Official Montana Hunter Safety Course Online
Take this Montana–approved course to complete your online hunter safety education. Hunter-ed.com is a delegated provider for the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks.
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Do you need Montana Hunting education?
You need education to purchase a Montana hunting license if you were born after Jan. 1, 1985.
Get hunter certified in 3 steps.
Study and pass the $25.00 online course.
Print your online course completion document.
Get ready to go hunting!
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Requirements
You must have been born on or before January 16, 2011, to take this online course.
You do not have to be a resident of Montana to take this online course.
What 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.
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 to serve students, agencies, and organizations worldwide.
How do I get my Montana 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. Print your Hunter Education Certificate.
After successfully completing the online course, you’ll be able to immediately print out your Hunter Education Certificate.
3. Get ready to go hunting!
The Hunter Education Certificate you printed in step 2 serves as your permanent certificate and allows you to legally purchase a hunting license or permit where required.
Get Started
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You can take advantage of this offer during checkout.
CATCHIN' DEERS
The lads at CATCHIN' DEERS are committed to designing apparel inspired by the hunt camp and built for the hunter's lifestyle.
Hunter-ed students get a 10% coupon code for CATCHIN' DEERS gear in their dashboard.
Montana Frequently Asked Questions
Price and Payment
How much does the Montana Hunter Ed Course cost?
The Montana Hunter Ed Course fee is $25.00.
Taking the Course
Do you need Montana Hunting education?
You need education to purchase a Montana hunting license if you were born after Jan. 1, 1985.
What is the minimum age to take this online course?
You must have been born on or before January 16, 2011, to take this online course.
Do I have to be a resident to take the Montana Hunter Ed Course?
You do not have to be a resident of Montana to take this online course.
Course Approval and Acceptance
Is the Montana Hunter Ed Course approved by the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks?
The Montana Hunter Ed Course is approved and accepted by the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks.
Is my Montana Hunter Education Certificate accepted elsewhere?
All U.S. states, provinces, and other countries that have mandatory hunter education requirements will accept the Montana Hunter Education Certificate. Likewise, Montana will accept Hunter Education certifications that are issued by other jurisdictions that meet official IHEA-USA requirements. (This is known as “reciprocity.”)
Quizzes and/or Exams
I failed a unit quiz. Have I failed the course?
If you fail a unit quiz, you can take it again until you pass. You must score at least 80% on the unit quizzes to pass.
Do I have to take an online exam?
The Online Qualifier Exam is the exam you take at the end of the online course. You must score at least 85% on the exam to pass. You have unlimited attempts to pass the exam. If you don’t complete the exam in one session, don’t worry. When you log in later, you will be taken to the first unanswered question of the exam.
About Your Certification
What is the proof of online Montana Hunter Ed Course completion?
Once you pass and pay for the online course, you will be able to immediately print out the Hunter Education Certificate. This is your proof of online course completion, and it serves as your permanent certificate.
Replacement of Lost or Damaged Documents
How do I replace my permanent card or certificate if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
To replace a lost or destroyed Hunter Education Certificate, log in to the course and print a new one.
We’re people, not robots.
Your Hunter Ed course comes with a dedicated customer service team made up of real people, not robots. We’re here to provide assistance to you through all channels—phone, email, and chat.
We’re available to help you:
9:00am to Midnight EST, seven days a week.
1-800-830-2268 (toll free)
