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Pesticide Core Exam The Pesticide Core exam is required of: 1. First-time private pesticide applicators . 2. Any private applicator that does not attend three pesticide recertification programs by the permit expiration date (five years to complete). The Pesticide Core exam has 90 multiple choice questions taken from the pesticide applicator core manual. The exam takes approximately 60 to 90 minutes. An exam outline is available to assist with studying for the exam. The Pesticide Core exam will be offered regionally in the state and at the exam-only dates held monthly on the Purdue University West Lafayette campus. Extension educators do not give the Pesticide Core exam. Everyone taking an exam at any of the locations must show a government issued photo ID. (A government-issued photo exempt identification card from the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles will also be accepted in certain circumstances.) There is no fee for the Pesticide Core exam. OISC will grade the exams. Those who pass the exam will be sent a private applicator permit form and a request for $20. After receiving the completed form and fee, OISC will issue the private applicator permit. 2008 Exam Brochure Brochure lists 2008 exam opportunities for exam-only, exam+training, and regional exam date and locations. Brochure requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to open. 2008 Exam Brochure.pdf Regional exam dates and sites The regional exams have been completed for 2008. Back to top Purdue University, West Lafayette campus Registration must be made with Office of Indiana State Chemist, 765/494-1594. Exam-only dates Pesticide Core Training and Exam, Purdue University Anyone wishing to obtain a private pesticide applicator permit for the first time has the option of attending pesticide core training and taking the exam at Purdue University. The training and exam require registration and a fee. Training and Exam schedule Directions to exam site Purdue University, West Lafayette Back to top   Remote Testing There is an option of taking the pesticide applicator exams, including the pesticide core exam, via computer. Host sites are available around the state and in neighboring states. For more information on locations, registration requirements, and fees read the Pesticide Applicator Handbook. Helpful information Ordering information for the pesticide applicator core manual, PPP-C. (Requires Adobe Acrobat, download here.) Exam Study Outline for the pesticide core exam. (Requires Adobe Acrobat, download here.) Photo-Exempt Identification card based on religious reasons. Back to top