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Section 1: Foundations of How Pesticides Work

Module 1: Modes of Action vs. Sites of Action (Core Definitions for Field Use)

Module 2: Routes of Entry and Movement in the Pest

Section 2: Major Insecticide Modes of Action

Module 3: Nervous System Disruptors I — Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors (Organophosphates and Carbamates)

Module 4: Nervous System Disruptors II — Sodium Channel Modulators (Pyrethroids)

Module 5: Nervous System Disruptors III — Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptor Agonists (Neonicotinoids)

Module 6: Insect Growth Regulators (IGRs) — Chitin Synthesis Inhibitors and Juvenile Hormone Mimics

Module 7: Metabolic Inhibitors and Physical Action Pesticides (Desiccants and Abrasives)

Section 3: Rodenticide Modes of Action

Module 8: Anticoagulant Rodenticides — First and Second Generation

Module 9: Non-Anticoagulant Rodenticides — Bromethalin, Cholecalciferol, and Zinc Phosphide

Section 4: Using Mode of Action for Resistance Management and Product Selection

Module 10: Understanding IRAC Classifications and How to Use Them in Rotation Planning

Module 11: Speed of Kill, Knockdown, and Residual Activity — Choosing the Right Fit

Section 5: Knowledge Checks (Quizzes) and Course Feedback

Quiz 1: Modes of Action vs. Sites of Action and Routes of Entry

Quiz 2: Insect Nervous System Modes of Action

Quiz 3: IGRs, Metabolic Inhibitors, and Physical Action Products

Quiz 4: Rodenticide Modes of Action

Quiz 5: IRAC Groups, Rotation Planning, and Speed of Kill

Course Survey: Modes and Sites of Action (Learner Feedback)

Pesticide Modes of Action and Effective Resistance Management is a practical, field-focused course designed for pest management professionals who want to choose the right product, set accurate customer expectations, and slow resistance development. You’ll learn the difference between mode of action and site of action, how pesticides enter and move through pests, and how these pathways connect to real-world results such as knockdown, residual, and speed of kill. We translate complex toxicology into plain-language, service-ready guidance. Explore major insecticide groups—including AChE inhibitors, pyrethroids, neonicotinoids, and insect growth regulators—plus metabolic inhibitors and physical-action options. Then compare anticoagulant and non-anticoagulant rodenticides to improve rotation decisions in the field. You’ll also learn how to use IRAC classifications to rotate modes of action effectively, reduce selection pressure, and plan visits with clear timelines for results. Quizzes reinforce key concepts so you can apply them immediately on the job. If you’re ready to strengthen product selection, improve outcomes, and protect the long-term value of your toolbox, this course delivers the essentials you need.

G4 - Pesticide Modes of Action and Effective Resistance Management

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            <p>Understanding the mechanics behind pesticide performance is essential for any service professional looking to move beyond basic application and toward true pest management. This course breaks down the critical differences between a product’s mode of action—the specific biological process it disrupts—and its site of action, which is the exact location within the pest where that disruption occurs. By mastering these concepts, you will gain a deeper insight into how various chemistries enter a pest through contact, ingestion, or inhalation, and how they move through the target organism to achieve control. This foundational knowledge ensures that when you select a product, you are not just choosing a brand name; you are choosing a specific biological strategy designed to overcome the unique challenges of each service site.</p>

<p>Beyond the basics of entry and movement, this training explores the major chemical classes you encounter daily, from nervous system disruptors like pyrethroids and neonicotinoids to insect growth regulators (IGRs) and physical action desiccants. We also extend these principles to rodent control, differentiating between anticoagulant and non-anticoagulant modes of action to improve baiting success and manage expectations regarding speed of kill. The final modules tie everything together by introducing the IRAC classification system, providing you with the practical tools to build effective rotation plans. Implementing these strategies is the most effective way to combat pesticide resistance, ensuring that the tools in your service kit remain powerful and reliable for long-term pest suppression.</p>
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