Commercial, Public Agency and Consultant Applicator Recertification Requirements and Listing of Approved Recertification Sessions

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Maryland requires every commercial applicator (even an out-of-state applicator who was certified based on reciprocity - refer to definition at the end) to attend re-certification training each year between July 1 and June 30 in order to renew his certificate. If an applicator is certified in multiple categories he must attend re-certification for each category in which he is certified. The training does not have to be held in Maryland. In order for a meeting to qualify for re-certification credit in Maryland, it must be submitted to the Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) for approval as a re-certification meeting. (Note: Before a meeting can be advertised for re-certification training in Maryland it must be submitted to MDA at least 2 weeks prior to the meeting and be approved). If the meeting has not been submitted by the meeting sponsor for re-certification credit in Maryland, a copy of the meeting agenda can be submitted by the applicator to MDA for approval. In order to become re-certified, an individual must obtain the following credits on an annual basis: Categories 1, 3, 7, 8, and 9 and 13 must receive 8 credits; Categories 2, 5, and 6 must receive 6 credits; Category 10 must attend re-certification training that pertains to the area of their work. All other categories are determined on a case by case basis. (1 credit is equal to one half hour of training.)

In order for a meeting to receive re-certification credit, it must cover new laws, regulations or policies along with new pest control or pesticide technology. Integrated pest management (IPM) principles and methodologies should be incorporated into the program along with a combination of the following topics: pesticide safety; environmental concerns; pest biology; control techniques; storage; and disposal. Sponsors of the re-certification sessions must ensure that individuals needing re-certification credit attend the appropriate sessions and submit documentation to MDA that each individual has satisfied the training requirements. Documentation includes each participant's name, social security number and certificate number. If the meeting was not submitted by the sponsor, documentation of attendance must be supplied to MDA by the applicator. Certificates of completion or similar documentation can be used.

Upon submission of proof of training, MDA will update the certified applicator's training records and a renewal form will be mailed to the applicator in April. If a certified applicator does not attend re-certification training, or provide MDA with proof of attendance, the applicator will have to retake the certification exams by June 30 in order to renew the certificate.

The following is a list of meetings that have been approved by MDA, as of the date listed, for re-certification credit in Maryland. NOTE: It is the applicators responsibility to ensure that the proper documentation i s completed at the re-certification session, and submitted to MDA for credits to be awarded.

RECIPROCITY

Reciprocity is a one-time method for a nonresident of Maryland to obtain certification in Maryland. Certification is based on the applicant taking the certification exams in their current state of residency. To become certified based on reciprocity, a copy of a current certificate from the applicant's current state of residency and a copy of a driver's license must be submitted. Upon approval, the applicant will be notified concerning payment of the necessary fees. Once the applicator becomes certified in Maryland, one must comply with Maryland's laws, regulations and training requirements.

NOTE: A business license or certificate is not considered valid until all the requirements are satisfied and MDA receives the appropriate fees and renewal forms.

List of Approved Re-certification Training Sessions for 2011/2012

May 1, 2012

NOTE:
Those Individuals Certified in Category 10 Can Receive Recertification Credit by Attending Any Approved Session That Pertains to Your Area of Expertise.

NOTE:
Those Individuals Certified in Category 12 Receive Recertification Credit by Attending Any Approved Session That Pertains to Their Area of Expertise.

NOTE:
Applicators Certified in the Following Categories WILL NOT BE REQUIRED to Attend Recertification Training During the 2010/2011 License Year - Category 1C (Grain Treatment) 11A (Wood Treatment) and 11B Tributyltin Antifoulant Paint (TBT).

