North Carolina Pesticide Applicator License Exam Requirements
What North Carolina's pesticide Core exam is, who takes it, and what passes.
| Exam | Who takes it | Given by | Questions | Time | Pass | Fee | Sources checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core | North Carolina pesticide applicator and public operator license candidates | NCDA&CS, in person or online through Everblue | Not published | Not published | 70% | $50; online adds $26 |
Which exams does a North Carolina pesticide applicator take?
The Core exam plus the exam for each license category. Private applicator certification and the pesticide dealer license don't require the Core (NCDA&CS, Pesticide License and Category Types).
What score passes?
70 (02 NCAC 09L .0517).
How long is the exam?
NCDA&CS doesn't publish the number of questions or a time limit for the Core alone. NC State Extension says it has 100 questions, and an in-person session runs four hours for up to five exams (NCDA&CS, Pesticide Exams).
Who gives the exams?
NCDA&CS, in person at scheduled sessions, many after NC State Extension pesticide schools, or online with Everblue proctoring. All exams are closed book (NCDA&CS).
Does this cover structural pest control?
No. Structural pest control licenses come from NCDA&CS's Structural Pest Control program under a separate law with its own exams. This practice test is for the Pesticide Board's Core exam.