All training dates (except March 16) prepare for the following exams:

• Core• Ornamental Weed Control (Category 6c)• Industrial Vegetation (Category 5) or Turfgrass

(Category 8) - Must choose one.Trained Servicepersons: Unlike in-person courses, online webinars do not qualify as trained serviceperson training.

Two day course March 16–March 17

Prepare with subject experts for the category test that includes:

• bed bugs• rodents• ants

• cockroaches• other structural pests

Core training is included in two-day course.

Receive Training for Following Categories

General Pest (Category 10a) Training

Online Webinars

The application for a pesticide license requires a separate $35 fee to be paid to the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA). You will then receive study materials for core and any categories you select. Receiving study materials requires this additional step. Allow 4-8 weeks for delivery.Testing is not available online. Contact the ODA to sign up for an exam.ODA Pesticide and Fertilizer Section 614-728-6987

Helpful Notes

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION

2021 New Pesticide Applicator Training

Pesticide Safety Education ProgramOhio State University Extension

256 Howlett Hall2001 Fyffe Court

Columbus, OH 43210Phone: 614-292-4070

email: pested@osu.eduVisit us online at: pested.osu.edu

CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information, visit cfaesdiversity.osu.edu. For an accessible format of this publication, visit cfaes.osu.edu/accessibility.

If you have any questions regarding disability access, dietary needs, requesting a sign language

interpreter, or other accommodations, please call 614-292-4070 at least two weeks prior to the

Pesticide Safety Training class.

There is a $25 processing charge per registrant for any cancellation, including Purchase Orders. No-shows must notify the registrar within two weeks of a missed

course: reschedule for a 2021 course OR request a refund. No refunds will be issued after more than two weeks from the missed session. There is a $30 fee for

returned checks.

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The February–May trainings will be held as online webinars.

• Provide a valid participant email address.• You will receive a link to the webinar the Monday

before the meeting.The August and October locations are TBA. Check our webpage for updates.

General Pest Control: March 16-17

Photo by: Dr. David Shetlar

Pesticide Safety Training – Register online at pested.osu.edu or fill out and mail in the registration form below. Credit card payments are only available online.

Name:

Company:

Billing Address:

Mailing Address (if different)

Participant e-mail:

Phone number: ( )

Training for 10a – General Pest ControlMarch 16 – 17

March 16, 20219:00 Registration Opens

9:30-4:30 Identification, biology, and control methods of structural pests (10a)

March 17, 20218:30 Registration Opens

9:00-12:15 Core

1:00-2:00 General Pest Review

Adjourn

____ $55 – March 16 only____ $110 – March 16 and March 17 Please note that category 10a does not include termites.

Select Payment Type: (Make checks payable to WalCom Registration Services)____ Check# __________________________________ Check Amount $ _____________________________ Purchase Order (W-9 Available online at pested.osu.edu) P.O. # ________________________________ Agency: ______________________________________

Program Content Questions:Training conducted by: Pesticide Safety Education Program

Ohio State University Extensionpested.osu.edu • 614-292-4070

Register Online to Pay with Credit Card:pested.osu.edu

Registration Questions – WalCom Registration Services:Phone: 740-524-4123

Mail form and payment to:WalCom Registration Services

6780 Heverlo RoadSunbury, OH 43074Fax: 614-448-4098

Course LocationsFebruary - May will be held as online webinars

(provide a valid participant email address)

If possible, August and October classes will be held at:

Ohio Department of Agriculture, Bromfield Administration Building

8995 East Main Street; Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068Check pested.osu.edu for location updates.

New Pesticide Applicator TrainingsMorning Session – Exam overview of Core topicsAfternoon Session – Categories 6c; 5 or 8

___ February 17, 2021 ___ $35 Morning Session(Online Webinar) ___ $25 Afternoon Session

___ March 17, 2021 ___ $35 Morning Session(Online Webinar) ___ $25 Afternoon Session

___ April 21, 2021 ___ $35 Morning Session(Online Webinar) ___ $25 Afternoon Session

___ May 12, 2021 ___ $35 Morning Session(Online Webinar) ___ $25 Afternoon Session

___ August 18, 2021 ___ $35 Morning Session(Location TBA) ___ $25 Afternoon Session

___ October 6, 2021 ___ $35 Morning Session(Location TBA) ___ $25 Afternoon Session

NOTE: Applying for this course will NOT deliver you study materials. To receive study materials, you must apply for your license with the Ohio Department of Agriculture. After applying, allow 4-8 weeks for delivery.

New Pesticide Applicator Training Classes (Core and Categories 6c, 5, and 8) will be offered

• February 17, 2021• March 17, 2021• April 21, 2021

• May 12, 2021• August 18, 2021• October 6, 2021

Schedule:8:30 Registration Opens — log in 9:00 Morning Class — Exam overview of core topics12:15 Lunch Break 1:00 Afternoon Class

The afternoon class provides an overview of concepts that are a significant portion of the exam for Category 6C. Breakout sessions are available for Categories 5 and 8.

3:30 Adjourn

Category 10a – General Pest Control Training will be offered March 16-17

• March 16 – 9:30-4:30 Pest identification, biology and control methods

• March 17 – 9:00-2:00 Core Training and General Pest Review

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