Commercial Pesticide Applicator Exam Prep: Core + Category 3

Commercial Pesticide Applicator Exam Prep: Core + Category 3

A curated learning experience to prepare participants for South Carolina Commercial Pesticide Applicator Exams.

By Clemson Extension Horticulture

Date and time

Location

Darlington County Clemson Extension

300 Russell Street Room 222 Darlington, SC 29532

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

Agenda

9:00 AM

Welcome

9:15 AM - 12:00 PM

Core: Applying Pesticides Correctly

Carmen Ketron

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Lunch

12:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Category 3: Ornamental Landscape and Turf Pest Management

Carmen Ketron

3:15 PM

Wrap-up

3:30 PM

Adjourn

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Free venue parking

Join Clemson Extension Agent Carmen Ketron on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in the second-floor kitchen at the Darlington County Clemson Extension office for a curated learning experience to prepare participants for the Core and Category 3 Commercial Pesticide Applicator exams.

This course is intended for commercial and non-commercial applicators who must be licensed in Core and Category 3 in South Carolina, is designed for preparation and practice, and does not include any official certification/licensing exams.

Visit Clemson's Department of Pesticide Regulation to learn about pesticide licensure and schedule exams.

Program participants registered for lunch will receive a box lunch from The Sweet Spot, with lunch orders and dietary restrictions/preferences to be placed on the morning of the event. Otherwise, lunch is on your own.

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Clemson Extension is required by the USDA to offer program participants the opportunity to self-identify. By voluntarily providing us with your demographic information, we are able to more accurately document the impacts we are making to better the lives of the citizens of South Carolina.

Extension classes and events may be canceled at any time due to low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. If a paid program is canceled, full refunds will be issued. Similar programs are often offered again at a later date.

For individuals requiring accommodations, please contact Clemson Extension Horticulture at hort@clemson.edu as early as possible prior to the event to help ensure availability.

Civil Rights Statement

Frequently asked questions

Who do I contact if I have questions about this program?

Carmen Ketron at cketron@clemson.edu or (843) 773-1422

Is there a meal?

Lunch may be included depending on the registration you purchased.

Does this training include official certification/licensing exams?

No. This course is designed for preparation and practice and does not include any official certification/licensing exams.

How do I schedule an official certification/licensing exam?

Visit the Clemson Department of Pesticide Regulation website by copying and pasting https://www.clemson.edu/public/regulatory/pesticide-regulation/index.html into your browser.

How many South Carolina pesticide recertification credits will I earn if I attend this event?

None. No credits are offered.

Will this learning session be recorded?

No. The session is presented live, will not be recorded, and will not be available for later viewing or download.

Organized by

Clemson Extension Horticulture Agents provide expertise on subjects such as fruits and vegetables, landscape, turf and ornamental plants, insects, and plant diseases in home gardening and commercial production.

Extension classes and events may be canceled at any time due to low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. If a paid program is canceled, full refunds will be issued. Similar programs are often offered again at a later date.

For individuals requiring accommodations, please contact Clemson Extension Horticulture at hort@clemson.edu as early as possible prior to the event to help ensure availability.

Civil Rights

$100 – $175
Sep 23 · 9:00 AM EDT