How to become a pest controller?

The qualifications needed for a career as a pest controller or exterminator include a high school diploma or GED certificate. Your employer may provide on-the-job training, but many states and regions require you to complete official training and a certification as a pest control technician before you work independently. Companies may work with a state licensing body to provide the necessary training. New pest controllers then need to pass exams before they can obtain a license as a pest control specialist. The licensing tests show that you understand local, state, and national regulations concerning the safe use of pesticides.