Pesticide applicator certification in Nova Scotia is based on the National Standard for Pesticide Education Training and Certification in Canada.
- Individuals wishing to obtain their initial pesticide certification in Nova Scotia must pass the NSE pesticide certification exam(s). The required passing grade for each exam is 75%.
Commercial and Domestic Vendors need to pass a single exam. All other classes need to pass both Core exam and class specific exam. - Refer to the Nova Scotia Pesticide Certification Exam Schedule and submit an Application for Pesticide applicator Certification of Qualification.
- If all requirements are met and the application is approved, the certificate will be sent to the applicant by mail. Note: there is a maximum waiting period of 60 days, provided that all the items that must accompany the application have been received.
Pesticide Applicator certification is valid for 5 years. It can be renewed by writing an approved examination or by participating in Continuing Education Point Credit courses/events.
Nova Scotia may accept certification from other provinces/territories or other jurisdiction outside of Canada if they are equivalent to the Canadian National Standard – see Reciprocity Process
For more information on the pesticide examination, please click here.