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How To Get a NJDEP Pesticide License

Everyone looking to become a Licensed Pest Control Professional in the state of New Jersey MUST take the Basic Pesticide Training Course.  You can register for this course by clicking here.  

Once you have attended the Basic Pesticide Training Course in order to get an NJ DEP Pesticide Operators License, you need to mail in your Certificate of Attendance along with the Application for NJ DEP Pesticide Operator License to the address on the form.  Details on how to submit your paperwork can be found here

If you are looking to get your NJ DEP Pesticide Applicators License, then you will need to take the CORE Exam with the NJ DEP.  Instructions on how to schedule and exam can be found here.  

  • Monday, January 12, 2026 (9am-1pm ET) – Basic Pesticide Training Course for Core Certification – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

  • Friday, January 23, 2026 (9am-1pm ET)– Basic Pesticide Training Course for Core Certification – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

  • Monday, February 9, 2026 (9am-1pm ET)– Basic Pesticide Training Course for Core Certification – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

  • Wednesday, February 25, 2026 (9am-1pm ET)– Basic Pesticide Training Course for Core Certification – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
  • Monday, March 9, 2026 (9am-1pm ET)– Basic Pesticide Training Course for Core Certification – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

  • Wednesday, March 11, 2026 – NJDEP Category 8B (9am-1pm ET) (4-hour training class can be taken in lieu of 40 hrs of on-the-job training or for Re-Certification Credits) – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

  • Friday, March 27, 2026 (9am-1pm ET)– Basic Pesticide Training Course for Core Certification – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

How to become a Licensed Pest Control Professional in New Jersey.

Need Additional Category Classes in order to work towards your Pesticide Applicators License (Commercial / Household or Landscape)?     All of our upcoming classes are posted on our website.  You can click here to see all that we have to offer. 

Need a manual to study for your upcoming exam?  They are available from the Rutgers Extension Offices. Click here for details.