ODA Pesticide Licensing Information
Explore OREGON licensing requirements, fees, exam resources and study materials, renewal and recertification info, etc.
WSDA Pesticide Licensing Information
Explore WASHINGTON licensing requirements, fees, exam resources and study materials, renewal and recertification info, etc.
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.
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.
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.
Private Applicator License Application
Reciprocal license applicants need to submit a Private Applicator License (PAL) Application Form.
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.
Washington State Reciprocal License
To transfer an Oregon pesticide license to Washington, see WSDA’s reciprocal licensing information.
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
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.
Oregon Core Manual Addendum - English
Download the Oregon Core Manual Addendum (in English) for use when taking the Oregon private pesticide applicator exam.
Oregon Core Manual Addendum - Spanish
Download the Oregon Core Manual Addendum (in Spanish) for use when taking the Oregon private pesticide applicator exam.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Additional Math Practice
Find additional math practice here to prepare for the pesticide applicators exam.
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
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.