Getting Started for Pesticide Applicators

Looking to get a pesticide applicator license? Here are a few resources that can help:

Agricultural

If you will be applying pesticides for agricultural related purposes or for parks, athletic fields, or golf courses, see Agricultural and Related Pest Control Applicator License Classifications under the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Structural

If you will be applying pesticides for non-agricultural purposes, see Licensing of Structural Pesticide Applicators in Florida.

Public Health

If you will be applying pesticides for public health purposes, see Licensing of Public Health Pest Control Applicators in Florida.

For a quick list of all types of licenses, see the Certification & License Requirements Chart from FDACS.

The Law

State and federal laws require anyone using Restricted Use Pesticides to be certified or work under the direct supervision of a certified applicator. Pesticide applicator licenses and certifications are issued by the Bureau of Licensing and Enforcement of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service (FDACS), Division of Agricultural Environmental Services (AES), under the following Florida Statutes and Codes:

For comprehensive information on licensing and regulations, see:

If you still have questions about licensing and certification after checking these resources, you can contact FDACS at (850) 617-7850.

Other Pesticide Related Laws and Regulations: