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Nuisance Control Specialist License in Rhode Island

Quick Answer

Rhode Island did not return a pest control operator license in this COS dataset. Commercial pesticide applicators are certified through the RI Department of Environmental Management.

Requirements

Nuisance Control Specialist license in Rhode Island

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Education
No educational requirements
Exam
No exam required
Veterans Benefits
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Licensing Agency

RI Department of Environmental Management~Division of Fish and Wildlife

Nuisance Control Specialist Salary in Rhode Island

Entry Level

$35,600

Median

$46,660

Experienced

$64,270

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

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Nuisance Control Specialist in Rhode Island.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    No educational requirements

  2. 2

    Pass the Required Exam

    No exam required

  3. 3

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  4. 4

    Receive Your License

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

Nuisance Control Specialist Licensing in Rhode Island: What to Know

Rhode Island's COS data did not return a specific pest control operator license, only a Nuisance Control Specialist license for wildlife removal through the Department of Environmental Management. The state regulates commercial pesticide applicators through the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM), Office of Compliance and Inspection. Commercial applicators must pass core and category certification exams. Structural pest control falls under specific DEM categories. Contact the RI DEM for current requirements, exam schedules, and fee information.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 15, 2026.