This information covers requirements to become a commercial pesticide applicator in Alabama by reciprocity from a certifying state. States with an agreement are, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Mississippi, Ohio, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Alabama does not allow reciprocity for private applicator permits nor Auxin training.

Note: General Standards/CORE (GS) is required for all categories except Wood Treatment (WT), Ornamental and Turf Pest Control (OTPS), and Right-of-Way Pest Control (ROW). The Mode of Application (Ground and/or Aerial) must be certified as well, unless otherwise noted.

Requirements and Other Forms

Commercial Applicator Information

Visit the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries website, www.agi.alabama.gov/, for more information related to training test dates and any additional requirements needed to become certified.