Nebraska Department of Agriculture
Nebraska Pest Control Licensing
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Complete Nebraska Certification Bundle
All courses required for Nebraska pest control certification.
8 Courses32 hours total$299Add to Cart
Renewal & Continuing Education Bundle
Required courses for license renewal and continuing education.
4 Courses16 hours total$149Add to Cart
Individual Courses
Pest control licensing in Nebraska
Renewing your pest control license in Nebraska is straightforward when you understand the state's process. LearnPest offers state-approved continuing education courses that make renewal easy for technicians in Nebraska. This guide outlines the key steps, requirements, and resources you need to stay compliant and up to date.
How to renew your Nebraska pest control license
Renewal deadline · April 15
Determine your license type: commercial, non-commercial, or private applicator.
Complete required training through NDA or University of Nebraska Extension.
Pass required exams (General Standards exam and at least one category exam; 70% passing).
Submit a license request form to NDA.
Pay the applicable fee ($90 for commercial applicators; private applicators $25 for 3-year license).
Maintain ongoing training and meet recertification timelines (every 3 years for private and commercial).
Continuing education requirements
Nebraska requires continuing education hours by license type. Our bundles above are sized to satisfy these in a single sitting.
| License type | Required CEUs | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Private Applicator | Recertify every 3 years | May complete training, self-study, or pass NDA exam |
| Commercial Applicator | Recertify every 3 years | Must attend training or retest in each category |
| Non-Commercial Applicator | Recertify every 3 years | Same categories and training as commercial applicators |
Nebraska licensing fees
Direct from the state agency's published fee schedule. Use these to budget renewals and certification.
Renewal and Late Fees
- Commercial License Fee$90
- Private Applicator License (3 years)$25
- Non-Commercial License$0
- Exam FeeIncluded with NDA testing requirements

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the law that governs pesticide use in Nebraska?
The Nebraska Pesticide Act, which allows NDA to regulate pesticide registration, transportation, storage, sales, use, and disposal.
How much does it cost to register pesticides in Nebraska?
$160 per registered product.
Do all pesticide applicators require certification?
Only those applying restricted-use pesticides or performing structural or lawn care applications for hire must be licensed.






