The Associate Certified Entomologist Program

ACE Certification can lead to better visibility, opportunities, and jobs.

In today's increasingly complex and highly-specialized economy, credentials are everything.  Sure, you know you’ve got the skills to do the job, but how do you convince potential customers and employers?  For many career-minded pest management professionals, certification is often the answer.

The Entomological Society of America, long the industry leader in certification through its Board Certified Entomologist (BCE) program, is pleased to announce a new certification option geared specifically toward the pest management industry. Launched in May of 2004, the ACE program is rapidly becoming the industry-standard for professionalism and training. Consider these remarks from an ACE. His success story is not isolated.

Apply today and you can still be among the first ACEs in the nation. The steps to become an ACE are:

Step 1: Determine eligibility

Step 2: Application

Step 3: Study for your examination

Step 4: Select a proctor

Step 5: Take your examination

Step 6: Maintain your certification

Other links of interest for the ACE program are:

Fees to become an ACE

Download a flyer (PDF) that discusses ESA's certification programs

Frequently Asked Questions about ACE certification

View a roster of current ACEs