Training and Certification

'Do I Need an Applicator License?'

Not sure if you need an applicator license? Not sure which type of applicator license you need? Answer a few questions and we'll point you in the right direction.

Will you be applying pesticides in ANY of the following capacities?
  • To control pests of turf and/or ornamental plants on a 'for hire' basis
  • To control pests of structures (homes, buildings, etc.) on a 'for hire' basis
  • To control outdoor disease vectors (e.g., mosquitoes) on behalf of a village, town, city, or county

('For hire' means that you or your employer offer pesticide application services for which clients can hire you. It does not mean you earn wages for applying pesticides.)

Additional Applicator Resources

Other Pesticide-Related Training: Information on product-specific training requirements and Worker Protection Standard (WPS) worker and handler training.

Drones and the Nebraska Pesticide Act (PDF 170 KB): Everything you need to know about the regulations surrounding drone pesticide applications in Nebraska.

Reciprocal Certification with Nebraska: Persons who live outside of Nebraska may obtain a license from the NDA if they hold valid credentials from a state, agency, or tribe with which the NDA has a reciprocal agreement.

Applicator Certification Plan in Indian Country: The U.S. EPA certifies private and commercial applicators to legally apply restricted-use pesticides in Indian Country.

Math for Pesticide Applicators: It's never a bad time to brush up on your pesticide math, especially if you are preparing for an applicator certification exam. These resources are meant to help.

Private Applicator Recordkeeping Resources: A collection of forms and information to help private applicators track their farm operations, keep their employees safe, and comply with federal regulations.

Pesticide Product Search: Database of pesticide products registered by the NDA for use in Nebraska. Search by product name, EPA Reg. No., active ingredient, approved site, pest controlled, etc.