The Foundations of Invasive Species (FIS) Management Certificate Course is an asynchronous, professional, online course that was created to provide you with a well-rounded basis in invasive species management. Experts from the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) have carefully curated this content just for you!
This asynchronous course consists of sequenced video presentations, along with supplemental materials for in-depth learning and assessment. Video presentations are curated from NAISMA’s exclusive webinar library, plus past annual conference presentations coupled with original content that can only be seen inside of FIS. There are fourteen segments in this course with multiple learning pieces included in each. Plus, we included the entire NAISMA Mapping Standards short course as a bonus for you!
The FIS management certificate course is designed specifically for individuals that are interested in learning the foundational aspects of invasive species management and was developed by professionals with real world experience managing invasive plants, animals, and pathogens.
Distributors may purchase multiple copies of packages to distribute to learners, and follow their progress. Bulk discounts are below.
| Quantity | Price per voucher |
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| 1+ | $0.00 |
| 1. Welcome and Instructions |
| Welcome and Instructions | ||
| Invasive Species | ||
| Why Should I Care About Invasive Species? |
| 2. Introduction to Invasive Species |
| Invasive Species 101 by National Geographic | ||
| Introduction to Invasive Species | ||
| Uninvited: The Spread of Invasive Species | ||
| Executive Order on Invasive Species | ||
| The Threat of Invasive Species from TedD-Ed by Jennifer Klos | ||
| Invasive Species in Your Area | ||
| Quiz - Introduction |
| 3. Agencies and Organizations |
| Chapter 3 Overview | ||
| The ABCs of Invasive Species Organizations and How They Work Together | ||
| What is the National Invasive Species Council? | ||
| Federal Invasive Species Program Updates from NISAW 2021 | ||
| Quiz - Agencies and Organizations |
| 4. Advocacy and Policy |
| Chapter 4 Overview | ||
| Invasive Species Opportunities in the 117th Congress and the First Year of the Biden Administration | ||
| Show Me the Money! | ||
| Raising Awareness of Invasive Species Management Among State Legislators | ||
| EmpowerU! Learn How to Help Your Audience Engage Decision Makers | ||
| Quiz - Advocacy and Policy |
| 5. Aquatic Nuisance Species |
| Chapter 5 Overview | ||
| Aquatic Nuisance Species Priorities for Prevention and Management | ||
| An Overview of Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Programs across the United States | ||
| The Model Legislative Framework for State Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Programs and Local Toolkit for AIS | ||
| Pathways, Coordination, and Legislative Update of AIS Prevention and Management | ||
| Aquatic Plant Management Strategies | ||
| Aquatic Plant Management Priorities | ||
| Management of Harmful Algal Blooms (HAB) | ||
| Challenges and New Technology for Managing Invasive Fish | ||
| Take the Georgia ANS Certification Course | ||
| Quiz - Aquatic Nuisance Species |
| 6. Injurious Wildlife |
| Chapter 6 Overview | ||
| The History and Effectiveness of Injurious Wildlife Listing Under the "Lacey Act" | ||
| Feral Swine Management and Policy from Canada to Mexico | ||
| Wild Pigs on USACE Projects: Management Challenges, Research Opportunities and Lessons Learned | ||
| Non-Native Invasive Earthworms 101: From the Nightcrawler to the Jumping Worm | ||
| Invasive Tegus: An Emerging Threat to Southeastern Ecosystems | ||
| Invasive Species of Guam | ||
| Introduced Species and Biodiversity | ||
| Quiz - Injurious Wildlife |
| 7. Invasive Pests |
| Chapter 7 Overview | ||
| Pest TV Invasive Species Video | ||
| Hiding in Plain Sight: Invasive Pests in North America | ||
| Science Policy and Solutions for Invasive Forest Pests | ||
| Forestry Best Management Practices for Invasive Species | ||
| Quiz - Invasive Pests |
| 8. Noxious Weeds |
| Chapter 8 Overview | ||
| Invasive Plant Biology and Ecology | ||
| Invasive Plant Management Techniques | ||
| Concepts and Strategies For Emergent Plant Management | ||
| Identification and Management of Invasive Grasses | ||
| U.S. State Noxious Weed Lists are Reactive, Not Coordinated, and Incongruous with Biology & The Western Weed Action Plan | ||
| Quiz - Noxious Weeds |
| 9. Early Detection and Rapid Response (EDRR) |
| Chapter 9 Overview | ||
| An Overview of Early Detection and Rapid Response | ||
| USGS and USFWS Collaborative Project to Conduct a National Horizon Scan for Organisms in Trade | ||
| Arc Collector: A Revolutionary Tool for Field Data Collection | ||
| The Role of the U.S. Public in Detecting New Pest Incursions | ||
| USGS Biological Threat Surveillance Tools | ||
| British Columbia, Canada's EDRR for Emerging Plant Issues | ||
| Incident Command System for Invasive Species | ||
| Closing the Gap: Using Emergency Declarations to Achieve Rapid Response Goals | ||
| Rapid Response to Zebra Mussel Contamination in Marimo Moss Balls | ||
| Quiz - EDRR |
| 11. Mapping and Data Management |
| Chapter 11 Overview | ||
| How to Implement the NAISMA Mapping Standards | ||
| The Invasive Species Data Mobilization Campaign | ||
| An Overview of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Species (NAS) Database | ||
| iMapInvasives | ||
| EDDMapS 101 | ||
| Healthy Trees, Healthy Cities | ||
| Quiz - Mapping and Data Management |
| 12. Education and Outreach |
| Chapter 12 Overview | ||
| Familiarize Yourself with the National Campaigns | ||
| Stopping Invasive Species with Behavior Psychology | ||
| Invasive Species Prevention Outreach Brands and How to Use Them | ||
| PlayCleanGo Awareness Week and How to Integrate the New Outreach Tools | ||
| Writing Signage that People Will Read | ||
| Leaps and Bounds - How to Jump over the Barriers to Preventing the Spread of Invasive Species | ||
| What Can I Do About Invasive Species? | ||
| Quiz - Education and Outreach |
| 13. Climate Change and Invasive Species |
| Chapter 13 Overview | ||
| Supporting the Inclusion of Invasive Species in Climate Change Legislation, Policy, Management, and Research | ||
| Climate Change and Invasive Species | ||
| North East RISCC Management Network - Integrating Invasive Species and Climate Change: Past Accomplishment and Upcoming Goals | ||
| Pacific RISCC - Integrating Climate Change into Invasive Species Management in the U.S. Pacific Islands | ||
| Introducing the North Central RISCC Network | ||
| Quiz - Climate Change |
| 14. Conclusion |
| Invasive Species: The Basics | ||
| Evaluation | ||
| Congratulations! |