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Pesticide Training & Recertification

The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) 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.


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Testing for Montana Pesticide Applicators

The Montana Department of Agriculture offers free pesticide applicator examinations proctored at our seven field offices around the state. Applicators are encouraged to work with staff at their local MDA Field Office to arrange a testing time.

The MDA also offers computer-based exams through the Metro Institute Centers in Great Falls, Missoula, Bozeman, Butte, Helena, and Glendive. Exams taken through Metro Institute cost $58 a piece. Click here to sign up for examinations through Metro Institute.

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MDA Self-paced 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: 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

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MDA In Person Initial Core Training

Trainings and dates are being planned for the spring of 2024.

Stephen Vantassel presenting
MDA Recertification Training - In person

The Montana Rodent Academy

** This Training is Full **


8:30am-5pm Friday September 29 th, 2023
98 W. Custer Ave. Helena, MT 59602
The Bill Hamilton Building at the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds

The Montana Rodent Academy is a hands-on workshop that will cover mice biology and behavior, site inspections, trapping tools and placement, rodenticide selection, bait stations and exclusion materials and installation. Attendees will be on their feet working with vertebrate pest professionals to gain hands-on experience.

Due to the practical (hands-on) nature of the training, attendees are encouraged to bring the following items; work gloves, eye protection, hearing protection, a portable drill with assorted bits, hammer, screw driver and flashlight.

For questions, please contact Stephen Vantassel @ 406-538-3004


Fall Core Recertification Training

Fall core recertification training is designed for licensed applicators and operators. Six credits are available, and this year’s training includes a variety of topics including calibration, first aid, professionalism, calibration, rodenticides, water quality, and house mouse and structural vertebrate. There will be six locations across the state in which to attend the training.

For questions, please contact Beth Thomas at 406-444-3732.

Cost: $30.00

Time: 8:30 – 4:00 with one hour for lunch (12:00 to 1:00)
Dates and locations:

  • October 18 – Billings
  • October 19 – Belgrade
  • October 26 – Kalispell
  • October 27 – Missoula
  • October 30 – Butte
  • October 31 – Great Falls

RECERTIFICATION CREDITS AVAILABLE IN:
10-Dealer (6)
21-Aerial (3)
30-Agricultural Plant Pest Control (4)       
32-Agricultural Vertebrate Pest Control (6)
34-Ornamental and Turf Pest Control (6)       
35-Seed Treatment (6)
37-Right of Way Pest Control (4)       
38-Public Health Pest Control (6)       
39-Demonstration & Research Pest Control (6)   
40-Ind Inst Struct & Health Related (6)       
44-Special Utility (4)      
45-School IPM (4)       
50-Mosquito Abatement (3)       
55-Regulatory Weed (4)       
60-Private Agricultural Pest Control (6)

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The graphic gives general information about the trainings offered this fall. Please check back for additional details and registration information.

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MDA Recertification Webinar Series

No trainings are currently scheduled

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MDA Self-paced Online Recertification Courses

Note: The cost for each self-paced online recertification course is $20.  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.

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55-Regulatory Weed (1)
60-Private Agricultural Pest Control (1)

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34-Ornamental and Turf Pest Control (1)
35-Seed Treatment (1)
36-Aquatic Pest Control (1)
37-Right of Way Pest Control (1)
38-Public Health Pest Control (1)
39-Demonstration & Research Pest Control (1)
40-Ind Inst Struct & Health Related (1)
41-Wood Treatment (1)
42-Livestock Protection Collar (1)
43-Sodium Cyanide (M-44) (1)
44-Special Utility (1)
45-School IPM (1)
46-Piscicide (1)
50-Mosquito Abatement (1)
51-Predator (1)
54-Rodent (1)
55-Regulatory Weed (1)
56a-Sewer Treatment (1)
56b-Animal Contraceptive Vac. (1)
56c-Biocide Treatment (1)
60-Private Agricultural Pest Control (1)
61-Private Aquatic Pest Control (1)
62-Private Livestock Protection Collar (1)
63-Private Sodium cyanide (M-44) (1)

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37-Right of Way Pest Control (1)
38-Public Health Pest Control (1)
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40-Ind Inst Struct & Health Related (1)
41-Wood Treatment (1)
42-Livestock Protection Collar (1)
43-Sodium Cyanide (M-44) (1)
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45-School IPM (1)
46-Piscicide (1)
50-Mosquito Abatement (1)
51-Predator (1)
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55-Regulatory Weed (1)
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56b-Animal Contraceptive Vac. (1)
56c-Biocide Treatment (1)
60-Private Agricultural Pest Control (1)
61-Private Aquatic Pest Control (1)
62-Private Livestock Protection Collar (1)
63-Private Sodium cyanide (M-44) (1)

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40 - Ind Inst Struct & Health Related (1)
50 - Mosquito Abatement (1)
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46 - Piscicide (1)
38 - Public Health Pest Control (1)
55 - Regulatory Weed (1)
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41-Wood Treatment (1)
42-Livestock Protection Collar (1)
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41-Wood Treatment (1)
42-Livestock Protection Collar (1)
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56b-Animal Contraceptive Vac. (1)
56c-Biocide Treatment (1)
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61-Private Aquatic Pest Control (1)
62-Private Livestock Protection Collar (1)
63-Private Sodium cyanide (M-44) (1)

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33-Forest Pest Control (1)
34-Ornamental and Turf Pest Control (1)
35-Seed Treatment (1)
36-Aquatic Pest Control (1)
37-Right of Way Pest Control (1)
38-Public Health Pest Control (1)
39-Demonstration & Research Pest Control (1)
40-Ind Inst Struct & Health Related (1)
41-Wood Treatment (1)
42-Livestock Protection Collar (1)
43-Sodium Cyanide (M-44) (1)
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46-Piscicide (1)
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55-Regulatory Weed (1)
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56b-Animal Contraceptive Vac. (1)
56c-Biocide Treatment (1)
60-Private Agricultural Pest Control (1)
61-Private Aquatic Pest Control (1)
62-Private Livestock Protection Collar (1)
63-Private Sodium cyanide (M-44) (1)

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MDA Self-paced Initial Category Training - Coming Soon
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EPA - Approved Training Modules

Initial category preparatory courses are available at the Certified Training Institute and are intended to help prepare for category exams. Right-of-Way/Regulatory Weed, Ornamental and Turf, Mosquito Control, Wood-Destroying Pest, and General Structural Pest available.

Right-of-Way/Regulatory Weed
Ornamental and Turf
Mosquito Control
Wood-Destroying Pest
General Structural Pest

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Worker Protection Standards

The WPS protects employees on farms, forests, nurseries and greenhouses from occupational exposure to agricultural pesticides and covers two types of employees.

What type of Worker Protection Standard (WPS) Training must you Provide?

EPA - Ag Worker Protection Standard

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