Getting a Ham Radio License
The FCC requires those who do amateur radio to pass a licensing exam. We have free, local, entry-level licensing classes on a regular basis to help you learn what you need to know for the test.
Free study guide: No-Nonsense Technician License Study Class
Amateur Radio License Class Options
Entry-level (Technician) license
- Dates: September 5, 12, 19, 26 October 3, 10, 17, 24 (8 sessions)
- Time: 7-9 pm each THURSDAY night
- Location: Norkenzie Christian Church, 2530 Crescent Ave., Eugene, Oregon. We use the family entrance in the rear. Turn left where the hallways cross, left upstairs, first door on the right at the top.
- Available seats: 12
Cost: No cost for class, $33.00 for the book.
License exam fee: $15 at exam time.
The FCC charges a $35 application fee when the license is issued.
Book: Ham Radio License Manual, 5th edition, published by American Radio Relay League (ARRL). The book is available from instructor, “Matt” Dillon, 436 Heywood Ave., Eugene, OR 97404, 541-689-0640, w7ard@msn.com (order early!).
Registration: Contact: “Matt” Dillon W7ARD (instructor), w7ard@msn.com (preferred), 436 Heywood Ave. Eugene, OR 97404 (Santa Clara area), 541-689-0640
Registration Deadline: August 15, 2024
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Intermediate (General) license (upgrade for Technicians)
- Dates: September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22 (8 sessions)
- Time: 7-9 pm each TUESDAY night
- Location: Norkenzie Christian Church, 2530 Crescent Ave., Eugene, Oregon. We use the family entrance in the rear. Turn left where the hallways cross, left upstairs, first door on the right at the top.
- Available seats: 12
Cost: No cost for class, $33.00 for the book.
License exam fee: $15 at exam time.
The FCC charges a $35 application fee when the license is issued.
Book: General Class License Manual, 10th edition, published by American Radio Relay League (ARRL). The book is available from instructor, “Matt” Dillon, 436 Heywood Ave., Eugene, OR 97404, 541-689-0640, w7ard@msn.com (order early!).
Registration: Contact: “Matt” Dillon W7ARD (instructor), w7ard@msn.com (preferred), 436 Heywood Ave. Eugene, OR 97404 (Santa Clara area), 541-689-0640
Registration Deadline: August 15, 2024
PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION WITH ANYONE WHO HAS AN INTEREST
One-weekend-only Zoom classes
These classes compress the content into one weekend and can be done via Zoom. If interested, contact Scott at ars.n7ji@gmail.com.
Testing Information
The Valley Radio Club of Oregon holds test sessions at 7:00 pm on the second Friday of each month, except when schedule conflicts require a change. Testing is at Norkenzie Christian Church, 2530 Crescent Ave., Eugene, Oregon. Please park in the rear parking lot and use the rear entrance. Come a little early, if possible, to start the paperwork process. There is no time limit on the test. The test examiners stay as long as necessary until all test-takers are finished and paperwork is completed.
For more info about the VRC test sessions contact Brad at N7BED@arrl.net. Pre-registration is encouraged, but not required.
Testing Help
The ARRL has an exam practice, as does eHam.net.
Extra Class formulas if you’re studying for your Extra exam.
Our VE (Volunteer Examiner) Team
We have a wonderful testing team. If you’d like to join in helping and just passed or have your Extra Class license, go to becoming a VE!
