LICENSE EXAMINATIONS CONTINUE DURING GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN!

Due to the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, the FCC’s online systems (including FRN registration) are currently offline. That means some folks may not be able to get their Federal Registration Number (FRN) right now.

✅ Here’s what to do:

  • Keep trying to get your FRN up until test time — sometimes the system comes back online briefly.

  • If you still can’t get it by test day, don’t worry! We can still test you.

  • Our Volunteer Examiners have a temporary workaround — we’ll enter zeros in place of your FRN during the session.

Once the government reopens and the FCC systems are back online, you’ll just need to go back and register for your FRN number then.

👉 Bottom line: Don’t let the shutdown stop you — come test with us anyway!

Updated 10/3/2025 (Temporary testing procedures for examinees without FRNs)

HamCram Class

The fast and easy way to prepare for and take the Amateur Radio Technician license test.

Our HamCram class will be on Friday & Saturday October 17th & 18th, 2025 9:00am -12pm in the former ambulance building at 709 Jenzen Hwy.

709 Jensen Hwy. (former ambulance building)

Learn about and test for your Amateur Radio Technician License in 2 Days! and Take the Exam.

Friday and Saturday, October 17th & 18th 2025
HamCram class:
Friday: 9am -12pm
Saturday: 9am -12pm (break for lunch provided)
Testing: 1-2pm

COST: 18 & under – FREE. We will have Subway sandwiches and water for lunch if you want any other beverage please bring your own. You will need a copy of your FRN number from the FCC. Adults will need $20 to pay for the class and $15 more for the test fee. A photo ID is also required for the test.

To register for an FCC Registration Number (FRN), please visit the FCC’s COmmission REgistration System (CORES) at https://apps.fcc.gov/cores. If you don’t have an FCC Username, you’ll need to create one by clicking the “REGISTER” button on the login page. After creating and activating your Username Account, log in and select “Register New FRN” to obtain your FRN. For detailed instructions, refer to the FCC’s guide on Getting an FCC Registration Number (FRN) in the Universal Licensing System (ULS).

Technician license question pool: Click here

Students/minors without a photo ID need to bring only one of the below items if a legal guardian presents their photo ID; otherwise,  two non-photo IDs are required. ARRL will cover the one-time FCC application fee for new license candidates younger than 18-years old for tests administered under the ARRL VEC program.
 
One legal photo ID (identification):
           a. State Driver’s License
           b. Government issued Passport
           c. Military or Law Enforcement Officer Photo ID card
           d. Student School Photo ID card
           e. State Photo ID card
 
 If no photo ID is available, two forms of identification:
           a. Non-photo State ID card (some states still have them)
           b. Birth certificate (must have the appropriate seal)
           c. Social security card
           d. Employer’s wage statement or Minor’s work permit
           e. School ID card
           f. School or Public Library card
 
To take a Ham radio technician test, you’ll need to bring: https://www.arrl.org/what-to-bring-to-an-exam-session
 
  • Photo ID: A valid, legal photo ID, such as a driver’s license or passport 
     
  • Payment: Cash or a check for the exam fee. Under 18 FREE with our Youth Incentive Program
     
  • Pencils and paper: Two number two pencils with erasers, and a pen 
     
  • Calculator: A calculator with its memory cleared and formulas erased 
     
  • FCC Registration Number (FRN) 
     

REGISTRATION FOR THIS SESSION IS OPEN NOW
(Limited To 15 Registrants)

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