Click on the categories below to go directly to the current listing of re-certification sessions:

CATEGORY 1 - AGRICULTURAL
NO SESSIONS SUBMITTED AT THIS TIME
CATEGORY 2 - FOREST
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 2 3C 6
Start Date: 6/12/12
End Date: 6/12/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Weeds and Control
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
CATEGORY 3 - ORNAMENTAL and TURF
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/3/12
End Date: 5/3/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Environmental Consequences
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/8/12
End Date: 5/8/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Laws and Professional Conduct
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
Category: 3AC 6 10
Start Date: 5/9/12
End Date: 5/9/12
Description: Longwood Gardens Continuing Education Classes - Weed Identification Walk
Location: Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square, PA
Contact: Longwood Continuing Education
Phone: 610/388-1000 Ext. 516
Internet: www.longwoodlearning.org
Category: 3C 10
Start Date: 5/9/12
End Date: 5/9/12
Description: Longwood Gardens Continuing Education Classes - Tips for Turf Diagnosis: Insect and Disease Management
Location: Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square, PA
Contact: Longwood Continuing Education
Phone: 610/388-1000 Ext. 516
Internet: www.longwoodlearning.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/10/12
End Date: 5/10/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Pesticide Transport, Storage and Emergency Response
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/14/12
End Date: 5/14/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Pest Management
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/15/12
End Date: 5/15/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Application Methods
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/17/12
End Date: 5/17/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Labels and MSDS
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/21/12
End Date: 5/21/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Formulations
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
Category: 3AC 5 6 8 10
Start Date: 5/22/12
End Date: 5/22/12
Description: Virginia Turfgrass Council's Pesticide Recertification Session
Location: Gypsy Hill Park - Gymnasium
Staunton, VA
Contact: Virginia Turfgrass Council
Phone: 757/464-1004
Internet: www.vaturf.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/22/12
End Date: 5/22/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - PPE
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
Category: 3A 10
Start Date: 5/24/12
End Date: 5/24/12
Description: Longwood Gardens Continuing Education Classes - Plant Disease Identification
Location: Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square, PA
Contact: Longwood Continuing Education
Phone: 610/388-1000 Ext. 516
Internet: www.longwoodlearning.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/24/12
End Date: 5/24/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Chemical Hazard
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/31/12
End Date: 5/31/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Laws and Professional Conduct
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
Category: 2 3AC 5 6 10
Start Date: 6/8/12
End Date: 6/8/12
Description: University of Maryland Cooperative Extension's 15th Annual Procrastinator's Pesticide Recertification Conference
Location: Montgomery County Agricultural History Farm Park
Derwood, MD
Contact: Montgomery County Extension-Chuck Schuster
Phone: 301/590-2807
Category: 3AC 5 6 8 10
Start Date: 6/12/12
End Date: 6/12/12
Description: Virginia Turfgrass Council's Pesticide Recertification Session
Location: Hampton Roads AREC
Virginia Beach, VA
Contact: Virginia Turfgrass Council
Phone: 757/464-1004
Internet: www.vaturf.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 2 3C 6
Start Date: 6/12/12
End Date: 6/12/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Weeds and Control
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 6/13/12
End Date: 6/13/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Pesticide Transport, Storage and Emergency Response
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
Category: 3A 10
Start Date: 6/14/12
End Date: 6/14/12
Description: Longwood Gardens Continuing Education Classes - Pest Identification
Location: Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square, PA
Contact: Longwood Continuing Education
Phone: 610/388-1000 Ext. 516
Internet: www.longwoodlearning.org
Category: 3A 10
Start Date: 6/14/12
End Date: 6/14/12
Description: Longwood Gardens Continuing Education Classes - Plant Disease Identification
Location: Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square, PA
Contact: Longwood Continuing Education
Phone: 610/388-1000 Ext. 516
Internet: www.longwoodlearning.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 6/14/12
End Date: 6/14/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Formulations
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 6/18/12
End Date: 6/18/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Environmental Consequences
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
Category: 2 3AC 6 7C 8 10
Start Date: 6/19/12
End Date: 6/19/12
Description: Virginia Cooperative Extension's Procrastinator's Recertification Training-Northern virginia
Location: Old Court House
Manassas, VA
Contact: Prince William County Extension Office
Phone: 703/792-6285
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 6/20/12
End Date: 6/20/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Labels and MSDS
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
Category: 3AC 5 6 8 10
Start Date: 6/26/12
End Date: 6/26/12
Description: Virginia Turfgrass Council's Pesticide Recertification Session
