All continuing education programs shall be submitted to the director for review and approval. The sponsoring organization shall maintain records of attendance and notify each county board of the hours completed by its weed control superintendent by January 1 of each year. Failure to complete the required number of hours of continuing education shall subject such weed control superintendent to removal from office by the county board. The Nebraska Weed Control Association with Central Community College in Hastings, Nebraska offers four 10 hour training sessions per year. The Nebraska Department of Agriculture reviews and approves the agenda for these training sessions.
Attendance is verified by roll call.
Participants are given examinations to test their comprehension and understanding of the educational material presented. Passing scores of at least 70 percent is required. The commissioner shall provide written notice to county agricultural inspectors of meetings they are required to attend. The commissioner shall provide written notice to local weed inspectors for all meetings they are required to attend. If the qualifications as specified in Section 2 a or b have been achieved, the person shall be deemed a certified supervisor under the Wyoming Weed and Pest Control Act of 1973.