Alaska Pesticide Applicator License Exam Requirements
What Alaska's Core Exam is, who takes it, and what passes.
| Exam | Who takes it | Given by | Questions | Time | Pass | Fee | Sources checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Exam | Alaska certified pesticide applicator candidates | online testing centers around Alaska (paper exam by arranged proctor if needed), for DEC | Not published | 80 minutes | 70% on each of the three sections, in one sitting | testing centers generally charge $30 to $50 per test; $25 DEC fee after passing |
Which exams does an Alaska pesticide applicator take?
The Core Exam plus at least one category exam, each passed with 70% or better (DEC). You also must be at least 18 (18 AAC 90.305) and submit proof of liability insurance unless you designate as a private applicator (DEC).
What score passes?
At least 70% on each of the Core Exam's three sections, General Knowledge, State Regulations and Label Comprehension, all passed in the same sitting (DEC).
How long is the Core Exam, and can I bring anything?
Up to 1 hour 20 minutes. The proctor gives you a copy of the state pesticide regulations and handouts such as labels; a simple calculator and photo ID are allowed, and no other study materials (DEC). DEC doesn't publish the number of questions.
Where do I take it?
At online testing centers around Alaska after DEC approves your exam registration, within 100 days of approval; DEC tries to arrange a paper exam with a proctor if you can't reach a center (DEC).
What if I fail?
You may retake it the next day, but after three failures within a year you wait 12 months (DEC).