Although pest inspections in New Jersey do not require a license, many lenders require the NPMA-33 form to be completed as part of the home inspection process. Only Home Inspectors who hold a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License are authorized to complete and submit the NPMA-33 form.

To become a Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator in the State of New Jersey, you must complete the NJ DEP–accredited Basic Pesticide Training (CORE) course and the Category 7B course for Termites and Other Wood-Destroying Insects. After completing the required training, you must pass the corresponding NJ DEP examinations for each course.



Basic Pesticide Training



This training is required to prepare for the NJDEP (Department of Environmental Protection) Core Exam.  The purpose of this training is to give applicators a basic understanding of:

• Federal laws and regulations related to pesticide use
• New Jersey state laws and regulations
• Pesticide labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Different types of pesticides and how they are used
• Pesticide toxicity and potential health effects
• Recognizing pesticide poisoning and providing basic first aid
• Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling practices
• Safe transportation, storage, and disposal of pesticides
• Application equipment and basic calibration methods
• An introduction to Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and comprehensive pest management



7B Termites & Other WDI Pesticide Training

Category 7B pesticide license training in New Jersey covers termite biology, control, and regulations, often substituting for 40 hours of on-the-job training. 

Upon completion of both classes, a prospective licensee must take and pass the NJDEP Applicator Exam for each required category (CORE and Category 7B).