Becoming an amateur radio operator may seem like a daunting task, but it's really fairly straightforward. People from ages 5 on up have obtained their amateur radio licenses. All it takes is a little time, some willingness to study, and passing a 35-question test for the first license level of Technician. Once or twice a year, the Warren Amateur Radio Society hosts technician-level training classes in Indianola. These classes are usually held for several weekends on Saturdays and Sundays and are taught by Warren Amateur Radio Society President Rich Rogers, AA0RR. At the conclusion of the classes, amateur radio testing is offered to allow participants to test for their first ham license. If you would be interested in the next available technician-level class, contact Rich Rogers at aa0rr@arrl.net. Self-Study Of course, it is possible to study on your own for your amateur radio license. There are many resources available to help you with this process. Some resources are free and some are available for a fee. Resources listed below are offered as a service to prospective amateurs. Listing the resource does not imply official endorsement. Free Resources KB6NU's No Nonsense Technician Study Guide - A downloadable pdf version of KB6NU's study guide. HamStudy.org - A free site with flashcards, practice tests, and more. ARRL Exam Practice - After signing up for a free account, you can take practice tests online. Paid Resources ARRL Study Guides - These books are written for self-study. Ham Test Online - This resource uses adaptive learning to bring back questions that you missed for repeated study. Find a Testing Location Follow this link to find a testing location in your area: http://www.arrl.org/find-an-amateur-radio-license-exam-session Click here to see what materials you need to take with you to your testing session: http://www.arrl.org/what-to-bring-to-an-exam-session Choose Your First Radio There are several resources here to help you out:
Find a Local Club Follow this link to find ARRL-affiliated amateur radio clubs in your area: http://www.arrl.org/find-a-club You Passed! Now You Might be Wondering... This resource is great for new hams. It answers many basic questions in a Q&A format. http://www.hamuniverse.com/The_New_Ham_FAQ.pdf |
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