Recertification options for category pesticide applicator certification include which of the following?

• A. Attend an MDA approved category specific recertification workshop
• B. Re-test by taking the category certification exams and pay retest fees
• C. Both A and B
• D. There is no recertification option

Answer: (C)

Recertification can be earned through two common routes: participating in an MDA-approved category-specific recertification workshop, or re-taking the category certification exams and paying the retest fees. The workshop path provides the required continuing education credits and keeps you current with rules and best practices. The exam path demonstrates up-to-date knowledge by proving you can meet the standards again through testing. Minnesota allows either route to renew certification, so both options are valid ways to recertify.