Official Missouri Hunter Safety Course Online

Take your official Missouri hunter safety course with Hunter-Ed™, a Missouri Department of Conservation 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 Missouri?

Requirements
Born on or after January 1, 1967
Minimum certification age is 11
Online students ages 11–15 must complete an in-person Skills Session

In Missouri, hunters born on or after January 1, 1967, generally need hunter education before hunting alone during a firearms season unless they qualify for an applicable exemption, mentored option, or Apprentice Hunter Authorization. Missouri residents 16 and older can complete certification fully online, while students ages 11–15 using the online path must also complete the required Hunter Education Skills Session.

4 Easy Steps

How to Get Your Missouri Hunter Education Certificate

01

Sign Up

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

02

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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Print Your Temporary Certificate

After passing the online course, students 16 and older can complete certification online. Students ages 11–15 must also register for and complete the required four-hour Hunter Education Skills Session.

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Go Hunting!

Once certified, purchase the Missouri hunting permits required for your hunt and hit the field. Your Hunter Education Certificate does not replace the permits required by the state.

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Clear instruction and state-specific content make firearm safety, hunting ethics, laws, and conservation easier to understand and remember, with most students finishing in 3–4 hours.

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 Missouri 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 Missouri Hunter Education Certificate?

Enroll in the Missouri Hunter-Ed course and complete the requirements for your age. Missouri residents 16 and older can complete certification fully online, while students ages 11–15 must also complete the required Hunter Education Skills Session and final exam.

What is the permanent Missouri Conservation Permit Card?

The Conservation Permit Card is proof that you have successfully completed all the hunter education requirements and allows you to legally purchase a hunting license in Missouri.

If you are 16 years or older, the Conservation Permit Card will be mailed to you by Missouri Department of Conservation.

If you are under 16 years of age, you will receive the Conservation Permit Card from the Missouri Department of Conservation after you successfully complete the Hunter Education Skills Session.

Who needs hunter education in Missouri?

Hunters born on or after January 1, 1967, generally need hunter education to hunt during a Missouri firearms season unless an applicable exemption or alternative applies. Youth ages 15 and younger may hunt without certification when accompanied by a properly permitted adult mentor, and hunters 16 and older may qualify to hunt with an Apprentice Hunter Authorization.

How much does the Missouri Hunter-Ed course cost?

The Missouri Hunter-Ed online course costs $24.95.

What is the minimum age for Missouri hunter education?

The minimum age for Missouri hunter education certification is 11. Students age 10 may complete the Hunter-Ed online course, but they must be at least 11 before attending the required Hunter Education Skills Session and completing certification.

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

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

How long does the Missouri Hunter-Ed course take?

Most students complete the online course in about 3–4 hours. Your progress is saved automatically, so you can complete it in one sitting or come back when it works for you. Students ages 11–15 must also complete a four-hour Hunter Education Skills Session.

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

Yes. You must be a Missouri resident to take the Missouri Hunter-Ed online course.

Is Hunter-Ed approved by the Missouri Department of Conservation?

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

What happens if I fail a quiz or an exam?

You can retake course quizzes until you pass and must score at least 60% on the unit quizzes. Students 16 and older must score at least 80% on the online Final Exam and have unlimited attempts to pass. Students ages 11–15 must score at least 80% on the final exam administered during the Hunter Education Skills Session.

Do I have to take a final exam?

Yes. Students 16 and older take a 60-question Final Exam online and must score at least 80%. Students ages 11–15 take a 35-question final exam during the required Hunter Education Skills Session and must also score at least 80%.

What do I receive after completing the online course?

After successfully completing the online course, you can immediately print proof of online completion or have a PDF emailed to you. Students ages 11–15 must bring their skills-session qualifier certificate to the required Hunter Education Skills Session.

When will I receive my permanent Missouri Hunter Education Certificate?

After completing all certification requirements, your hunter education certification is recorded with MDC. If you want a physical Conservation Permit Card as durable proof of certification, you can purchase one from MDC for $5, and it is typically mailed within 4–6 weeks.

Does my Missouri Hunter Education Certificate expire?

No. Your Missouri hunter education certification is valid for life.

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

Yes. U.S. states, provinces, and other jurisdictions with mandatory hunter education requirements recognize Missouri hunter education certification. Missouri also accepts qualifying hunter education certifications issued by other jurisdictions.

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

To replace a lost, destroyed, or damaged Conservation Permit Card, go to Missouri Conservation Permit Card.

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Trusted by over 2 Million Hunters since 2002

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 Missouri, our course is approved by the Missouri Department of Conservation and built to meet the state’s hunter education requirements.

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