Mississippi Pesticide Applicator Continuing Education Requirements

• 5 hours

  of board-approved CE every 3 years

  2 license classes
  • Commercial applicator (certificate, 14 categories)
  • Pest control / weed control operator licence and permit holders (incl. structural) and registered technicians (RTID in WDI, GRC, FUM)

  Course for these classes is in board review.

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How renewal works

From course to renewed license in Mississippi

1. Step 1

   Pick the course for your license class

   Each course above is planned to the 5 hours and topics Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC), Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) - Pesticide Program requires.

2. Step 2

   Complete it online, at your pace

   Timed lessons and checkpoints record your seat time so the hours hold up to an audit.

3. Step 3

   Download your certificate instantly

   Your certificate lists the approved hours and completion date the moment you pass.

4. Step 4

   Renew with the board

   Keep your certificate — the board verifies completion on renewal or audit. Then renew every 3 years.

Questions Mississippi pesticide applicators ask

Frequently asked questions

How many continuing education hours do Mississippi pesticide applicators need?

Mississippi pesticide applicators must complete 5 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as set by Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC), Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) - Pesticide Program.

Which license classes does the Mississippi pesticide applicators CE requirement apply to?

The 5 hours requirement applies to: Commercial applicator (certificate, 14 categories), Pest control / weed control operator licence and permit holders (incl. structural) and registered technicians (RTID in WDI, GRC, FUM).

Can Mississippi pesticide applicators complete continuing education online?

Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Mississippi requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.