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Authorized Testing Agent Training

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Initial Training for New Testers

Individuals on the wait list are encouraged to continue monitoring their email for information about future trainings.

To be placed on the wait list, please complete this potential tester questionnaire.

Authorized Tester Training FAQ

When is the next training scheduled?
All available trainings will be listed emailed to the training wait list as they are scheduled.

 

Where will the training be held?
As trainings are scheduled, TVMDL will determine a central location based on the testing region. Please monitor the Authorized Testing Agent Training page and your email inbox for the most current information on training locations.

 

What is the cost of the training?
Each in-person training will be provided at a nominal registration fee. The registration fee, along with other details regarding training, will be announced closer to the training date. Please note the cost of P/T Testing materials is around $300.  These materials are required in order to conduct P/T testing.

 

How old does a tester need to be?
Testers should be at least 18 years old.

 

Do I need P/T tester supplies (antigen, etc.) for the class?
No, you do not need the P/T testing supplies for the class. It is suggested not to purchase the items until you pass the class.

 

What is included in the training?
Training will include a lecture, sample training with positive and negative samples, and testing covering the information in the class. Individuals will also receive hands-on instruction for handling birds for blood draws.

 

What is included in each training's registration cost?
The registration fee covers printed course materials, in-person instruction, and lunch.

 

How long does the training last?
Each training will last approximately one full day. Training will include a classroom portion and hands-on instruction.

 

Once I become a tester, can I test outside my county?
As a tester, you can test anywhere in the state of Texas. A lot of testers will test in surrounding counties.

 

Can I test my own birds?
Yes.

 

Can I attend training in another state or somewhere else?
No, the Pullorum-Typhoid Office is the only place for authorized trainings in the state of Texas.

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