Ohio Self-paced Online Commercial Recertification
This course is available January 22, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Before you register:
find out how many credits you need by clicking here or call the ODA at 614-728-6987
Using the self-paced recertification course, you can complete your recertification hours at your own pace. Each category provides a series of videos. The core video series provides an hour of core and all other series provide a half hour in each category. After completing each series, successfully complete a quiz question earn credit for that category. Registration is online only--no phone or mail registration.
- Your specific requirements will not automatically load into the course, so you must look up how many hours you need before registering.
- Video instructions provided within the course.
- Fertilizer recertification is a separate course.
Commercial Recertification Requirements (5 total hours)
1 hour of core + 1/2 hour credit in every category on your license + additional training in any category offered =
5 hours of recertification training
Select the registration link for how many hours you need below
If you need 1/2 hour of credit, register for the 1 hour course. If you need 3 1/2 hours of credit, register for 4 hours etc.
How to Enroll--Step by Step Video Guide
All 26 categories offered!
Before you register:
find out how many credits you need by clicking here or call the ODA at 614-728-6987
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Registration Link |
Credit Hours Needed |
Fee |
| 2 hours | ||
| 3 hours | ||
| 4 hours | ||
| 5+ hours | ||
| Fertilizer Applicators: Register for Fertlilizer Recertification (15C or 15P) Here | $18 | |
Note: there are no refunds for online recertification courses.
Upon completing your hours, you will submit a recertification form at the bottom the page. Do not submit the recertification form until you've completed your hours. If you do, please contact us at pested@osu.edu.
Tutorials and Help
How to Enroll--Step by Step Guide
Check your Recertification Status
Examples of how many videos to watch
Tutorials - Using ScarletCanvas for Online Recert
*Categories 2f- soil fumigation, 3b- boat antifoulant, 3c- sewer root control do not have category-specific videos in this platform, and do not require category-specific training. If you have one of these three categories on your license, you need 1 hour of core and 4 additional hours in any category.
Viewing on Your Phone?
Online recertification is offered through ScarletCanvas. You can access ScarletCanvas through any web browser, but if using a smart phone or other portable device, the experience can be optimized by downloading the ScarletCanvas app.