Job requirements Pest Exterminator in Canada

Find out what you typically need to work as a pest exterminator in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Pest controllers and fumigators (NOC 73202).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
  • Completion of courses in pest control or extermination or several months of on-the-job training are usually required.
  • Provincial pesticide applicator licence is required in all provinces.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Alberta

Job title Structural Pesticide Applicators/Pesticide Dispensers
Regulated

Manitoba

Job title Pesticide Dealer
Regulated
Job title Pesticide & Manure Applicator
Regulated

Nova Scotia

Job title Pesticide Applicator
Regulated

Saskatchewan

Job title Pesticide Applicator
Regulated

Yukon

Job title Pesticide Applicator
Regulated

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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