View the schedule for upcoming pest control certification exams.

Apply to Take a Pest Control Exam

• Apply online
• Apply via paper application [ Adobe PDF Document ]

Exam Fees

The exam fee is $300 per category. The fee for Special Identification in the Fumigation category is $200.

Electronic Exams

There are two options for electronic examination: 

1. Everblue Remote (Personal computer, any location, 24/7-365)
2. Everblue In-Person. See a map of available Everblue in-person exam locations.

Prior to signing up for an exam, a voucher must be obtained from the AES Licensing Portal.

Everblue in-person electronic exams are available by appointment at testing centers located around the state. Remote testing via Everblue is available at any time. Sign up for either option using the FDACS scheduling site for Everblue exams located on the AES Licensing Portal. 

Everblue in-person electronic exams are available by appointment at testing centers located around the state. Remote testing via Everblue is available at any time. Sign up for either option using the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) scheduling site for Everblue exams located on the AES Licensing Portal. 

Paper Exams

Paper certification exams are administered by FDACS on designated free testing days. Locations and dates will be posted on this website. Registration for these exam events will be announced via email six to eight weeks prior to the exam event and will close two weeks prior to the testing event.

Approved exam applicants must bring their approved voucher number and government-issued photo identification with them to the exam site. No walk-ins are accepted. Proctoring fees are waived (application fees still apply). Advance registration is required.

Upcoming FDACS Free Exam Administration Days

• Location: FDACS, Farm Room Auditorium, 3125 Conner Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32399
• Dates: November 2-3, 2026
• Time: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Schedule an Exam: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/c12fce93e1634bcca86db47e6b33fbda (If the link doesn't take you directly to the registration form, please highlight, copy and directly paste the link into your browser’s search bar. This link will only be active until October 18, 2026.)

Important Notice:  If you pass the certification exam, certificate issuance (or add-on to an existing certificate) now occurs automatically.

Suggested Study Material

For All Exam Categories

• Chapter 482, Florida Statutes
• Chapter 5E-14, Florida Administrative Code
• Applying Pesticides Correctly — A Guide for Pesticide Applicators, Seventh Edition. Available at the UF/IFAS Bookstore.
• Manufacturers' use recommendations and label use directions and precautions for commonly used pesticides and safety equipment. May be obtained from suppliers.

For Fumigation and Special Fumigation Identification Card Exam

• Manufacturers' guides, manuals and labels: Use directions and precautions for commonly used fumigants and safety equipment. May be obtained from suppliers.

For General Household Pest and Rodent Control Exam

• General Household Pest Control, SM-47, IFAS. Available at the UF/IFAS Bookstore.

For Lawn and Ornamental Pest Control Exam

• Lawn and Ornamental Pest Management. Available at the UF/IFAS Bookstore.
• Identification Guide to Common Florida Lawn and Ornamental Weeds. Available at the UF/IFAS Bookstore.
• Florida-Friendly Best Management Practices for Protection of Water Resources by the Green Industries

For Termite and Other Wood-Destroying Organisms Control Exam

• Construction and Building Terms Relevant to a Pest Inspection [ 67.6 kB ]
• Wood-Destroying Organisms Applicator Training Manual, SM80. Available at the UF/IFAS Bookstore.