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NWCOA is dedicated to offering training to the wildlife control industry that assists WCOs with developing strong business practices and effective technical knowledge and skills. Science-based information and research is at the forefront of all training protocol. Training is conducted by Certified NWCOA Instructors (CNIs) and Master NWCOA Instructors (MNIs). NWCOA’s training coordinator develops new curriculum based on the needs, desires and trends in the industry and continually refreshes existing courses. Training is offered regionally and during the national training event.

We also offer some of our courses online and on demand. To learn more about the on demand training, CLICK HERE. To register for those courses, please visit our learning platform, Thinkific.

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Exhibitor/Sponsor Registration - 2026 NWCOA/NPMA Wildlife Expo

Start
10 Feb 2026

End
12 Feb 2026

Location
Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, NV

Join the National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA) and the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) for an educational program that will provide both technical and business-related information to professionals who are involved in wildlife management or are considering offering this valuable add-on service. With wildlife management being one of the fastest growing segments in the pest management industry, featuring your products at the annual Wildlife Expo is a winning investment for your company.

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Hotel/Exhibit Location information:

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino

3667 Las Vegas Blvd S

Las Vegas, NV 89109

Exhibit Hall Events & Hours

Subject to change

Tuesday, February 10

1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Exhibitor Set Up

5:00 pm – 6:30 pm | Welcome Reception

Wednesday, February 11

7:00 am – 8:00 am | Continental Breakfast

10:00 am – 10:15 am | Refreshment Break

12:15 pm – 1:30 pm | Lunch

2:30 pm – 3:00 pm | Refreshment Break

Thursday, February 12

7:30 am – 8:30 am | Continental Breakfast

9:30 am – 9:45 am | Refreshment Break

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm | Lunch

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm | Exhibitor Tear Down

Hotel information:

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino

3667 Las Vegas Blvd. S

Las Vegas, NV 89109

Book your stay by January 25, 2026, to lock in the group rate of $135.63/night plus a $49.95/day resort fee. After January 25, 2026, rooms & rates are subject to availability.

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Thank you to our Expo Silver Sponsors:





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2026 NWCOA/NPMA Wildlife Expo

Start
10 Feb 2026
8:00 AM
End
12 Feb 2026
5:00 PM
Location
Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas, NV

Registration is Open!

At the Wildlife Expo, you’ll gain a powerful mix of technical expertise and business strategies designed to help you grow. Whether you’re part of a large organization or an independent operator, this is your opportunity to strengthen your skills, discover new solutions, and take your wildlife management business to the next level.

Why attend?

Innovative Education: Stay ahead with the latest techniques and best practices from leading experts.

Valuable Connections: Build relationships with peers and industry leaders who share your challenges and goals.

Exhibit Hall Access:Experience the newest tools, technologies, and services shaping the future of wildlife management.

Professional Growth: Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and enhance your credentials.

Register by Thursday, December 18, 2025, to take advantage of early-bird pricing. After this date, prices will increase.

Questions? Email meetingsteam@pestworld.org.

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Hotel information:

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino

3667 Las Vegas Blvd S

Las Vegas, NV 89109

Book your stay by January 25, 2026, to lock in the group rate of $135.63/night plus a $49.95/day resort fee. After January 25, 2026, rooms & rates are subject to availability.

BOOK NOW

Thank you to our Expo Platinum Sponsors:

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Thank you to our Expo Silver Sponsors:

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Using AI to Perfect Your Paid Advertising

When
26 Feb 2026

5:30 PM

Location
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Using AI to Perfect Your Paid Advertising

February 26, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
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This webinar explores how wildlife and pest control operators can leverage artificial intelligence to improve their ad performance. Learn how to use AI tools to craft better headlines, automate audience targeting, and optimize your budget for maximum ROI. Whether you manage your own ads or work with a marketing team, this session will give you actionable insights to make your paid campaigns smarter, faster, and more effective.

