Pesticide Training & Recertification

Testing for Montana Pesticide Applicators

Testing Opportunities for Montana Pesticide Applicator

The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is providing a new opportunity for pesticide applicators to take computer-based pesticide exams through the Metro Institute Centers .

The exams are computer-based and allow for instant exam results and analysis. The cost for computer-based pesticide exams taken through Metro Institute is $58. MDA will continue to proctor tests in person and applicators are encouraged to work with staff at their local MDA Field Office to arrange a testing time.

Click here to sign up for an computer-based pesticide exams through Metro Institute. Currently, testing facilities are available in Great Falls, Missoula, Bozeman, Butte, Helena, and Glendive with more cities to be added in the future

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The Montana Department of Agriculture approves all trainings for pesticide applicators and dealers regardless of location and license type. Generally, over 400 trainings are approved for Continuing Education Credits (CEs) each year. Some are sponsored by MDA, many are sponsored by industry, professional organizations, online training institutions, universities, and more.

Use the links below to find the information you need.

2022 Training Events Calendar

Self-paced Initial Core Training

Initial Core Training

After registering, allow at least one day for the link to send. If you register on a Friday or holiday, the link will be sent the following business day. No refunds.

Click here for Online Registration

For more information contact: Lisa Hixson 406.444.3732

This training is for Montana pesticide applicators and dealers. Initial Core Training is on pesticide safety and regulations and requirements for every certified applicator. This course is meant to provide training for initial certification. Recertification credits will not be available for attendance at this training. **Valid email is required for online training .

Course Fee: $50 (includes National Core manual and initial core packet)

NOTE: Core training is the foundational test for all licenses. Applicators also require successful testing in at least one category specific classification. For a list of classifications go to Pesticide-License-Program

In Person Initial Core Training

Initial Core Training is scheduled following locations:

Initial certification training covers an extensive amount of material and practical exercises to prepare students for the core exam. Testing is offered at the end of each training. Training fees do not include hotel accommodations. Room blocks have been established at each training location where available, as a courtesy to participants. Registration information will be sent out a week ahead of the training via email.

Class size is limited for each training. Registration closes 7 days before training or when full, whichever is first, and registration and fees must be received by that date. Classes may be canceled if minimum attendance is not met. Bring a photo ID to all trainings.

Cost is $75, includes core manual at check-in.

Class time is 8 a.m.-5 p.m. the first two days and testing starting at 8 a.m. the last day

Great Falls, March 16-18, 2022 - *** Closed ***
Great Falls College MSU
2100 16 ^th Ave. S, Great Falls, MT 59405
SpringHill Suites Great Falls (we will have a block of rooms at this location for participants)
Registration deadline: March 9, 2022

Billings, March 29-31, 2022 - *** Closed ***
Hampton Inn and Suites Billings West I-90
3550 Ember Lane, Billings, MT 59102
Registration deadline: March 23, 2022

Missoula, April 20-22, 2022 - *** Closed ***
Hilton Garden Inn Missoula
3720 N Reserve Street, Missoula, MT 59808
Registration deadline: March 13, 2022

For more information contact Lisa Hixson at 406.444.3732 or lisa.hixson@mt.gov

MDA Recertification Webinars

Note: Applicators must choose one of the times for each of the webinars. The afternoon and evening training courses are the same. If you register for both courses on the same day, you will only get credit for one. Cost for each webinar is $20. A Zoom link will be sent out, after registering. Allow at least one day for the link to send. If you register on a Friday or holiday, the link will be sent the following business day. No refunds.

Helpful Webinar Tips

Helpful tips for MDA Webinar trainings:

Register in advance for the webinars you wish to attend.
- See a training you’d like to participate in? Just click on the link to register
Additional information is also available in the MTPlants Course Locator . Select Webinar for the Meeting Type and enter (including asteri sks ) *March Initial Core Training* in the Meeting Name to pull up this specific training.
You may be automatically directed to download Zoom when registering for a training. This is a quick and easy process. While not required, you can sign up for a free Zoom account at: https://zoom.us/signup . For the fastest and smoothest process, download Zoom ahead of time. This will help you be prepared so that you don’t end up late to a training.
It’s a good idea to join your scheduled training(s) 5 minutes before the training begins.
Your license number is required to document attendance for any recertification training.

EPA-Approved Training Modules

Paraquat Dichloride Training for Certified Applicators

As required by EPA’s Paraquat Dichloride Human Health Mitigation Decision and amended paraquat dichloride (a.k.a. paraquat) product labels, certified applicators must successfully complete an EPA-approved training program before mixing, loading, and/or applying paraquat. The training provides important information about paraquat’s toxicity, new label requirements and restrictions, and the consequences of misuse.

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