Credential Information

2026-2027 Academic Year

Credential Version

Starting with SY 26-27, for credentials offered through Certiport, NCDPI will only recognize the three most current versions as of August of the current school year.
These credentials are indicated by two asterisks in the Validation Artifact field of the Credential Information.

NC Private Pesticide Applicator

Credential Name	NC Private Pesticide Applicator
Credential Vendor Info	NCAGR 919.733.3556 https://www.ncagr.gov/divisions/structural-pest-control-and-pesticides
Implementation Year	Before 2022-2023
Credential Auto Collect	No
Diploma Endorsement	AL43 = Yes
Validation Artifact	NC Agriculture Pesticide examination results report
Credential Lead Consultant	LCO
Course Code and Title	AL43 Turfgrass Management (LCO)
Credential as POL	AL43 POL = No
Pathway(s)	Plant Systems (PLSV)
Cost of Instructor Training	N/A
Instructor Training Requirements	None
Exam Voucher Expiration	N/A
Credential Lifespan	N/A
Renewal Options	N/A
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s)	Biological Scientists, All Other (19-1029) Conservation Scientists (19-1031) Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse (45-2092) Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers (37-3011) Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers (17-1012) Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation (37-3012) Soil and Plant Scientists (19-1013)
Articulation	No
Sequencing	No
Employer Transferability	No
Delivery Format	N/A
Proctored Environment Required	No
Proctored Requirements	N/A
Test Site Options and Requirements	N/A
Testing Environment Requirements	N/A
Exam Time Allotment	N/A
Exam Passing Requirement	N/A
Retakes	No
Student Accommodations	No
Multilingual Resources*	No
Directory Notes	None

The North Carolina Office of Career and Technical Education provides multiple opportunities for students to obtain Industry-Recognized Credentials during their high school career.
Industry-recognized credentials hold immense value as they not only validate student skills and knowledge in a specific field but also serve as a powerful stepping stone toward future careers.

They provide a competitive edge in the job market, making students more attractive to potential employers and increasing their earning potential.

Moreover, industry-recognized credentials often lead to more job opportunities and pathways for advancement, helping students embark on successful and fulfilling career journeys.

Beyond the immediate benefits, these credentials instill a sense of accomplishment and confidence, motivating students to pursue higher education or dive directly into the workforce with the skills and certifications needed to excel.

Ultimately, industry-recognized credentials empower high school students to bridge the gap between education and real-world employment, setting them on a path toward a brighter and more prosperous future.

Access the NCDPI Credentials and Reporting website to submit a credential application and to view the latest Credential Attainment Report.

^ Indicates the pathway is an approved Local Course Option (LCO) pathway.

* Where multilingual exams are indicated, please be advised that the state of North Carolina adheres to general statute as follows:
G.S.§115C-81.45(a) requires classes (silent on exams) to be conducted in English "[e]xcept when a board authorizes teaching in a foreign language to comply with federal law."
Therefore, NC CTE will abide with the Accountability guidance that LEAs are not required to provide exams in other languages. If they choose to do so, it will be at local discretion.