Getting your Amateur Radio License
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New Technician License Test Prep Course Available!
Local to the area? We have a combination online and in person training program to help you pass the Technician License Exam.
If you are interested, use the Contact Form to let us know and we will send you some information.
If you are interested, use the Contact Form to let us know and we will send you some information.
So you are interested in getting your Amateur Radio License. but not sure what it takes and what you can do as an Amateur Radio Operator, most often called a "Ham". Hopefully the information provided here will help answer that question.
Are you ready to take your Amateur License Exam? Use the contact form and let us know you are ready. Testing, with advance notice, is generally offered at our monthly meetings, or another time if needed.
So why get an amateur radio license?
Amateur Radio offers a lot of benefits. Many amateur radio operators are involved in providing emergency communications in support of local first responders. Most importantly, Hams make great friends locally and all around the world. Hams are some of the nicest people you will meet, willing to help when they can.
Hams learn and experiment with several modes of communications such as; data modes using a computer and radio, communicating using Ham communication satellites, bouncing radio signals off of the moon and even off of meteor showers. Yes, it is true!
Talking about data modes - there are several data, or as Hams call them -"digital modes" where you connect your radio to a computer send email messages, have a Live chat with JS8Call similar to text messaging, beacon your GPS location while driving or hiking. And even send text messages using radio when you do not have cell service. The list goes on and on. Learning, experimenting with all the methods of communication is fun and is a great Science Technology Engineering and Math, (STEM), learning opportunity as all disciplines are involved in amateur radio operations.
As a licensed Amateur Radio Operator, you will have the opportunity to learn as much as you want about communications. The first step is getting your Amateur Radio Operator License.
Are you ready to take your Amateur License Exam? Use the contact form and let us know you are ready. Testing, with advance notice, is generally offered at our monthly meetings, or another time if needed.
So why get an amateur radio license?
Amateur Radio offers a lot of benefits. Many amateur radio operators are involved in providing emergency communications in support of local first responders. Most importantly, Hams make great friends locally and all around the world. Hams are some of the nicest people you will meet, willing to help when they can.
Hams learn and experiment with several modes of communications such as; data modes using a computer and radio, communicating using Ham communication satellites, bouncing radio signals off of the moon and even off of meteor showers. Yes, it is true!
Talking about data modes - there are several data, or as Hams call them -"digital modes" where you connect your radio to a computer send email messages, have a Live chat with JS8Call similar to text messaging, beacon your GPS location while driving or hiking. And even send text messages using radio when you do not have cell service. The list goes on and on. Learning, experimenting with all the methods of communication is fun and is a great Science Technology Engineering and Math, (STEM), learning opportunity as all disciplines are involved in amateur radio operations.
As a licensed Amateur Radio Operator, you will have the opportunity to learn as much as you want about communications. The first step is getting your Amateur Radio Operator License.
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Getting Your License is simple as 1,2,3!
Understand that getting your entry level amateur radio operators license is not difficult, and you do not need to learn morse code. In brief, to get an amateur radio operator's license, you must pass an examination administered by a team of Volunteer Examiners called "VE's". The VEs will administer the entry level test first, then if you pass, they will offer you the opportunity to take the next level test, and so on. 1. Choose the level of license you want to pursue: There are three levels of amateur radio licenses:
2. Study for the exam(s): You can study using a variety of resources, including books, online courses, and local amateur radio clubs, like ours. Many of the resources available are free, and some paid programs. It is important to review the information available for each resource to determine which method(s) best suit your style of learning. A few resources have been included on this page. 3. Find a VE session near you and schedule an exam time. Once you are ready to take the exam, you will need to apply for Federal Registration Number or "FRN". You apply online at the FCC website . There is no cost for an FRN and registration takes less than five minutes to complete. If you are local, then contact Henry County Amateur Radio Society to identify location and testing dates, or find a VE session near you by searching the ARRL's website. After you pass your exam. The VE's will provide additional information after completing your test, but in brief, you will need to visit the FCC online license portal, pay a $35 fee to the FCC, providing a valid email address where your license will be emailed to you. (Paper licenses are no longer mailed by the FCC) Your license is valid for 10 years once issued. |
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