Pest Management in Australia 5th edition and Termites in Australia if required.
  3. Supervised workplace training. Logbook and photographic evidence of at least 10 timber pest programs under direct supervision of a qualified timber pest technician.
  4. Final workplace assessment. Conducted using audio and video media to demonstrate performance requirements in a workplace situation.

Workplace requirement: Supervised workplace training with a licensed timber pest management technician is a mandatory component of the online program.

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

  • CPPUPM3008 Inspect for and report on timber pests Core
  • CPPUPM3010 Control timber pests 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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