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Master Gardener Specialist - Entomology:
In an effort to truly provide advanced training, the Master Gardener Specialist
- Entomology training was created as a hands-on, intensive multi-day training
that will empower Master Gardeners with knowledge and skills required to effectively
support and multiply Texas Cooperative Extension efforts in educational programs.
Master Gardeners who fulfill specified training and volunteer requirements will be recognized as a Master Gardener Specialist in the specific field of entomology. This certification does not empower the individual with supervisory or administrative authority within her/her local county programs.
Participation Requirements:
To be eligible for the Master Gardener Specialist - Entomology training, an
individual must possess an up-to-date Master Gardener certification, or be an
employee of the Texas Cooperative Extension. Master Gardener applicants must
be approved by their local County Extension Agent.
Master Gardener Specialist - Entomology:
The Master Gardener Specialist - Entomology program is designed to train and
certify Master Gardeners to become part of a state corps of entomology experts
and educators. To become a certified Master Gardener Specialist - Entomology,
Master Gardeners are required to attend the Master Gardener Specialist - Entomology
training to fulfill training requirements and subsequently meet service requirements
described below. Training activities during the academy will empower Master
Gardeners to complete these service requirements.
Position Description:
The Master Gardener Specialist – Entomology is charged to increase awareness,
provide training in entomology, and facilitate implementation of community/neighborhood
integrated pest management projects in Texas.
Time commitment:
The Master Gardener is required to serve a minimum of one year as a Master Gardener
Specialist - Entomology.
Training and service requirements:
· Attend the Master Gardener Specialist - Entomology training
· Serve as a local Master Gardener Specialist - Entomology resource
· Assist with entomology training for Master Gardeners and trainees
· Organize and conduct community/neighborhood entomology education programs
· Increase clientele awareness and implementation of recommended insect
pest management (IPM) strategies through: presentation, training, and mass media
efforts (i.e. radio, newspaper, television, newsletters)
Specialist recognition and certification:
Upon completion of the Master Gardener Specialist - Entomology service requirements,
the Master Gardener will be formally recognized at the annual Texas Master Gardener
Conference, at which time they will be awarded a Master Gardener Specialist
certificate and lapel pin.
Resources available to Master Gardener Specialist - Entomology:
· Entomology training
· Educational materials on entomology
· Direct access to Texas Cooperative Extension insect experts
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