Official Montana Hunter Safety Course Online
Take this Montana–approved course to complete your online hunter safety education.
pay only when you pass, unlimited exam attempts
Lifetime Card Do you need Montana Hunting education?
You need education to purchase a Montana hunting license if you were born after Jan. 1, 1985.
Get Hunting certified in 3 steps.
Study and pass the $25.00 course.
Finish any other requirements.
Get ready to go hunting!
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Requirements
Note: Hunter Education Field Days are not usually offered in Montana from October 1–January 31.
You must be at least 18 years old to take this online course.
You do not have to be a resident of Montana to take this online course.
After this Course
If you were born after 01/01/1985: After passing the online course, you are required to attend the Field Day to complete your Hunting safety certification.
Learn MoreWhat to Expect From Hunter Ed
Live‐Action, High‐Definition Videos
Our course videos feature a combination of professional educators (who double as professional actors), entertaining storylines, and up‐to‐date scenarios that give you one of the most effective ways to learn safe hunting practices.
Watch this 73-second sample to see how we put you in the hunter’s camo.
Comprehensive Instruction in Montana Hunting Safety Education
This official training program is developed to meet the standards for Hunting safety education established by Montana. Hunter Ed is the only safety course provider that develops print materials on behalf of government agencies responsible for Hunting laws and regulations.
Learn Your Way on Any Device
Hunter Ed offers online courses that are fully mobile-friendly from start to finish. This safety course is designed to work on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer.
Saved Progress
You may complete the course at your own pace. The course can be completed in one sitting or a little at a time over several days. Log in and out at any time, and we'll keep track of your progress. Most students finish the course in a few hours.
We’re people, not robots.
Our customer service team, made up of real people with real Hunter Ed experience, is here to provide assistance through all channels—phone, email, and chat.
8:30 a.m. to midnight CST Monday–Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST Saturday & Sunday
Get help seven days a week from professionals like Bill, Diana, Heidi, Laura, Lilibeth, Liz, Marc, Nichole, and Thomas.
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Montana Approved
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
1420 E. Sixth Ave.
P.O. Box 200701
Helena, MT 59620-0701
Made in the U.S.A.
This safety course is proudly made in Dallas, Texas, U.S.A., and our servers and data storage facilities are located within the U.S.A.
How do I get my Hunter Education Certificate?
1. Study and pass the online course.
Study and pass the $25.00 course. Throughout the Montana Hunter Ed Course, you’ll be tested on what you’ve learned.
2. Complete your age-dependent certification requirements.
If you were born on or before 01/01/1985, after successfully completing the online course, you’ll immediately print out your Hunter Education Certificate. Passing the online course will complete your education certification requirement.
If you were born after 01/01/1985, immediately print out your proof of online course completion, which you will need to bring with you to the Field Day. You need to locate and sign up for the Field Day. To sign up, go to http://www.register-ed.com/programs/34.
Remember: Passing the online course does not guarantee you a spot at the Field Day.
3. Get your Hunter Education Certificate.
If you were born on or before 01/01/1985, you’ll print your permanent Hunter Education Certificate after successfully passing the course and paying the fee.
If you were born after 01/01/1985, the Hunter Education Certificate will be given to you after you complete the Field Day.
Need help? Here are the answers to the questions Montana Hunting students most frequently ask.
Frequently Asked Questions