West Virginia Department of Agriculture
West Virginia Pest Control Licensing
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Looking to renew your license? We’ve got you covered!
Browse the state-approved bundles and individual courses below.
Bundle Options
Renewal & Continuing Education Bundle
Required courses for license renewal and continuing education.
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Individual Courses
Integrated Pest Management (West Virginia) - 4 Credits
8A, 8B, 8E: 4 Credits
Pest Application and Use (West Virginia) - Up to 12 Credits
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8C, 8D, 9, 13, 14, 15: 4 Credits 8A, 8B, 11: 12 Credits 12: 6 Credits
Rules and Regulations (West Virginia) - 8 Credits
Categories 1 to 15: 8 Credits
Technical Branch #2: General Pest (West Virginia) - 4 Credits
8A, 8B, 8E: 4 Credits
Technical Branch #3: Wood-Destroying Organisms (West Virginia) - 4 Credits
8A, 8B, 11: 4 Credits
Technical Branch #1: Fumigation (West Virginia) - 6 Credits
8A, 8B, 8C, 11: 6 Credits
General Pest Control (Test)
Integrated Pest Management - 4 Hrs
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
Confirm your license type and eligibility.
Complete the WVDA renewal application.
Complete required continuing education credits.
Submit application and fees before the deadline.
Continuing education requirements
West Virginia requires continuing education hours by license type. Our bundles above are sized to satisfy these in a single sitting.
| License type | Required CEUs | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Applicator | 20 CCUs per category every 3 years | Licenses and business registrations renew annually |
| Certified Public Applicator | 20 CCUs per category every 3 years | |
| Private Applicator | 10 CCUs every 3 years | |
| Registered Technician | 4 CCUs per year | Required annually |
West Virginia licensing fees
Direct from the state agency's published fee schedule. Use these to budget renewals and certification.
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
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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.