Private applicators who purchase and apply restricted-use pesticides must be certified and registered with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Pesticide Control Program. Commercial Applicator . The following is a description of the certification process for private and commercial applicators. This exam is based on information contained in the Private Applicator Training Manual and is a closed-book test. The Private Applicator Training Manual can be obtained from any county extension office.
Certification is valid for five years.
Once you are fully certified, you must keep up that certification. Commercial Applicator Certification Certification is a two-step process. This exam is based on information contained in the Core Training Manual and is a closed-book exam. The Core Training Manual can be obtained from any county extension.