Commercial Applicator

Build Your Future as a Commercial Applicator

Whether you're beginning your career in agriculture or looking to expand your technical skills, the Commercial Applicator program provides practical, industry-focused training that prepares you for immediate employment. Students learn proper pesticide handling, application techniques, equipment calibration, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance while building the skills employers need. Through strong partnerships with agribusinesses and industry professionals, including MFA Incorporated, you'll gain valuable career connections and real-world experience that can help you launch your career with confidence.

 

Gain hands-on experience with sprayer calibration, application equipment, and agricultural technologies.

• Learn the safe handling, mixing, and application of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides.
• Develop knowledge of pesticide safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), and environmental stewardship.
• Study integrated pest management (IPM) practices that support sustainable crop production.
• Learn to interpret pesticide labels and follow state and federal regulations for commercial application.
• Prepare for the Missouri Department of Agriculture's Commercial Applicator Certification Exam.
• Learn from experienced agriculture faculty and industry professionals.
• Benefit from strong partnerships with local agribusinesses, agricultural retailers, producers, and agricultural service providers.
• Explore opportunities through SFCC's partnership with MFA Incorporated, including hands-on training from industry professionals and scholarship opportunities for eligible students.
• Prepare for careers with agricultural retailers, cooperatives, custom application businesses, crop protection companies, or self-employment.
• Build the technical skills needed to operate equipment, work outdoors, and succeed in a high-demand agricultural industry.
• Benefit from small class sizes and personalized instruction that supports your success from the classroom to the field.