Arizona · Continuing education
Arizona Department of Agriculture CEU requirements
PMD oversees licensing for applicators and businesses that provide pest, termite, weed, public health, aquatic pest management, and structural fumigation services.
Licenses the Arizona Department of Agriculture issues
These are the Arizona credentials this agency licenses and recertifies.
Ornamental & Turf Pest Control
Applying restricted-use pesticides (RUPs) to ornamental plants and turf.
Aquatic Pest Control
Applying RUPs to standing or running water (non–public health).
Right-of-Way Pest Control
Applying RUPs along roadsides, powerlines, pipelines, and rights-of-way.
Industrial, Institutional & Structural Pest Control
Applying RUPs in homes, food establishments, hospitals, schools, and industrial facilities.
Public Health Pest Control
Using RUPs in government-sponsored public health programs.
Non-Soil Fumigation
Fumigating anything other than soil using an RUP.
Wood-Destroying Organisms License
Controlling pests that damage wood, such as termites.
Structural Pest Control License
Allows businesses to conduct structural pest control if they meet certification and licensing requirements.
Arizona Department of Agriculture continuing education hours
Hours required to renew a Arizona license issued by the Arizona Department of Agriculture. Courses have to be approved by this agency.
| License type | Required CEUs | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Applicator | 6 CEUs per year | Includes at least one hour for each certified category. |
| Qualified Applicator | 12 CEUs per year | Annual renewal; CEUs must be completed before May 31st. |
Renewing with the Arizona Department of Agriculture
Arizona renewal deadline · May 31st
Determine the type of license you need (Certified Applicator or Qualified Applicator).
Complete the required training. Qualified Applicator applicants must have 24 months of experience as a certified applicator.
Pass the licensing exam with a score of 75% or higher. Exam fees are $55 for Certified Applicators and $75 for Qualified Applicators.
Submit your application through the Arizona Department of Agriculture's Online Licensing and Payment System, including training proof and required documents.
Maintain continuing education to stay current with Arizona requirements.
Adhere to state regulations, keep pesticide application records, and follow safety protocols.
Arizona Department of Agriculture fees
Paid directly to the agency, not to LearnPest. We never mark up a state fee.
Applicator Certification
- New$55
- Broaden$0
- Renewal (1 year)$55
- Renewal (2 year)$99
- Renewal Late Fee$5.50
- Duplicate Certificate$10
Business Licenses
- New$185
- Renewal (1 year)$185
- Renewal (2 year)$333
- Renewal Late Fee$18.50
- Monthly Late Fee$15
- Duplicate License$10
Branch Office
- New Branch Office$35
- Branch Office Renewal (1 year)$35
- Branch Office Renewal (2 year)$63
- Branch Office Renewal Late Fee$3.50
- New Branch Supervisor Registration$15
- Branch Supervisor Registration Renewal$0
TARFs
- eTARF (0–30 days)$2
- eTARF Late Fee$2
- Paper TARF$8
- Paper Late Fee$8
Qualified Applicator Certification
- New$75
- Broaden$15
- Renewal (1 year)$75
- Renewal (2 year)$135
- Renewal Late Fee$7.50
- Duplicate Certificate$10
Qualifying Party Registration
- New$35
- Broaden$15
- Renewal (1 or 2 year)$0
- Temporary Qualifying Party (New/Renew)$75
Other Fees
- Public Information RequestVaries
- Civil PenaltiesVaries
- Application Handling Fee$10
- Resale Handling Fee$3.50
- NSF/Reprocessing Fee$15
Earn your Arizona Department of Agriculture hours with LearnPest
LearnPest sells state-approved Arizona continuing education courses and bundles, stores every certificate, and reports your completions to the Arizona Department of Agriculture. Prices, bundles and plans are on the Arizona pages.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many continuing education hours does the Arizona Department of Agriculture require?
The Arizona Department of Agriculture sets continuing education hours by license type for Arizona: Certified Applicator — 6 CEUs per year; and Qualified Applicator — 12 CEUs per year. Hours must come from courses the Arizona Department of Agriculture has approved. LearnPest sells state-approved Arizona CEU courses and bundles for these license types, stores every certificate, and reports your completions to the Arizona Department of Agriculture for you.
When do I have to renew my Arizona pest control license with the Arizona Department of Agriculture?
The Arizona Department of Agriculture renewal deadline for Arizona is: May 31st. Determine the type of license you need (Certified Applicator or Qualified Applicator). LearnPest tracks that Arizona deadline for you, reminds you before it, and keeps every Arizona Department of Agriculture CEU certificate you earn in one place.
How much does it cost to renew a Arizona license with the Arizona Department of Agriculture?
The Arizona Department of Agriculture charges these Arizona fees: New — $55; Broaden — $0; Renewal (1 year) — $55; Renewal (2 year) — $99; and Renewal Late Fee — $5.50. Those fees go to the Arizona Department of Agriculture, not to LearnPest — we never mark up a state fee. LearnPest charges separately for the Arizona continuing education courses that renewal requires.
Who regulates pest control licensing in Arizona?
PMD oversees licensing for applicators and businesses that provide pest, termite, weed, public health, aquatic pest management, and structural fumigation services. LearnPest is a continuing education provider for Arizona and reports completions to the Arizona Department of Agriculture on your behalf.
Where can I look up a Arizona pest control license?
The Arizona Department of Agriculture publishes a public Arizona license lookup at https://opm.azda.gov/PCProfSearch.php. Use it to confirm your own license status, a coworker's, or a contractor's before hiring. LearnPest keeps your Arizona CEU certificates and completion records alongside your license details so you can answer an audit without digging.