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Local Ham license testing is done by a group of Volunteer Examiners headed by Joe Barry -- K7SQ.

Joe can be reached at 541-385-3152 or email him - joek7sq@gmail.com Tests are normally given at the Bend Public Library but other locations are sometimes used so please contact Joe for details and schedules. They are typically given once a month but again you should contact Joe for any changes to the schedule. Prior to showing up for the test you must go onto the FCC Website and register. That will get you the FRN number needed for your paperwork to take the test.  If you have a lower class license and are wanting to upgrade be sure to bring a copy of your existing FCC license and the original. See below on what to bring.......If you pass a test you can take the next level test making it possible to take all three levels in one test session. You can also retake a test. For each test OR retake you must pay an additional test session fee.  Arrangements can be made for any special needs, as well as for dates and times.    DONT FORGET TO APPLY FOR YOUR FRN number from the FCC. SEE BELOW!

Upcoming 2025 FCC Licensing Test Sessions

All take place on Wednesday at 1pm at the Deschutes County Public Library

TO BE UPDATED SOON!

Joe Barry 541 385 3152  joek7sq@gmail.com.  PLEASE NO WALK INS

We may be flexible with time and dates. Please call to make reservations.
Please note that since the location has changed in the past, be sure to contact Joe to confirm location.

THERE NO LONGER IS A TEST FOR MORSE CODE! 

Getting the FRN number is as simple as filing out a form on the FCC website
You will need to supply your Social Security Number when applying for the FRN

https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do

1. Once there click the “Register” Under the “Need a User Name”
2. Click “Individual”
3. Click “YES
4. Click Continue button. 

5. Fill out the info….Yellow parts are required.
6. SUBMIT the form, and then print the info and bring it with you to the test session.

  YOU will need to bring to the class the following.

• A copy of the FCC acknowledgement with the FRN # or a screen shot of the number when you do the form.
• Bring two photo IDs (passport, driver’s license, photo credit card) - at least one must have a current address that will be used for the FCC.  
• May substitute any two of: official birth certificate, SS card, non-photo driver’s license, bank or utility billing statement addressed to applicant at current address.
• Check or cash of $15.00 for payment MADE OUT TO this name….>> ……  ARRL VEC    (This is the test fee!)
• Official copy of your amateur radio license if applicable for those studying for the General.
• Simple calculators without programmable memory are allowed when taking the test.