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Level 2 PA1 Pesticides Course in Ilkeston – Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus

Cost£2,000.00
Duration1 week
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyMultiple awarding bodies
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About this course

Level 2 PA1 Pesticides Course in Ilkeston. Classes run at Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus, part-time over one week, with daytime attendance. This is the foundation theory course for pesticide application. You must complete this PA1 pesticides qualification before moving on to any other FEPA module. There are no formal entry requirements, and you need to be at least 16 years old. The course covers legislation, safe handling, storage, transport, disposal, and environmental safety. You'll sit an online computer-based multiple-choice test at the end.

Who this course is for

This is a foundation theory course for pesticide application. The foundation module should be studied prior to any other FEPA module.

Entry requirements

The minimum age for candidates taking this course is 16 years. There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand current legislation governing pesticide use.
  • You'll learn safe personal hygiene practices when working with pesticides.
  • You'll know how to prepare pesticides correctly before application.
  • You'll understand the rules for transporting and storing pesticides safely.
  • You'll learn correct disposal techniques for pesticide waste.
  • You'll know how to keep accurate records of pesticide use.
  • You'll be able to interpret product labels and technical literature.
  • You'll understand how to select and use the right protective clothing.
  • You'll know how to deal with contamination and protect the environment.

How you will learn

The course is delivered on-site at Broomfield Hall over one week of daytime classes. Teaching covers theory across all topic areas. At the end of the training session, you'll complete an online GOLA computer-based multiple-choice test set by NPTC. The test takes place at the centre.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring your own writing materials and lunch. There are facilities on site if you'd prefer to purchase lunch there.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Grounds maintenance operative, applying pesticides safely on managed land.
  • Agricultural worker, handling and applying crop protection products.
  • Greenkeeper, managing turf with compliant pesticide use.
  • Horticulture technician, treating plants and growing areas.
  • Local authority parks worker, maintaining public green spaces.
  • Forestry worker, controlling invasive species and pests.

What you could study next

Once you hold the PA1 pesticides certificate, you can move on to other FEPA modules that cover specific application equipment and methods. Common next steps include the PA2 Certificate (boom sprayer), PA6 Certificate (hand-held applicators), or PA4 Certificate (broadcast spreaders), depending on the type of work you do. These additional modules build on the PA1 foundation and are often required by employers for specific pesticide application roles.

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