Pike County Indiana Quality Livestock Care Training Information

WHAT IS QLC?

The Indiana Quality Livestock Care (QLC) is a program that will provide quality assurance education on all livestock species. QLC is a Indiana quality assurance program for youth ages 8 to 21 with a focus on three core pillars: food safety, animal well-being, and character development.

QLC includes information for youth exhibiting, Swine, Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Rabbits, and Poultry. YQCA is available as an online program or an in-person training. Youth may complete the training online (http://yqcaprogram.org/) at a cost of $12. Pike County 4-Hers can participate at one of the in-person trainings listed for free as the Pike County 4-H Livestock Committee has generously sponsored those indiviudals. 

Youth from other counties may participate at one of the Pike County 4-H QLC Trainings for $3/youth. 

THE REQUIREMENTS:

Certification in YQCA or QLC is a requirement (and it is very good practice) for youth planning to exhibit an animal (Swine, Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Rabbits, and Poultry) at the Pike County 4-H Fair (all other Indiana county fairs), the Indiana State Fair, and some open shows across the country.

HOW TO GET CERTIFIED:

There are two ways to complete your certification: in-person or online. Youth may complete the training online (http://yqcaprogram.org) at a cost of $12 or they can participate in an in-person training. Pike County 4-Hers may attend an in-person training at no cost due to the Livestock Committee generously sponsoring those youth and youth from other counties may attend any Pike County QLC Training for $3/youth. Youth must register for their in-person training via 4-HOnline Events. 

ONLINE

  • Cost: $12
  • Timing: Youth can complete the course at their convenience online at any point. 
  • How to register: Go to http://yqcaprogram.org and log in using your email and password

IN-PERSON

  • Cost: Free for Pike County 4-H youth; Youth from other counties: $3/youth
  • Timing: February 26th at 6:00pm, March 18th at 6:00pm, and April 12th at 2:00pm
  • How to register: Log into 4-H Online and utilize the Events tab to select the training you wish to attend.

Please contact the Purdue Extension- Pike County Office with any questions you may have. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

  • Do Mini 4-H Members need a QLC Certification?: No, QLC is for 4-H members in grades 3-12.
  • When do I need to have my certification complete?: You must complete your YQCA Certification prior to May 15, 2023.
  • What if I show multiple animal species?: You only need to complete the certification once per year, and that will apply to each of your animals. 
  • How long does the in-person class take?: It is approximately one hour and fifteen minutes. 
  • Can I attend a QLC In-Person Training in another county?: Yes, if our schedule does not work for you, you can attend a class in any other county. You can find all classes listed at yqcaprogram.org when signing up. . 
  • When should I register for a class?: As soon as possible! Space is limited in each class, and we recommend registering at least a week prior to the class being offered. 
  • How long is my certification valid?: Your certification is valid for one year from the completion date. 
  • What if I am not selling my animal in the Auction?: This is not an auction requirement, it is an exhibit requirement, so to show your animal, you must complete the certification.