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Pest Control
Total cost: $130
Governing Authority
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (Division of Environmental Health, Pesticide Control Program)
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License Categories
Yes
Exam Required?
8 hrs
CE Hours
$130
Total Initial Fees
Not Required
Experience
Required
EPA Certification
Alaska offers 3 pest control license categories. Available: General Pest Control, Fumigation, Right-of-Way. Choose the category that matches the services you plan to provide.
Pass the Alaska pest control licensing exam. Administered by State-administered through DEC; exams at approved testing centers. Format: Multiple choice, closed book; all 3 sections of Core must be passed in one sitting. Passing score: 70%. Exam categories: Core Exam, Category-specific exams. Exam fee: $30-$50 per test (paid to testing center).
Obtain EPA certification for applying restricted-use pesticides. Categories: Category 7 - Industrial/Institutional/Structural, Category 3 - Turf and Ornamental. Federal EPA certification is required for any applicator using restricted-use pesticides. State certification covers general-use pesticides.
Obtain general liability insurance (minimum Required for commercial applicators; amount varies) as required by Alaska.
Submit your application to the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (Division of Environmental Health, Pesticide Control Program). Application fee: $25 DEC certification fee (invoiced after passing exams). Technician license fee: $25. Operator license fee: $25. Total initial fees: $130.
Alaska requires a separate business license for pest control companies. Requirements: Employ at least one certified applicator, Obtain liability insurance, Register business with state. Business license fee: $50.
Renew your license every 5 years. 8 CE hours required per renewal cycle. Renewal fee: $25.
Total Initial Licensing Fees
$130
Includes application, exam,
and license fees
Application Fee
$25 DEC certification fee (invoiced after passing exams)
Exam Fee
$30-$50 per test (paid to testing center)
Technician License
$25
Operator License
$25
Business License
$50
Renewal Fee
$25
5 years
Additional costs: General liability insurance (min. Required for commercial applicators; amount varies) may also be required.
Exam required
No separate exam
Additional Training
VerifiedNot applicable in Alaska due to climate
Exam required
Additional Training
VerifiedAdditional fumigation safety training required
Exam required
State-certified pesticide applicator authorized to apply pesticides commercially or privately
Requirements
Business registration required for commercial pest control operations
Requirements
Exam Requirements
VerifiedState Exam Required
Examination Requirement
Exam Categories
Exam Provider
State-administered through DEC; exams at approved testing centers
Passing Score
70%
Exam Format
Multiple choice, closed book; all 3 sections of Core must be passed in one sitting
Retake Policy
May retake after waiting period
Overall licensing difficulty: 1/100
Study recommendation: 1–2 weeks of focused review is usually sufficient
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No experience required
No formal experience requirement; must pass exams
Experience Required
Supervision Details
Uncertified individuals must work under direct supervision of a certified applicator
Not Required
Training
Approved Programs
University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service provides study materials and training
EPA certification required
EPA Categories
Details
Federal EPA certification is required for any applicator using restricted-use pesticides. State certification covers general-use pesticides.
Required
GL Insurance
Min: Required for commercial applicators; amount varies
Not Required
Surety Bond
Required
Business License
Yes
Separate from Individual
Requirements
Not sure if you need a pest control license? Check whether your state requires one.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee | $25 DEC certification fee (invoiced after passing exams) |
Exam Fee | $30-$50 per test (paid to testing center) |
Technician License Fee | $25 |
Operator License Fee | $25 |
Business License Fee | $50 |
Renewal Fee | $25 |
Total Initial Fees Total varies based on categories and license type | $130 |
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Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified5 years
Renewal Period
8 hrs
CE Hours Required
CE Categories
Renewal Fee
$25
Regulatory Board
Pest control licenses must be renewed on schedule. Most states require continuing education covering integrated pest management, pesticide safety, environmental regulations, and applicable state/federal law updates.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedDoes Not Accept Out-of-State Credentials
Transfer Details
Alaska does not offer reciprocity; all applicators must pass Alaska exams.
Pest control license reciprocity varies by state. Some states accept credentials from other states with equivalent requirements, while others require applicants to pass the state exam regardless of prior certification.
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IPM not specifically mandated
Details
IPM is encouraged but not mandated.
Additional certification required for RUP
Requirements
Must obtain state certification to apply restricted-use pesticides. Core and category exams required.
Alaska is one of few states where the Department of Environmental Conservation regulates pest control rather than agriculture. Termite/WDO control is not applicable due to the cold climate. All 3 Core Exam sections must be passed in a single sitting.
Alaska DEC regulates pest control rather than the agriculture department.
Termite/WDO is not applicable due to Alaska's climate.
All 3 sections of the Core Exam must be passed in one sitting.
Certification is valid for 5 years.
There is no interstate compact for pest control operators. EPA restricted-use pesticide certification is a separate federal requirement.
Pest Control requirements in nearby states
| State | Total Cost | Timeline | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska (you) | $130 | 4–20 wks | |
| Washington | $575 | 4–20 wks | → |
| Hawaii | $400 | 4–20 wks | → |
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Alaska requires passing a state exam for pest control licensing. EPA certification is also required. All licensing is managed through the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (Division of Environmental Health, Pesticide Control Program).
Requirements vary by state and license category. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.