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  •  03/26/2026 - 03/26/2050
     9:00 am Pacific Time

Living in Canada? Please visit our main Electrofishing Certification page.


Location: Fully Online

Backpack electrofishing is one of the most effective fish sampling methods used in fisheries management and environmental assessments. NRTG’s Electrofishing Theory Course prepares you to use it safely and correctly. This self-paced online course takes about six hours to complete and covers electrofishing theory and principles, equipment operation and safety procedures, backpack electrofishing techniques, and best practices for fish sampling and handling.

What should I bring or supply?

You will need:

  • Computer
  • Stable internet access
  • Pen and paper

Our team can answer questions and provide technical support as required.

This course is approved for 6 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) under the Society for Ecological Restoration’s (SER) Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner (CERP) Program. Participants are responsible for uploading their certificates at ser.submittable.com to receive CECs.

Details Price Qty
$400show details + $420.00 CAD*  

* price includes taxes