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ODA Pesticide Licensing Information

Explore OREGON licensing requirements, fees, exam resources and study materials, renewal and recertification info, etc. 

ODA Pesticide Licensing

WSDA Pesticide Licensing Information

Explore WASHINGTON licensing requirements, fees, exam resources and study materials, renewal and recertification info, etc. 

WSDA Pesticide Licensing

Oregon, Washington, and Idaho’s pesticide licenses are reciprocal, meaning you can obtain your license in one state and transfer it to the other.

There are required forms you must submit to the state department of agriculture.

For assistance with this process, please contact Kris Schaedel at Hood River Soil & Water Conservation District: kris@hoodriverswcd.org, or (541) 386-4588

 

Reciprocal Licensing Guide

The Oregon Department of Agriculture’s guide to reciprocal licensing gives details about how to transfer your Washington or Idaho license to Oregon.

ODA Reciprocal Licensing Guide

Reciprocal License Agreement Form

The ODA Reciprocal Licensing Form must be completed if you have a pesticide license from another state and want to obtain an Oregon pesticide license.

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Out-of-State License and Enforcement History Form

This form is required for individuals seeking to obtain an Oregon pesticide license based upon their pesticide
license(s) from another state.

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Private Applicator License Application

Reciprocal license applicants need to submit a Private Applicator License (PAL) Application Form.

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No Social Security Number Form

If you do not have a social security number, you must submit a written statement to ODA attesting that when you apply for a reciprocal license.

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Washington State Reciprocal License

To transfer an Oregon pesticide license to Washington, see WSDA’s reciprocal licensing information.

Go to WSDA Website

Local, In-Person Test Prep Class

Local, in-person pre-license exam prep courses are available throughout the fall and winter in English and Spanish. Contact Hood River Soil & Water Conservation District for more details.

Contact Kris at (541) 386-4588 or kris@hoodriverswcd.org

HRSWCD

OSU Pesticide Safety Education Program

OSU PSEP’s Pre-Cert training program is available online or as a 2-day in-person workshop.

Online

Cost: FREE

A self-paced online version is available! Includes 11 modules, completed on your schedule. Once completed, you can go back to review any section. Modules can be completed on your schedule – estimated time to complete entire program is approximately 16 hours.

This training is NOT offered for continuing education credits for license-holders and is ONLY meant for those needing to prepare for the pesticide applicator exam. 

Register for the online course here

 

In Person

Cost: $225 per person (includes food and printed study materials)

In-person trainings are offered each year at various locations throughout the state. Class size is capped at 40 to provide opportunities for peer learning and personalized instruction.

Find in-person class opportunities here

 

 

Pesticide Applicator Manuals Available

Free study materials are available at the Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers and Hood River Soil & Water Conservation District offices, including: 

  • National Pesticide Applicator Certification Core Manual (English)
  • Oregon Addendum (English)
  • WSU Manual para aplicadores privados de pesticidas (Spanish)

CGFG: 2835 Van Horn Dr, Hood River

HRSWCD: 3007 Experiment Station Dr, Hood River

National Pesticide Applicator Certification Core Manual PDF

Download the National Pesticide Applicator Certification Core Manual (in English) for use when taking the Oregon private pesticide applicator exam.

Download PDF: National Pesticide Applicator Core Manual

Oregon Core Manual Addendum - English

Download the Oregon Core Manual Addendum (in English) for use when taking the Oregon private pesticide applicator exam.

Download English Oregon Core Manual Addendum

Oregon Core Manual Addendum - Spanish

Download the Oregon Core Manual Addendum (in Spanish) for use when taking the Oregon private pesticide applicator exam.

Download Spanish Oregon Core Manual Addendum

How to Reduce Bee Poisoning from Pesticides

Download the publication How to Reduce Bee Poisoning from Pesticides (in English) for use when taking the Oregon private pesticide applicator exam.

Download PDF: How to Reduce Bee Poisoning from Pesticides

Washington Private Applicator Pesticide Education Manual - English

Purchase the Washington Private Applicator Pesticide Education Manual (in English) for use when taking the Washington private pesticide applicator exam.

Purchase English Washington Manual

Washington Private Applicator Pesticide Education Manual - Spanish

Purchase the Washington Private Applicator Pesticide Education Manual (in Spanish) for use when taking the Washington private pesticide applicator exam.

Purchase Spanish Washington Manual

Math for Pesticide Applicators

Pesticide applicators use math to determine treatment area, correctly dilute concentrated product, and calibrate equipment to deliver a desired application rate. This resource provides instruction and practice math problems to prepare for the applicators exam questions.

Download Math for Pesticide Handlers

Additional Math Practice

Find additional math practice here to prepare for the pesticide applicators exam.

Help Sheets with Practice Problems

Recertification Courses - Remote & In-Person

OSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP) offers scheduled webinars, in-person classes, and on-demand remote options for anyone needing course credits toward license recertification.

Webinars

Occurs on pre-scheduled dates and times; not on-demand.

Credits: 4 credits per session

Cost: $80 per person (per session)

Location: Remote

Time: 4 hours per webinar

 

On-Demand Recertification

On-demand remote courses.

Credits: 1-2 credits per session

Cost: $35 per person (per session)

Location: Remote

Time: 1-2 hours per session

 

In-Person Recertification 

On-demand remote courses.

Credits: 4-8 credits per session

Cost: $130-175 per person (per session)

Location: Location varies by event

Time: 1-2 hours per session

PSEP Recertification Courses

Make an Appointment

Anyone needing to take an Oregon Department of Agriculture pesticide license exam can request an appointment at the testing center located in Hood River.

To schedule a testing appointment, contact Kris Schaedel at Hood River Soil & Water Conservation District:

kris@hoodriverswcd.org

(541) 386-4588

 

Private Applicator License Application

Upon passing the pesticide applicator exam, you will need to submit a Private Applicator License (PAL) Application Form.

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