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Certified Crop Adviser

Advance your career – become a Certified Crop Adviser.

Take advantage of this intensive tutorial training session and prepare to write the Certified Crop Adviser Prairie Province and International exam. The instructors have a wealth of knowledge that they will share with you to help you feel better prepared to write the exam.

Dates: Jan. 26 - 29, 2026

Delivery: Olds Campus

Tuition: $599

Credentials: Non-credit tutorial only

Length: Four days | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily

Applications Deadline: This course does not have a registration deadline, however we recommend registering early to ensure a seat in the class.

Prerequisites: There are technically no prerequisites, however all participants must acquire and review the materials before attending the tutorial. The most current edition is recommended.

Recommended Texts

  • International Certified Crop Adviser Study Guide (includes Performance Objectives)

Required Materials Details & How To Purchase:

The International Study Guide can be purchased from the Fertilizer Institute; 
Phone: 202.962.0490
E-mail: store@tfi.org | Online: Store.TFI

This course is an overview only and will highlight the regional and international objectives required to pass the exams.

Areas of competency covered:

  • Soil fertility
  • Integrated pest management
  • Professional conduct
  • Non-chemical control
  • Weed biology
  • Crop production management
  • Herbicide resistance
  • Soil & water Management
  • Control methods
  • Pests, beneficial insects and mites
  • Disease management
  • Successful exam writing strategies
  • Management strategies
  • Fungicide symptoms
  • Pesticide management
  • Practice exam (optional - answers posted)
  • Review quizzes (Optional - answers posted)
  • Debriefing quizzes

Your training investment could qualify for funding!

The Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) helps employers cover the cost of eligible training — including programs like this one — to enhance productivity and strengthen workforce skills for today’s fast-changing economy.

With funding from the Government of Canada through the Workforce Development Agreement, employers can apply on behalf of their employees and receive partial reimbursement for approved training.

Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant

For more information:

Industry Training & Continuing Education

Phone: 403.556.4740
Toll-Free: 1.800.661.6537
Email: coned@oldscollege.ca