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Study Materials and Pre-Certification Training

Click here for optional online Pre-certification Training covering the General Standards.

Find study materials for Pesticide Applicators on the LSU AgCenter online store.

To order a National Pesticide Applicator Core Manual, 2nd Ed. in order to prepare to pass the exam needed to become a Certified Private Pesticide Applicator, click here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are a few frequently asked questions regarding the pesticide examinations.
Pesticide Certification Categories and Exam Study Materials

In order to apply or sell pesticides, an applicator must become certified by passing an exam.
Seed Treatment: A National Pesticide Applicator Study Manual

The purpose of this training manual is to provide study material for people interested in becoming a certified pesticide applicator in the seed treatment categ
Certification Types as defined by LDAF

Certification is required for any persons who apply pesticides in a commercial situation and for those selling or using restricted-use pesticides regardless of the area where they are being applied.

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