Plant Disease Diagnostics

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This six-hour training prepares learners to recognize the full plant disease diagnostic process through a combination of teaching videos, written resources, formative knowledge assessments, and interactive exercises. Learners will understand how to diagnose plant diseases through careful observation, identification of causal agents, and field-based diagnostic skills. Designed for real-world application, this course emphasizes early recognition and response to plant health issues affecting crops and ornamental plants in the Northeast.

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Cost: $200
(Full Price)


Cost: $100
(50% discount)

Suggested fee for those who can afford 50% of the full course fee.


Cost: $50
(75% discount)

Suggested fee for participants for whom the full course fee would prove a barrier to participation.


Skills/knowledge gained from this micro-credential:

  • Successful completion of this learning experience allows the learner to submit for six pesticide recertification credits

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Boost your skills and stand out with a Plant Disease Diagnostics micro-credential!

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