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How to Renew Your Kentucky Pesticide Applicator License

Kentucky pesticide applicators must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as required by Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA), Division of Environmental Services - Agriculture Branch and Structural Pest Control Branch.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA), Division of Environmental Services - Agriculture Branch and Structural Pest Control Branch 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 Kentucky pesticide applicators holding a Commercial / noncommercial applicator (all categories, incl. structural 7a / 7b) license. Requirements are set by Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA), Division of Environmental Services - Agriculture Branch and Structural Pest Control Branch.

When to renew

Kentucky 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 Kentucky requires

Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA), Division of Environmental Services - Agriculture Branch and Structural Pest Control Branch 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

    Kentucky sets pesticide applicators requirements by license class (Commercial / noncommercial applicator (all categories, incl. structural 7a / 7b)). 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

    Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA), Division of Environmental Services - Agriculture Branch and Structural Pest Control Branch requires 12 hours every 3 years. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA), Division of Environmental Services - Agriculture Branch and Structural Pest Control Branch

    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 Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA), Division of Environmental Services - Agriculture Branch and Structural Pest Control Branch

Kentucky pesticide applicator renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Kentucky pesticide applicators need?
Kentucky pesticide applicators must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as set by Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA), Division of Environmental Services - Agriculture Branch and Structural Pest Control Branch.
Which license classes does the Kentucky pesticide applicators CE requirement apply to?
The 12 hours requirement applies to: Commercial / noncommercial applicator (all categories, incl. structural 7a / 7b).
Can Kentucky pesticide applicators complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Kentucky requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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