English Private Pesticide Applicator License Exam Preparation Course & Exam

This course will prepare course participants to take the Oregon Private Pesticide Applicators License exam. Following the course instruction, on the third day, participants will take the Oregon exam at the Pine Grove Grange .

**Please pick up your copy of "National Pesticide Applicator Certification Core Manual" and "Oregon Addendum" to prepare for the class. Copies are available for free at the HR SWCD office 3007 Experiment Station Dr. Hood River or contact Kris for assistance, we will happily mail you a copy if you are coming from far away!

541-386-4588 or [email protected]

This course will be instructed by Oregon State University Pesticide Safety and Education Program

This pre-certification training program will help learners be more prepared, efficient, and successful in passing the pesticide applicator certification exam in Oregon. Topics include laws/regulations, integrated pest management, personal protective equipment , reducing drift, pesticide label comprehension, protecting waterways, pesticide transport, storage, disposal, and more. Instructors will lead the class through summaries, exercises, and examples from the National Pesticide Applicator Certification Core Manual and the Oregon Addendum

Each participant will need to bring:

• An official government issued identification card with a picture
• A mailing address where they want their license sent (if they pass the exam)
• A social security number is NOT required but if you have one, please bring it
• Employer or company name
• *You must be at least 18 years of age to apply for a license and take the exam

Coffee, pastries, lunch, beverages, and snacks will be provided daily.

Course fees include the cost of the exam, preparation materials, course materials and food.

If you have questions, please contact Kris Schaedel at the Hood River SWCD 541-386-4588 or [email protected]

This class will fill up fast so please don’t delay! If it is already full, please sign up on the waiting list. We will offer more classes in the future.

This class is co-sponsored by the Hood River SWCD, OSU Extension and the Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers Association.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Pine Grove Grange, 2935 Van Horn Dr, Hood River, United States