Pesticide Testing Registration with Metro Institute

To schedule appointments for testing sessions with Metro Institute enter the testing id; this is the item number or license number. For those applying as a new pesticide applicator this is found on the online confirmation page generated during the online application process, see example at the bottom of the page.  This information is not automatically emailed to the payor, please print a copy for your records when making the payment online.

Individuals that have been approved to test by the MDA will be eligible to schedule exams with Metro Institute.  To be approved for testing the application or their renewal form for the current year with corresponding payment and required documents must be submitted to the MDA.

Please allow 4 business days after making the online payment before scheduling a testing appointment with Metro Institute Inc. During this time, the MDA will review the applicator information to ensure eligibility for licensure. 

Applicators that need their item number can contact pesticide.testing@state.mn.us to request the item number.