Event information
Date
Location
Self-guided, online course
Contact
Jolene Warnke, , 612-626-2232
Pesticide safety precertification: Categories A/E/L/P- online
Precertification workshops help new pesticide applicators prepare for the certification exam. Take the online Canvas course at your own pace. You must schedule certification testing with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture after taking the course.
- A: Core
- E: Turf and Ornamental
- L: Mosquito, Black Fly, Tick Pest Control
- P: Vertebrate Pest Control
See our Precertification FAQs for answers to common questions.
For additional in-person and online training options, see the Commercial/Non-commercial Pesticide Safety page.
Audience
New pesticide applicators who need to certify in 2026, or currently licensed applicators who want to add a new license category.
Cost
$100 for each category. You may choose one or more categories at registration.
Registration
Registration closes December 1, 2026.
The Register button goes to the registration page. The registration page will provide more information about each workshop, including fees, deadlines, options, and refund and cancellation policies.
If you need technical assistance, including resetting passwords or finding your username or other login information, contact the Helpdesk at [email protected] or 612-301-4357.
Accommodations
University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. To request accommodations for persons with disabilities, reach out to the event contact two weeks before the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Language
This offering is delivered in English. Interpreter services may be available with an advance request.
About self-paced online training
- The link to access your course in Canvas can be found in your receipt email. You will use your guest account (email address) and the password you created during registration to log in to the course.
- No refunds are available after the purchase of an online course.
- Only one registered user is allowed per course.
- You will have course access until December 31, 2026, regardless of when you purchase it.