California Licensing
Your roadmap to a
California license.
A complete guide through the California Structural Pest Control Board — Applicator, Field Representative, Branch 2, Branch 3, and Operator licensure.
License Pathway
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Student
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Exam Prep
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Applicator License
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Internship
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Operations Training
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Operator Pathway
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Certified Exterminetics Operator™
Applicator (Branch 1, 2, 3)
Entry-level field license required to apply pesticides under supervision.
Field Representative
Inspect and bid on pest control work for a licensed Operator.
Branch 2 — General Pest
General household pests, rodents, and structural pests.
Branch 3 — Termite
Wood-destroying organisms, fumigation, and structural repairs.
Certified Operator
Run a licensed pest control company and supervise field staff.
Continuing Education
Stay current with CE hours and California regulatory updates.