According to a recent news dismissal from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development ( MDARD ) , pesticide applicators can now take their certification exams remotely through the Metro Institute . An emergency convention extend pesticide applier credentials whose permission give-up the ghost Dec. 31 , 2019 , or Dec. 31 , 2020 , to June 30 , 2021 . In addition to lead the expiration particular date , the rule give applicators six additional months to renew their certification via continuing education trend .
Brian Verhougstraete , MDARD ’s pesticide segment manager , said " Between online and in - person exam at Metro Institute ’s testing centers , there is presently a lot of accessibility . However , as the June 30 deadline approaches , we carry exam availableness to tighten up . We are strongly encouraging applicators to schedule their exam now . "
With the recent addition of remote examination , pesticide applicators now have three way they can regenerate their licenses .
1 . New : removed test through the Metro InstituteTo take a distant online test , applicant will need a data processor with a microphone and video camera , and a reliable in high spirits - speed internet connection . After an applier passes an exam , they straightaway get their results and are attest . The fee for on-line exams is $ 65 per test .
2 . Recertification credits at education seminarsMichigan State University Extension and Michigan State University have develop an on-line course for private and commercial pesticide applicators . This track is design for new documentation and those in need of further educational activity or credits . Those that complete the course will incur 12 RUP credits , individual sum and commercial substance . Course information and registration can be find at the MSU Extension Pesticide Training website .
In addition to the grade , the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast series offer one mention every Thursday from now until Sep. 23 , 2021 . Visit the MDARD website for a listing of seminar offering credits .
3 . Proctored exam at a Metro Institute siteIf you are screen via computer - base exams at an examination situation host by Metro Institute , the completed paper software must be printed and mailed with the appropriate covering fee via cheque or money order to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development , P.O. Box 30776 , Lansing , Michigan 48909 . Cash and acknowledgment cards are not go for .
