West Virginia Department of Agriculture

West Virginia Pest Control Licensing

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Pest control licensing in West Virginia

Renewing your pest control license in West Virginia is straightforward when you understand the state's process. LearnPest offers state-approved continuing education courses that make renewal easy for technicians in West Virginia. This guide outlines the key steps, requirements, and resources you need to stay compliant and up to date.

How to renew your West Virginia pest control license

Renewal deadline · December 31 each year; the renewal window typically runs until April 1

  1. Confirm your license type and eligibility.

  2. Complete the WVDA renewal application.

  3. Complete required continuing education credits.

  4. Submit application and fees before the deadline.

Continuing education requirements

West Virginia requires continuing education hours by license type. Our bundles below are sized to satisfy these in a single sitting.

License typeRequired CEUsNotes
Commercial Applicator20 CCUs per category every 3 yearsLicenses and business registrations renew annually
Certified Public Applicator20 CCUs per category every 3 years
Private Applicator10 CCUs every 3 years
Registered Technician4 CCUs per yearRequired annually

West Virginia licensing fees

Direct from the state agency's published fee schedule. Use these to budget renewals and onboarding.

Licensing and Renewal Fees

  • Commercial Applicator (annual, expires Dec 31)$20.00
  • Licensed Pesticide Application Business (annual, expires Dec 31)$60.00
  • Registered Technician (annual, expires Dec 31)$20.00
  • Private Applicator (3 years)$10.00
  • Certified Public Applicator (3 years)$20.00

Here you can find the different license types available in West Virginia

  • Commercial Applicator

    Applies pesticides for hire.

  • Public Applicator

    Government employees applying pesticides.

  • Private Applicator

    Applies pesticides on agricultural property they own or manage.

  • Registered Technician

    Applies pesticides under supervision.

  • Commercial Applicator (Reciprocal)

    Out-of-state reciprocal license.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does my company need a separate license in West Virginia?

    Yes. Any firm applying pesticides for hire in West Virginia must hold a Licensed Pesticide Application Business (LPAB) license ($60.00) and provide proof of liability insurance ($300k/$100k limits).

  • When is the absolute deadline to renew in West Virginia?

    A West Virginia license expires on December 31, but the WVDA renewal window through the WVPlants portal typically remains open until April 1.

  • Can I earn my West Virginia credits online?

    Yes. West Virginia currently allows 100% of CCUs to be earned through approved online providers like LearnPest.

  • What is a Registered Technician in West Virginia?

    Any employee who is not a certified applicator but applies pesticides for a licensed West Virginia business must be registered and earn 4 CCUs annually.

Don’t just take our word for it:

  • Gold Crest Exterminators

    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

    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

    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.”

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