Pesticide Applicator Certification Exam Prep Course
Event Details
Date
March 10, 2025
March 13, 2025
Time
8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location
In person at the Hudson Valley Research Lab
3357 Rt 9W
Highland, NY 12528
Cost
Registration : $20.00
(addl attendee $20.00 ea.)
Host
Eastern New York Commercial HorticulturePesticide Applicator Certification Exam Prep Course
Join ENYCHP specialists and NYSIPM for an in-depth review of topics covered on the NYS DEC pesticide applicator certification exam. This two-day course includes explanation of key concepts on the core exam, test-taking tips for the core and category exam, practice questions, and Q&A with instructors. Course materials, including program recordings, practice exams, and DEC materials will be available to registrants after the program. This training is geared toward certification categories 1A (agricultural plant), 21 (field and forage), 22 (fruit), and 23 (vegetable).
CORE and Category 22 or 23 manuals are available for FREE for participants. Limited supply, first come, first serve. If you would like a core or category manual please reach out to Anna Wallis directly aew232@cornell.edu.
Prior to attending, participants should:
- View the introductory 'How to Obtain a Pesticide Applicator License' webinar live on March 2 or via our recording posted on the ENYCHP YouTube page. Recording will be shared with individuals after they register.
- Obtain a copy of the Core Certification Training Manual for Pesticide Applicators and Technicians and appropriate category manual for category certification sought. Manuals are available to participants free of charge. Limited availability, first come first serve.
Apples
Apricots
Asparagus
Beets
Blueberries
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Cherries
Cucumbers
Dry Beans
Eggplant
Ethnic Vegetables
Garlic
Grapes
Horseradish
Kohlrabi
Leeks
Lettuce / Leafy Greens
Melons
Nectarines
Onions
Parsnips
Peaches
Pears
Peas
Peppers
Plums
Potatoes
Pumpkins / Gourds
Radishes
Raspberries / Blackberries
Rhubarb
Rutabaga
Snap Beans
Squash - Summer
Squash- Winter
Strawberries
Sweet Corn
Sweet Potatoes
Tomatoes
Turnips
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