Private Pesticide Applicator Exam Prep
- Length
- 5 hours
- Language
- English
- Note
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About the In-Person Workshop
Prepare for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture's private pesticide applicator certification exam with this engaging workshop. Attendees will review and focus on key material from the Pesticide Core and Supplemental Manual, with chapters broken into manageable sections through small group activities and scheduled breaks. Designed for those seeking certification to apply restricted-use pesticides on their farm or property, this session provides the foundational knowledge needed for success. Participants must bring the Private Applicator Exam Study Packet to class.
Event Details
The five-hour workshop will be led by a Penn State Educator of Agronomy.Â
Certification Exam Study Materials
All participants are responsible for bringing their own private pesticide applicator CORE study manual training materials to the class. If you are planning to use study packets that were previously purchased, please be aware that some materials may have been updated. Please be sure your study materials include the updated manuals.
You can order the pesticide applicator packet from the Penn State Publications Distribution Center online or by calling 1-877-345-0691 (toll-free).
Scheduling Your Exam
The private pesticide applicator licensing exam will not be offered as part of this course. To find a convenient location and time to take your exam and make your reservation, go to the Pesticide Exam Search.
Registering before the event is encouraged and appreciated!
- Individuals preparing for Private Applicator certification
- Farmers and others applying restricted-use pesticides on their farm or property
- New pesticide applicators seeking foundational knowledge
- Best practices for pesticide safety and handling
- How to read and understand pesticide labels
- Integrated pest management techniques
- Test-taking strategies for the certification exam
- Key information to pass Pennsylvania’s Private Applicator Licensing Exam
Guidance Regarding COVID-19
We will follow University and local guidelines and regulations at the time of this event. Individual visitors still bear responsibility for adhering to guidelines and protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Please review Penn State's guidelines.
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