Presenter:

Tate Morgan

Animal Control Marketing

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Get Bent Academy Two Day Basic Course in Pennsylvania

Start
4 Mar 2026

8:00 AM

End
5 Mar 2026

5:00 PM

Location
223 Beech Street, Pottstown, PA 19464

Spaces left
20

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Get Bent Two Day Basic Course

March 4-5, 2026 in Pottstown, PA



Course is limited to 20 Registrants!

Two-Day Basic Metal Fabrication & Exclusion Course

The Get Bent Academy Two-Day Basic Course is an intensive, hands-on training designed to teach wildlife and pest control professionals the core skills of metal fabrication and structural exclusion.

This course features over 14 real-world fabrication exercises performed on a newly developed modular training building, allowing students to practice and perfect the techniques they’ll use in the field every day.

Participants will tackle challenges such as:

• Gable and soffit return fabrication

• Offsetting and sealing animal entry points

• Identifying and assessing active points of entry

• Cutting, measuring, and installing metal with precision

• Proper screw placement and secure installation methods

• Working around obstacles and irregular structures

• Forming basic crown profiles and finishing details

From mastering the fundamentals of bending and braking metal to understanding how to apply those skills to durable wildlife-proof repairs, this course builds the foundation every technician needs to elevate their craftsmanship, efficiency, and professionalism in the field.

The course will be held at:

Get Bent Academy

223 Beech Street

Pottstown, PA 19464



Attendees are responsible for their own travel and accommodations.

The One Day Advanced course will also be offered on

March 6th, 2026

This course will be limited to 20 registrants

Cost is: $600 for members and $700 for non members

Please register here for the Advanced:

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Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors!



Thank you to our Educational Sponsor!

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What’s Your Workflow Process and Why?

When
12 Mar 2026

5:30 PM

Location
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What’s Your Workflow Process and Why?

March 12, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
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Do you have a process when you perform a rodent or wildlife service? Workflows are essential in the modern day Wildlife and Pest Control industries. Having a process reduces mistakes on record keeping on material applications and keeps accurate communications to staff and customers. Also when you have steps in place correctly you will have better sales opportunities. We will walk through some workflow processes that you can make your own.

Presenter:

Jackie Thornton

Alvin Pest Control, LLC
Associate Certified Entomologist

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EPIC Course and Educational Day - Pennsylvania (PNWMA)

Start
13 Mar 2026
9:00 AM
End
14 Mar 2026
5:00 PM
Location
127 Buffalo Rd. Lewisburg, PA 17837
Spaces left
31

NWCOA in conjunction with The Pennsylvania Nuisance Wildlife Management Association will be offering the EPIC Course on March 13, 2026. PNWMA will also be offering an education day on March 14, 2026.

EPIC Course

Exclusion Product Installation Certification Course

NWCOA EPIC course is designed for business owners and technicians alike. This course provides an understanding of ventilation systems, typical wildlife damage of said systems, as well as the installation of many prefab exclusion products on the market. Learn and get certified on a variety of products in this class. This is a great opportunity to try out different products, learn tips and tricks on the installation of products and learn about the ventilation systems themselves.

Cost: $185.00

The Pennsylvania Nuisance Wildlife Management Association (PNWMA) would like to invite you to our first annual in person training day. We are offering a full day of training presentations by the best operators that PA has to offer. Presentations include a deep dive into one way door best practices with Wildman Mark Prusatis of Get Bet Academy, how to keep yourself safe in the field with tips on first aid, safety and preparedness by Pete Eisert, Electronic Trap monitoring use from Jim Nase, a look at the importance of inspections and how little upsells can make a big difference to your bottom line by Brent Scott, and a focus on specialty species by Dan Zimmerman. Not to mention some presentations from our amazing vendors throughout the day including Greg Schumaker from Wildlife Control Supplies and Tracy Sullivan from AAC Distribution. Price includes a lunch buffet.

Cost: $65.00

Location:

127 Buffalo Rd.

Lewisburg, PA 17837

Attendees are responsible for their own travel and accommodations.

Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors!

Thank you to our Silver Sponsor!

Thank you to our Educational Sponsor!

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WCS New, Rediscovered and Overlooked Products

When
9 Apr 2026

5:30 PM

Location
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WCS New, Rediscovered and Overlooked Products

April 9, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
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We will be featuring and explaining new products we have added to our inventory throughout the year. We will also be showing some useful tools and supplies you may not be currently using in your operations. This will be a live event with products being shown, explained, and demonstrated.

FREE for All!

Presenter:

Gregg Schumaker

Wildlife Control Supplies

Thank You to Our Sponsor!

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Financial Foundations for Wildlife Business Owners: Track, Organize, and Maximize Your Profits

When
23 Apr 2026

5:30 PM

Location
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Financial Foundations for Wildlife Business Owners: Track, Organize, and Maximize Your Profits

April 23, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
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Bookkeeping essentials every Wildlife business owner needs to stay organized and profitable. In this session, you’ll learn why accurate tracking of income and expenses is critical, discover proven strategies for building a solid financial foundation, and explore how to leverage financial insights to increase your bottom line. Designed for owner-operators who want practical, stress-free ways to take control of their business finances.

Presenter:

Theresa Shearer

HB Business Solutions, LLC

Owner

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Safety, and Zoonotic Disease Awareness for Technicians

When
7 May 2026

5:30 PM

Location
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Safety, and Zoonotic Disease Awareness for Technicians

May 7, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
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This presentation will cover the basics of proper PPE, safety and zoonotic disease prevention for professionals. WCO's need to choose the proper equipment and know their limitations for the work they will be conducting. Gloves, respiratory protection, and other important PPE will be covered. Evaluating and mitigating risks associated with wildlife control will be covered. Prevention of heat stroke and exhaustion will be discussed. A few diseases of special concern will be covered including risks from ectoparasites.

Presenter:

Gregg Schumaker

Wildlife Control Supplies

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Winning as a Team

When
11 Jun 2026

5:30 PM

Location
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Winning as a Team

June 11, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
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Winning as a Team explores how collaboration, communication, and shared goals can elevate wildlife control operations. This session highlights practical strategies for building strong field teams, improving customer outcomes, and fostering a culture of accountability and support within your organization.

Presenter:

Stephanie Hoffer
Precision Predator Removal and Wildlife Management

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Biting Pests Associated with Wildlife and Pets

When
9 Jul 2026

5:30 PM

Location
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Biting Pests Associated with Wildlife and Pets

July 9, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
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This session provides an in-depth look at structural pests commonly associated with wildlife and domestic animals, including fleas, bat bugs, rodent mites, bird mites, and brown dog ticks. Attendees will learn to recognize when biting pests are present, understand each pest’s biology and importance, and accurately identify them. The session will also cover effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and treatment strategies tailored to each pest group.

Presenter:
Benjamin Hottel

Entomologist

Rollins, Inc.

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A How-To with Hand Tools

When
13 Aug 2026

5:30 PM

Location
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A How-To with Hand Tools

August 13, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
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Gain the confidence and skills needed to perform high-quality wildlife exclusion work using the tools you probably already have. This session provides a practical, step-by-step overview of essential hand tools, how to use them safely and efficiently, and the techniques that lead to clean, durable, and professional-grade results. Whether you're new to exclusion work or looking to sharpen your craftsmanship, you’ll walk away with clear guidance, pro tips, and a better understanding of how to get the job done right—no fancy equipment required.

Presenter:

Jon Cischke

Exclusion Masters / Mighty Mock

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Branding on Social Media

When
1 Oct 2026

5:30 PM

Location
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Branding on Social Media

October 1, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
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Discover how to use your story, your voice, and intentional content to build a memorable social media brand. Jaclyn Ricci will guide you through the key elements of branding that attract, engage, and build trust.

Members - FREE

Non-Members - $25

Presenter:

Jaclyn Ricci,

The Lady Bug Pest & Wildlife Control

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