Free License Tracking
Every license and expiration date in one place.
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Create free account- Full company applicator roster
- License expiration tracking and reminders
- Licenses verified against the state
- Unlimited technicians
Maryland Department of Agriculture
Maryland Pest Control Licensing
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Pricing for Pest Control Operators
Start free. Add unlimited continuing education for $695 a year per branch.
Every technician at the branch is covered, new hires included, with automatic state reporting and certificates stored permanently. Add AI field support for $299 a month when it launches.
Unlimited Continuing Education
Unlimited access to our entire library of state-approved courses for your entire branch.
$58/mo
$695 billed annually, per branch
Get started- Everything in Free License Tracking
- Unlimited CE courses for your team, every approved state
- Automatic state reporting
- Certificates stored permanently
- Multi-license tracking per applicator
New Hire Training & Field Support
Coming soonPersonalized AI trains new hires and applicators REAL TIME in the field.
$299/mo
billed annually, per branch
· or $349 month-to-month
- Everything in Unlimited Continuing Education
- Scout AI exam prep for new licenses
- Scout AI in your messaging apps for field questions
- New hire onboarding built from your own SOPs and labels
- Progress tracking for all employees
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One agreement, consolidated billing, volume pricing.
Content Optimization
Our team reviews and optimizes your onboarding content. Available at setup.
$1,000 per program
Everything that’s included
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Continuing Education
AI Field Support
Technician roster, unlimited technicians
License expiration tracking and reminders
Licenses verified against the state database
Unlimited CE courses
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Automatic state reporting
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Completion certificates and storage
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Scout AI exam prep
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Not included
Scout in Slack
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AI onboarding from your SOPs, labels and SDS
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Pest control licensing in Maryland
Renewing your pest control license in Maryland is straightforward when you understand the state's process. LearnPest offers state-approved continuing education courses that make renewal easy for technicians in Maryland. This guide outlines the key steps, requirements, and resources you need to stay compliant and up to date.
How to renew your Maryland pest control license
Renewal deadline · Renewal Deadlines: Business Licenses, Public Agency Permits, Not-for-Hire Licenses, Inactive Certificates: June 30. Private Applicator Licenses, Dealer Permits, Consultant Licenses: December 31.
Review your renewal postcard sent annually by MDA.
Visit the online renewal portal at https://egov.maryland.gov/mda/pesticides.
Select "I want to begin a license renewal application."
Enter your business license/permit number and renewal code.
Verify and update required business details.
Update and verify employee information.
Upload CEU certificates or select courses from the system.
Ensure each employee shows "Information Provided."
Proceed to Sign and Certify and re-enter the renewal code.
Submit payment through the secure payment page.
Once approved, print your renewed business license/permit and certificates.
Continuing education requirements
Maryland requires continuing education hours by license type. Our bundles below are sized to satisfy these in a single sitting.
| License type | Required CEUs | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Categories 1, 3, 7, 8, 9, 13 | 8 CEUs annually | Courses must be completed by 11:59 PM EST on June 30 |
| Categories 2, 5, 6 | 6 CEUs annually | |
| Category 10 | 4 CEUs annually | |
| Category 4 & 11 | 4 CEUs every 3 years | Applies to 3-year cycle |
| Private Applicator | 4 CEUs every 3 years | Must be completed in final year of certification |
| Core Credits | Varies | Core CEUs count toward all categories |
Maryland licensing fees
Direct from the state agency's published fee schedule. Use these to budget renewals and onboarding.
Costs and Fees for License Renewal
- Private Applicator Certificate$7
- Commercial Business License$150 annually
- Commercial Applicator Certification$75 + $25 per category
- Consultant License$150
- Consultant Certificate$75
- Not-For-Hire License$150
- Not-For-Hire Certification$75 + $25 per category
- Dealer Permit$25 annually
Here you can find the different license types available in Maryland
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I renew my pesticide license in Maryland?
Use the online portal at https://egov.maryland.gov/mda/pesticides and enter your license/permit number and renewal code.
How much does a Maryland pest control business license cost?
A pesticide business license costs $150 annually, plus proof of liability insurance.
What are the requirements to become a private applicator?
Be at least 16, pass the exam with 70%, pay $7 for certification, and complete 4 CEUs in the final year of the cycle.
Don’t just take our word for it:
Gold Crest Exterminators
“LearnPest continuing education courses are the BEST! This year I had to explore other companies who offer the required courses per the SPCB. I found LearnPest. I have been in business for 48+ years, and I have to say this was the least stressful of all. I would vouch for them 1000%. Thank you again, Caleb, you were so helpful.”
Mission Pest Control
“LearnPest has been a super useful tool for making license renewal a breeze. I love being able to just select the bundle for my license type with 1 click and always be sure I'm getting all the needed CEU's for my renewals! Super Easy!”
Moxie Pest Control
“So grateful I found LearnPest for my CEU hours. Not only for me but for my team. I've gone through multiple sites and this one by far has been the best and most convenient for me and my pest control company. Easy to use and great quiz questions. I will definitely be using them from now on.”