Credits: 24, with minimum grades of C
The certificate in pest control technology will be awarded upon completion of specific coursework in entomology and pest management that satisfies the academic requirements of Florida state statute 482, which requires 24 semester credits plus one year of employment to qualify to take the Florida Pest Control Operator's license examination.
There are no prerequisite courses, but students are advised to remember the requirement of a year's employment to qualify to take the licensing exam.
Students should contact Dr. John Capinera at 352.273.3905 or capinera@ufl.edu.