Pesticide Recertification

To maintain pesticide applicator certification, most states require you to recertify by attending a fully-approved, category-specific recertification session every two years. MAHSC has designed a program that allows you to receive your pesticide recertification for several states and categories all in one day of classes (see chart below for specifics). Detailed information on classes can be found on the CLASSES tab. This year’s speakers and topics include:

The Endangered Species Act: What Have We Learned – Joe Roman, Gund Institute for Ecological Economics, University of VT

Weed Watch: New Problems on Roadsides, Streambanks & In Turf – Debbie Dillion, Virginia Cooperative Extension

Ornamental & Turf Disease Updates – Mike Likins, Chesterfield County, Virginia

Invasives on the Menu: Aquatic Appetizers and Weedy Greens – Joe Roman, Gund Institute for Ecological Economics, University of VT

EPA & VDACS Legal Update – Douglas Edwards, Enforcement & Field Operations, VDACS

The Nose Knows: Detecting Invasive Species ( Who Let the Dogs Out?) – Monica Errico, APHIS – USDA, National Detector Dog Training Center & Rohan WIlliams, VDACS

Insect Baddies – What’s New Out There – Dan Nortman, Virginia Cooperative Extension

Protecting Thee and Me: Safe Pesticide Use – Lisa Sanderson, Virginia Cooperative Extension

Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013

8:00 am – 3:30 pm (Lunch on your own)

Registration fee:
$95 if received by Jan. 13, 2013
$130 if received between Jan. 14 – 20
$170 if received after Jan. 20

To recertify:

• Pay MAHSC registration
• Attend classes all day
• Fill out your paperwork correctly
• Pay renewal fees ( fees will be billed directly to you by your pesticide agency during your state’s renewal cycle)

You must attend the full day of classes to receive recertification. Latecomers will not be admitted; please arrive no later than 7:30 a.m. to allow time to complete the necessary forms. You will need your applicator number and/or Social Security Number.