Taking And Passing The Test
The first step to becoming a ham radio operator is taking and passing the test. Passing the first test, Technician Class, grants you an FCC license and callsign that allows you to transmit on your radio. Without a valid FCC callsign and license, you can listen on your radio but you are not legally allowed to transmit on your radio. Tests are given every couple weeks.
Everyone in our group wants you be successful. We love helping new hams get their license.
- Book for studying for the Technician Class: Here
- Website to take the practice tests: Here
- Link to study apps and practice test apps: Here
If you’d like to pick up the Study book locally, cables and antennas: WireCo. Wired Communications: 7342 E. Quail Track Road, Scottsdale AZ. 85266. Call before you go over, will need gate code.
FRN Info
In order to take the Amateur Radio test, the FCC requires you have an FRN. This number is used instead of your SSN. It just takes a couple of minutes to get and free. Just go to the link below, create an account and get your FRN. Don't forget the account credentials you used when you created your account.
After you have completed your FRN, please complete the form below and turn into Gary Bennett a week before the test.
The FRN is free. If taking the test at the Stake Center, it is free. If taken at another location they may charge $15. If you don't want your home address to show up in the FCC database, you can use your business address.
Getting Started Video
- Video: Here