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How to Renew Your Alaska Pesticide Applicator License

Alaska pesticide applicators must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as required by Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Environmental Health - Pesticide Control Program.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Environmental Health - Pesticide Control Program rule on October 6, 2026.

CE hours
12 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Alaska pesticide applicators holding a license in one of these classes: Certified pesticide applicator (all categories, commercial), Private / personal-use applicator. Requirements are set by Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Environmental Health - Pesticide Control Program.

When to renew

Alaska pesticide applicators licenses renew every 3 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal.

The continuing education Alaska requires

Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Environmental Health - Pesticide Control Program requires 12 hours of approved continuing education every 3 years. The board does not mandate specific topics beyond the approved-course requirement.

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Alaska sets pesticide applicators requirements by license class (Certified pesticide applicator (all categories, commercial), Private / personal-use applicator). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Environmental Health - Pesticide Control Program requires 12 hours every 3 years. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Alaska pesticide applicators course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Alaska, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Environmental Health - Pesticide Control Program

    Submit your renewal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Environmental Health - Pesticide Control Program

Alaska pesticide applicator renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Alaska pesticide applicators need?
Alaska pesticide applicators must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as set by Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Environmental Health - Pesticide Control Program.
Which license classes does the Alaska pesticide applicators CE requirement apply to?
The 12 hours requirement applies to: Certified pesticide applicator (all categories, commercial), Private / personal-use applicator.
Can Alaska pesticide applicators complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Alaska requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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