What is the Ham Radio Crash Course?

Started by Josh Nass (KI6NAZ) as a YouTube channel, Ham Radio Crash Course (HRCC) has evolved into a rapidly growing community of radio ethusiasts that are excited to grow in the hobby, and help others grow as well.

Ham Radio Crash Course is now home to the HRCC Live Stream, HRCC Concise Videos, HRCC Podcast and Ham Nation Show. You can find more information on the HRCC Discord or HRCC Facebook Group.

The Vision

Ham Radio Crash Course is an inclusive community focused on normalizing ham radio, getting people licensed, having fun with everything the hobby has to offer and keeping the bands alive.

-Josh Nass, KI6NAZ

Who may register for this testing session:

• Anyone with an interest in obtaining a new Amateur Radio license or upgrading their existing licenses.
• You may take multiple elements in a single appointment; we just ask that you have studied and are ready to pass.

Fees and Payments

Exam Fees are:

• Minors (17 and under) $5 with an ARRL grant to reimburse the $35 application fee for new hams
• Adults (18 and over) $15

Next Steps

After you register, you will receive a confirmation email from our testing provider ExamTools, and a payment link for the exam fee.

Requirements for testing

• A laptop, computer, tablet or cell phone with stable internet connection, camera, and audio. You may use a phone or tablet as a secondary device to show the room around you, if using a desktop computer.
• A modern browser, such as Chrome, Firefox, or Safari.
• The ability to use Zoom as the video conferencing platform. (A paid Zoom account is not required).
• A testing space that is clear of study materials and clutter. This place will also need to be where no one will disturb you during the exam. (Some great examples include: a porch, bathroom, patio, a spare bedroom, and others. Be creative!!!)
• A photo ID

If you have questions or any difficulties meeting these requirements, please contact us. We are happy to discuss your different options.

Questions

If you have any questions, please email testwithhrcc@gmail.com and we will be happy to help you however possible.