International Organic Inspector Associate (IOIA) will offer an Onsite / In-Person Basic Livestock Inspection Training in Latham, New York – May 6 - 10, 2024.
This training will be held at The Century House, Latham, New York. Just outside of Albany, New York. Lodging will be available for $99 + Taxes a night. This includes a hot buffet breakfast. The Century House - www.thecenturyhouse.com
The 4 ½ day comprehensive Basic Organic Livestock Inspection Training follows IOIA’s livestock curriculum requirements and includes classroom instruction on applying and using organic livestock standards; livestock materials; risk assessment; audit trail requirements; report writing; inspector conduct, confidentiality, and ethics; understanding the difference between inspecting and consulting; effective communication; and organic inspection procedures for meat and dairy animals; fiber-bearing animals; and poultry (meat and eggs).
Mandatory Pre-Requisite, Online NOP Livestock Standards Webinar – April 16 & 19, 2024
Email – ioiassistant@rangeweb.net for questions and to get on list of interested participants.
The courses are scheduled from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm (Eastern Time) Monday through Thursday, with additional assignments for the evening, and 8:00 am -11:30 am on Friday.
Participants must attend the entire course, to receive a Certificate of Completion or Letter of Participation.
Basic Organic Livestock Inspection Training
**Please note all participants who have NOT taken a previous Basic Crop Inspection Training are also required to take the 100-level Crop Standards webinar training (6 Hours) before taking the Livestock course.
APPLICATION ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA
Applications for participation in IOIA courses are evaluated and ranked according to the applicant’s relevant education, training and life experiences. Attendance to IOIA courses is limited. If you are accepted into the course, an instructional letter and the curriculum materials including pre-course readings and assignments will be mailed to you. Applicants to IOIA trainings must meet the following acceptance criteria.
Please review the Info Page for further requirements. The pricing for IOIA In-Person training is $2300.