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This is a comprehensive self-paced course designed for wastewater treatment professionals, environmental engineers, and municipal authorities. This program delves into the critical issue of pesticide contamination in Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs) and offers practical solutions to mitigate its adverse effects on wastewater systems and the environment. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the sources and pathways of pesticide entry into wastewater systems, the chemical properties of common pesticides, and their potential toxicological impacts on aquatic life and human health. The course covers regulatory frameworks and best management practices to prevent and control pesticide pollution. The four sections of this course are as follows: 1. Impacts of Pesticide Discharges 2. Pesticide Use and & Toxicity in Treated Effluent 3. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Alternatives 4. Communicating with Stakeholders