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Harper Adams University College
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Course Duration: 5 days
Study mode: Short Courses
Start date:
This course last started in Dec-08
Please contact the college to enquire about new start dates.
Course Qualification: This course can lead to one of the following qualifications: 15 CPD points for the BASIS Professional Register or BASIS Plant Protection Award
Course Venue: Harper Adams University College , Shropshire, TF10 8NB
Awarding body: Awarded by: BASIS Registration Ltd
Course Description
This course is ideal for agronomists who wish to demonstrate an advanced level of knowledge of crop protection technology. The PPA is the qualification required by the Crop Protection Association of its members who regularly give advice. It covers the technology of crop protection at a more advanced level than the BASIS Certificate in Crop Protection for Field, Sales and Technical Staff. The latter is a pre-requisite for candidates wishing to achieve the PPA. As a result of this course, participants will be able to: Give reasoned arguments and decisions in support of the most appropriate and safe plant protection practices, including pesticide use in different agricultural and horticultural systems, and in relation to current issues and the concerns of society. Select an appropriate formulation to suit the physical, chemical and biological properties of an active ingredient, and efficacy and safety expectations. Give advice on the current selection and use of a product in the field. Give advice on appropriate conditions, timings, techniques and requirement for applying pesticides efficiently and safely. Give advice on the safe storage, handling, transport, use and disposal of pesticides and their containers.
Course Fees
Fees for 2008 are: £435.00 (Tuition only) Examination fee: £247.00. Fully residential campus accommodation is available if required at £35.00 per night. Lunch and beverages are available at £10.00 per day
Entry Requirements
It is strongly recommended that candidates should have had at least two years experience after obtaining the BASIS Certificate in Crop Protection before taking the Plant Protection Award.
Venue Description
Guidance and advice may be available for all aspects of student life. Facilities/Support are available for students with hearing impairment. Facilities/Support are available for students with learning difficulties. Facilities/Support are available for students with restricted mobility. Facilities/Support are available for students with visual impairment.
Course Venue
Newport
Shropshire
TF10 8NB
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