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Commercial Applicator (Aerial or Ground) License in Arkansas

Quick Answer

To obtain a Commercial Applicator (Aerial or Ground) in Arkansas, review the requirements from Arkansas Department of Agriculture~Pesticide Division~Plant Board.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

Commercial Applicator (Aerial or Ground) license in Arkansas

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Education
No educational requirements
Exam
State exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval

Licensing Agency

Arkansas Department of Agriculture~Pesticide Division~Plant Board

Commercial Applicator (Aerial or Ground) Salary in Arkansas

Entry Level

$43,930

Median

$84,140

Experienced

$200,000

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Commercial Applicator (Aerial or Ground) in Arkansas.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    No educational requirements

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    State exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.