Official Tennessee Hunter Safety Course Online
Take this Tennessee–approved course to complete your online hunter safety education.
unlimited exam attempts
Lifetime Card Do you need Tennessee Hunting education?
You need education if you were born on or after Jan. 1, 1969.
Get Hunting certified in 3 steps.
Study and pass the $28.95 online course.
Finish any other requirements.
Get ready to go hunting!
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Requirements
Hunters 21+ pass this course and apply for a TWRA permit.
You must be at least 9 years old to take this online course.
You must be a resident of Tennessee to take the online course.
After this Course
If you are under 21 years of age when you REGISTER for this course, you must pass this online course and 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 Tennessee Hunting Safety Education
This official training program is developed to meet the standards for Hunting safety education established by Tennessee. 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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Tennessee Approved
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
440 Hogan Rd.
Nashville, TN 37220
Made in the U.S.A.
This safety course is proudly made to serve students, agencies, and organizations worldwide.
How do I get my Hunter Education Card?
1. Study and pass the online course.
Study and pass the $28.95 course. Throughout the Tennessee Hunter Ed Course, you’ll be tested on what you’ve learned.
2. Complete your age-dependent certification requirements.
If you are 21 years or older, after successfully completing the online course, you’ll immediately print out your Online Component Completion Certificate. After you complete the course, you must apply for a TWRA field day exemption type 013 permit. You are not legally certified until you have applied for a TWRA field day exemption type 013 permit.
If you are under 21 years of age, you’ll immediately print out your Field Day Qualifier Voucher, 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 https://twra.state.tn.us/HunterEdEventRegistration/?progid1=1&progid2=2.
Remember: Passing the online course does not guarantee you a spot at the Field Day.
3. Get your Hunter Education Card.
If you are 21 years or older, your permanent Hunter Education Card will be mailed to you by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.
If you are under 21 years of age, you'll receive your permanent Hunter Education Card after successfully completing the Field Day.
Need help? Here are the answers to the questions Tennessee Hunting students most frequently ask.
Frequently Asked Questions