Location: Hampton Roads AREC
Virginia Beach, VA
Contact: Virginia Turfgrass Council
Phone: 757/464-1004
Internet: www.vaturf.org
CATEGORY 4 - SEED TREATMENT
NO SESSIONS SUBMITTED AT THIS TIME
CATEGORY 5 - AQUATIC
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 2 3C 6
Start Date: 6/12/12
End Date: 6/12/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Weeds and Control
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
CATEGORY 7 - STRUCTURAL
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/3/12
End Date: 5/3/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Environmental Consequences
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/8/12
End Date: 5/8/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Laws and Professional Conduct
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/10/12
End Date: 5/10/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Pesticide Transport, Storage and Emergency Response
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/14/12
End Date: 5/14/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Pest Management
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/15/12
End Date: 5/15/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Application Methods
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
Category: 7ABD
Start Date: 5/16/12
End Date: 5/16/12
Description: Virginia Pest Management Association's ACE Prep Course
Location: Virginia Tech Center
Richmond, VA
Contact: Virginia Pest Management Association
Phone: 877/875-8722
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/17/12
End Date: 5/17/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Labels and MSDS
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/21/12
End Date: 5/21/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Formulations
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/22/12
End Date: 5/22/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - PPE
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/24/12
End Date: 5/24/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Chemical Hazard
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 7A
Start Date: 5/30/12
End Date: 5/30/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Termite Basics
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 5/31/12
End Date: 5/31/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Laws and Professional Conduct
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
Category: 7 ABD
Start Date: 5/31/12
End Date: 5/31/12
Description: Maryland State Pest control Association's Last chance Recertification Seminar
Location: Snyder's Willow Grove Restaurant
Linthicum, MD
Contact: Maryland State Pest Control Association
Phone: 800/237-1269
Internet: www.mspca.homestead.com
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 7A 8
Start Date: 6/4/12
End Date: 6/4/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Public Health Pest Invertebrates
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 7CD
Start Date: 6/5/12
End Date: 6/5/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Public Health Pest Vertebrates
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 7B
Start Date: 6/11/12
End Date: 6/11/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - WDO Review
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
Category: 7ACDE 10
Start Date: 6/12/12
End Date: 6/13/12
Description: RK Management Srvices Pest Management and Food Safety Seminar
Location: Marriott Hotel
Teaneck, NJ
Contact: RK Environmental Services
Phone: 866/800-7378
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 6/13/12
End Date: 6/13/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Pesticide Transport, Storage and Emergency Response
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 6/14/12
End Date: 6/14/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Formulations
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 7AB
Start Date: 6/16/12
End Date: 6/16/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Arthropods and Household Pest 1
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 7A
Start Date: 6/18/12
End Date: 6/18/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Household Pest 2 and Stored Product Pest
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 6/18/12
End Date: 6/18/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Environmental Consequences
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: Core
Start Date: 6/20/12
End Date: 6/20/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Labels and MSDS
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 7CD
Start Date: 6/25/12
End Date: 6/25/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Rodents and Wildlife Basics and Control
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 7B
Start Date: 6/26/12
End Date: 6/26/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Termite Basics
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 7B
Start Date: 6/27/12
End Date: 6/27/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - WDO Basics
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 7AB
Start Date: 6/28/12
End Date: 6/28/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Arthropods and Household Pest 1
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
CATEGORY 8 - PUBLIC HEALTH
Not Submitted By Sponsor - Must Provide Proff of Training
2 of 8 Credits
Category: 7A 8
Start Date: 6/4/12
End Date: 6/4/12
Description: Environmental Management Training Services On-Line Live Seminar - Public Health Pest Invertebrates
Location: Internet
Contact: Environmental Management Training Services
Phone: 215/796-5318
Internet: www.emtsc.org
CATEGORY 9 - REGULATORY
NO SESSIONS SUBMITTED AT THIS TIME
CATEGORY 10 - DEMONSTRATION & RESEARCH
NO SESSIONS SUBMITTED AT THIS TIME
CATEGORY 11 - MISCELLANEOUS
NO SESSIONS SUBMITTED AT THIS TIME
CATEGORY 12 Consultant
NO SESSIONS SUBMITTED AT THIS TIME
CATEGORY 13 AERIAL
NO SESSIONS SUBMITTED AT THIS TIME