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Official Florida Hunter Safety Course Online

Take your official Florida hunter safety course with Hunter-Ed, a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)-approved provider and the only safety course provider that develops print materials for government agencies responsible for hunting laws and regulations. Study online at your own pace, complete your state’s requirements, and earn a Hunter Education Certificate that’s valid for life.

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Do I Need Hunter Education in Florida?

Requirements
Born on or after June 1, 1975
Hunter education requirement applies at age 16
Online students must complete an FWC Field Day

In Florida, hunters born on or after June 1, 1975, who are 16 or older must complete hunter education before purchasing a hunting license unless they qualify for an exemption or use the Hunter Safety Mentoring Deferral. There is no minimum age to take the online course. Students using the online certification path must also complete a required FWC Field Day, which may be offered virtually or in person.

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How to Get Your Florida Hunter Education Certificate in 4 Easy Steps

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Sign Up

Create your Hunter-Ed account, pay the course fee, and get started with your official Florida hunter safety course.

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Complete the Course

Take the course on desktop, tablet, or mobile. Your progress saves automatically so you can study at your own pace.

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Complete State Requirements

After passing the online course, print your Field Day Voucher, then register for and complete the required FWC Field Day. Bring your Field Day Voucher as proof that you completed the online portion.

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Go Hunting!

Once certified, purchase your Florida hunting license and any additional permits required for your hunt. Your Hunter Education Certificate does not replace the hunting license required by the state.

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Hunter Education Built for the Field

Clear instruction and state-specific content make firearm safety, hunting ethics, laws, and conservation easier to understand and remember, with a self-paced online format you can complete before attending the required FWC Field Day.

Learn the fundamentals of safe firearm handling and use, along with the core safety practices every responsible hunter should know. 

Understand the responsibilities that come with hunting, including ethical practices, safe decision-making, and respect for landowners. 

Learn the laws, rules, and regulations Florida hunters are responsible for understanding and following in the field.

Understand wildlife conservation and management, including the important role hunters play in supporting healthy wildlife populations. 

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Popular Questions

How do I get a Florida Hunter Education Certificate?

Complete the Florida Hunter-Ed online course, print your Field Day Voucher, and attend the required FWC Field Day. After successfully completing the Field Day, you’ll receive your Florida Hunter Education Certificate.

Who needs hunter education in Florida?

Hunters born on or after June 1, 1975, who are 16 or older must complete an approved hunter safety course before purchasing a Florida hunting license unless an applicable exemption or the Hunter Safety Mentoring Deferral applies.

How much does the Florida Hunter-Ed course cost?

The Florida Hunter-Ed online course costs $39.95.

What is the minimum age for Florida hunter education?

There is no minimum age requirement to take the Florida Hunter-Ed online course. FWC notes that its hunter safety program is designed for students age 12 and older.

Is my Hunter Education Certificate the same as a Florida hunting license?

No. Your Hunter Education Certificate proves that you completed the required safety education, but it is not a hunting license. You must still purchase the appropriate Florida hunting license and any additional permits required for your hunt.

How long does the Florida hunter safety course take?

The online course is self-paced, and FWC recommends allowing approximately 8 hours to complete an online hunter safety course. You must also complete the required FWC Field Day before earning your certification.

Do I have to live in Florida to take this course?

No. You do not have to be a Florida resident to take the Florida Hunter-Ed online course.

Is Hunter-Ed approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission?

Yes. Hunter-Ed is an approved online hunter education provider for FWC.

What happens if I fail a quiz or an exam?

You can retake the online unit quizzes until you pass and must score at least 80%. There is no online final exam, but you must successfully complete the required FWC Field Day to earn your certification.

Do I have to take a final exam?

There is no final exam during the Hunter-Ed online course. After completing the online portion, you must attend and successfully complete the required FWC Field Day.

What do I receive after completing the online course?

After successfully completing and paying for the online course, you can immediately print your Field Day Voucher or have a PDF emailed to you. The voucher serves as proof of online course completion and is valid for 365 days.

When will I receive my permanent Florida Hunter Education Certificate?

Your permanent Hunter Education Certificate will arrive within 2–3 weeks after you successfully complete all certification requirements, including the required FWC Field Day.

Does my Florida Hunter Education Certificate expire?

No. Your Florida Hunter Education Certificate is valid for life.

Will my Florida Hunter Education Certificate be accepted in other states?

Yes. U.S. states, provinces, and other jurisdictions with mandatory hunter education requirements recognize Florida Hunter Education Certificates. Florida also recognizes qualifying hunter education certifications issued by other jurisdictions.

How do I replace or check my Florida Hunter Education Certificate?

To replace a lost, destroyed, or damaged Hunter Education Certificate, go to https://fwchgm.powerappsportals.us/My-Certification/

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For more than 20 years, Hunter-Ed has delivered official hunter education. We also work with government agencies to support the education materials hunters rely on. In Florida, our hunter safety course is approved by FWC and built to meet the state’s hunter education requirements.

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