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Search for in-person or online exam sessions by zip code, state, country and date. You need to register in the FCC CORES system and get a FRN before exam day.
If our schedule does not meet your needs (date, location), please use this link to access other Amateur Radio Exam Sessions in your area. If you are homebound, and in need of a test team to make a visit, please email Frank Piper at ae8fp@att.net to make arrangements.
We are an independent team of volunteer Amateur (“Ham”) Radio license examiners, working to provide ARRL-VEC Amateur Radio testing in the Columbus and Central Ohio area. Our team provides exam sessions for many Amateur Radio Clubs in the area, as well as conducting exams on our own, when the need arises.
Are you ready to get your license? Or maybe upgrade? Register and come on out for our next VE testing session!
Our next testing exam will be on Saturday, April 8th, 2023 at 1:00 PM at the Ohio Union (1739 N High St, Columbus, OH 43210) in the Brutus Buckeye room (on the third floor). Please remember that this is open to the public.
Our next testing exam will be on Saturday, August 26th, 2023 at 1:00 PM at the Westerville Public Library (126 S State St, Westerville, OH 43081). Please remember that this is open to the public. Students and non-students are welcome to arrive to take the amateur radio license exams!
Become a Ham! Amateur radio is a hobby which requires a license issued by the FCC. Study material is available in book form (paper or e-book), flashcards, apps, interactive web sites and more. The license requires passing a multiple choice exam which is offered by volunteers all around the country.
