NWCOA Members get discounts on all Workshops & NWCOA Certifed Third-Party Trainings
NWCOA Members get discounts on all Workshops & NWCOA Certifed Third-Party Trainings
The name “Gargoyle Academy” carries deep symbolism rooted in both history and purpose. Traditionally, gargoyles were carved stone figures placed on ancient buildings not only as decorative features but as guardians, protecting the structures and the people within. In the same spirit, The Gargoyle Academy embodies that same mission of protection and vigilance. Just as gargoyles safeguarded cathedrals from harm, students trained at the academy stand as modern guardians of property, using their skills and knowledge to defend against damage, disease, and disruption caused by pest and nuisance wildlife. The gargoyle thus serves as a timeless emblem of defense, craftsmanship, and integrity—values at the heart of the academy’s mission.
The Gargoyle Academy is the premier training institution dedicated to educating and empowering its students in the art and science of pest and nuisance wildlife management and exclusion. At the Gargoyle Academy, training goes beyond the basics with our hand selected industry leading Specialized Master Instructors. We offer an ever-evolving lineup of multiple levels of specialty workshops, NWCOA Certified Third Party trainings, and top-teir Certifed Installer trainings offered through our sponsers. At its core, the academy focuses on providing hands-on, practical training that blends field expertise with proven techniques. Originally tailored towards pest and nuisance wildlife control, we have expanded the class to all trades. Pest control operations, Nuisance wildlife control operations, Window & facade cleaning companies, Inspectors, Glazing & caulking specialists, Painting companies, Chimney, Gutters, Solar Panel Contractors, Attic remediation, Christmas lighting installers, Exhaust vent cleaning & maintenance companies, & anyone climbs for work purposes.


The 1, 2 and 3-day Courses and workshops that will be offered at the Academy will cover working at heights safety, rope access, and climbing techniques, Beginner Advanced and Master level custom metal solutions, exclusion and repair methods designed for simple as well as complex structures, detailed inspection process training, product installation workshops, and multiple residential and commercial add on skill workshops to elevate your portfolio and your craftsmanship.