There are several excellent on-line study programs that our amateur radio operators have used to earn their FCC amateur radio operator Technician, General and Amateur Extra licenses. Currently, a popular and effective program is www.hamstudy.org It offers a free on-line platform for studying with practice tests, and for a few dollars you can get their mobile app on your cellphone (see your app store for this).
Other recommended study courses include the ARRL National Association for Amateur Radio coursework with companion textbooks and question pools: http://www.arrl.org/question-poolsand the popular QRZ course with a link offered on their website (requires sign-in): https://www.qrz.com/ht/www.qrz.com/exams
Please let us know if you need any help along the way! Below are our area testing resources, all provided by our nearby area radio clubs who do such excellent work with their volunteer VEC exams towards your FCC radio operator license. We thank them for this! The growth of amateur radio is key to preserving this vital skill set for future generations.
For those interested in earning their first license or upgrading an existing one, several local opportunities are available in partnership with nearby clubs.
VE Testing Locations
Manatee Amateur Radio Club (MARC)
•Testing Sessions: 3rd Saturday of even months at 9:00am
•Location: Bible Baptist Church, 2113 Morgan Johnson Rd
•Upcoming Dates: October 19, 2024, and December 21, 2024
•Requirements: Photo ID, $15 fee (cash preferred), FCC FRN number, and email address. New licenses require a $35 FCC fee.
Tamiami Amateur Radio Club (TARC)
•Visit https://tamiamiarc.org/ for additional details.
These testing opportunities are part of our effort to help new operators enter the hobby and encourage continuous learning within the community. For more information, visit the partnering clubs’ websites or contact us directly.
This content highlights the importance of training, lists local clubs, and provides essential information while maintaining a welcoming tone.
