Certified Pesticide Applicator and Registered Applicator exams are being offered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) at several locations throughout the state. To obtain an exam schedule, click here.

Note:   It is not necessary to stay within county limits when taking exams.

It is necessary to call and reserve a seat at the exam session you choose to attend. Call the number listed to the right of the exam session listed in the exam schedule. SEATING IS LIMITED. Exams are given by appointment only. Both the application and fee must be submitted at the examination site. 

Please be advised: exam sessions are subject to change and the exam schedule will be updated periodically.

Fees: 

Commercial Pesticide Applicator	$75.00
Commercial Registered Pesticide Applicator	$45.00
Private Certification	$50.00
Private Registered Applicator	$50.00

Application fees must be submitted along with an application. Only checks and money orders are accepted.  No cash, please. 

Results: 

Examination results will be made available to applicants upon completion of the examination.  At some locations, exam results will be made available by mail within 24 to 48 hours of the time the examination is taken. 

Pesticide Applicator Credentials: 

A receipt will be issued when you submit your application and pay your fee. This receipt is also used to record your progress with exams and must be kept with the applicant until the examination process is successfully completed.  When the examination process is completed, a card will be mailed to the applicant.  The card is the applicator's credential and must remain in the applicator's possession at all times. 

Credentials expire December 31st every third year.  At the end of the 3-year period, credentials may be renewed by seminar credit or by examination.  Registered Applicator credentials may be renewed by seminar credit or by taking a category-specific training program refresher and a written examination.