Official Missouri Prescribed Burn Course Online
Take this Missouri–approved course to complete your online prescribed burn education.
Do you need Missouri Burning education?
You need education if you are a private land owner who wants to receive a prescribed fire burn plan prepared by the Missouri Department of Conservation.
Missouri Department of Conservation Requirements
There is no minimum age requirement to take this online course.
You do not have to be a resident of Missouri to take this online course.
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Comprehensive Instruction in Missouri Burning Safety Education
This official training program is developed to meet the standards for Burning safety education established by Missouri. Hunter Ed is the only safety course provider that develops print materials on behalf of government agencies responsible for Burning laws and regulations.
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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.
Missouri Approved
Missouri Department of Conservation
Conservation Headquarters
2901 W. Truman Blvd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Made in the U.S.A.
This Missouri prescribed burn course is proudly made to serve students in the state of Missouri.
How do I get my Missouri Certified Burner Certification?
1. Study and pass the Missouri Department of Conservation–Approved online course.
Study and pass the $25 course. Throughout the Prescribed Burning for Missouri Land Managers Course, you’ll be tested on what you’ve learned.
2. Sign up for and attend the In-Person Field Day.
Immediately print out your Certificate of Completion, which you will need to bring with you to the In-Person Field Day. You will be contacted by the MDC with potential dates to schedule your In-Person Field Day.
3. Get your Missouri Certified Burner Certification.
You’ll receive your permanent Certified Burner Certification after successfully completing the In-Person Field Day.
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Missouri Frequently Asked Questions
Price and Payment
How much does the Prescribed Burning for Missouri Land Managers Course cost?
The Prescribed Burning for Missouri Land Managers Course fee is $25.
Taking the Course
Do you need Missouri Burning education?
You need education if you are a private land owner who wants to receive a prescribed fire burn plan prepared by the Missouri Department of Conservation.
What is the minimum age to take this online course?
There is no minimum age requirement to take this online course.
Do I have to be a resident to take the Prescribed Burning for Missouri Land Managers Course?
You do not have to be a resident of Missouri to take this online course.
Course Approval and Acceptance
Is the Prescribed Burning for Missouri Land Managers Course approved by the Missouri Department of Conservation?
The Prescribed Burning for Missouri Land Managers Course is approved and accepted by the Missouri Department of Conservation.
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 Final Exam is the exam you take at the end of the online course. You must score at least 80% 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 Prescribed Burning for Missouri Land Managers Course completion?
Once you pass the Final Exam and pay for the Certified Burner Certification, you will be able to immediately print out the Certificate of Completion. This is your proof of online course completion. You can print the Certificate of Completion right then, and/or request that a PDF be emailed to you.
What is the permanent Missouri Certified Burner Certification?
The Certified Burner Certification is proof that you have successfully completed all the prescribed burn education requirements in Missouri.
You will receive the Certified Burner Certification from the Missouri Department of Conservation after you successfully complete the In-Person Field Day.
Replacement of Lost or Damaged Documents
How do I replace my Certified Burner Certification if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
To replace a lost, destroyed, or damaged Certified Burner Certification, go to https://mdc.mo.gov/your-property/fire-management/prescribed-fire.
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