(Optional) Obtain pesticide applicator certification.

Obtaining should include

• studying materials on the Virginia Private Pesticide Applicator exam
• exploring state law and United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations related to pesticides
• age considerations
• taking the Virginia Private Pesticide Applicator exam.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are the major categories for commercial applicator certification in Virginia?
• Why must a person who applies pesticides have a pesticide license?
• How can one obtain a private or commercial pesticide license?
• What is the difference between a Private Pesticide Applicator license and a Commercial Pesticide Applicator license?
• What are the differences in a restricted-use and a non-restricted-use pesticide?