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English language Private Pesticide Applicator’s License Exam Preparation Class and the Exam
Class: November 17th-18th 2026, 8am-5pm (7 Core Pesticide Credits available each day.)
Exam: November 19th, 2026
Location: OSU Extension Center in Hood River (2995 Experiment Station Dr., Hood River)
Cost: $0-$85* sliding scale
* We do not want cost to be a barrier to people participating. If you can pay the full asking amount, please do. Otherwise, there are discounted and free ticket options available. Our priority is participation and education.
This course will prepare participants to take the Oregon Private Pesticide Applicators License exam. Following two days of course instruction, participants will have the opportunity to take the Oregon exam in person at the OSU Extension Center on the third day.
**Please pick up your copy of “National Pesticide Applicator Certification Core Manual” and “Oregon Addendum” to prepare for the class. Copies are available for free at the HR SWCD office 3007 Experiment Station Dr., Hood River or contact Kris for assistance, we will happily mail you a copy if you are coming from far away! Contact Kris by phone at 541-386-4588 or email at: kris@hoodriverswcd.org
This course will be instructed by David Spink from Chemeketa Community College. This pre-certification training program will help learners be more prepared, efficient, and successful in passing the pesticide applicator certification exam in Oregon. Topics include laws/regulations, integrated pest management, personal protective equipment , reducing drift, pesticide label comprehension, protecting waterways, pesticide transport, storage, disposal, and more. Instructors will lead the class through summaries, exercises, and examples from the National Pesticide Applicator Certification Core Manual and the Oregon Addendum.
Each participant will need to bring:
· An official government issued identification card with a picture
· A mailing address where they want their license sent (if they pass the exam)
· A social security number is NOT required but if you have one, please bring it
· Employer or company name
*You must be at least 18 years of age to apply for a license and take the exam
Coffee, pastries, lunch, beverages, and snacks will be provided daily.
Course fees include the cost of the exam, preparation materials, course materials and food.
If you have questions, please contact Kris Schaedel at the Hood River SWCD 541-386-4588 or kris@hoodriverswcd.org
This class is co-sponsored by the Hood River SWCD, OSU Extension and the Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers Association.
