Get started in a fun hobby where you can communicate around the world or across town.
The technician class license is the required entry-level license for ham radio operators. You earn the technician class license by passing one examination of 35 questions on radio theory, regulations and operating practices. This license gives access to all Amateur Radio frequencies above 30 megahertz, allowing these licensees the ability to communicate locally and most often within North America. It also allows for some limited privileges on the HF (also called “short wave”) bands used for international communications.
- When
- Every Wednesday from Feb 5th, 2026, to April 9th from 6:45 to 9:15 pm
- Where
- Online with Zoom, link will be sent to students prior to class. We may also have optional in-person classes for demonstrations. These are not required for the exam but will be very useful to help you understand amateur radio and get on the air. The in-person classes will be at the Chester Bird Post #523 of The American Legion at 200 Lilac Drive 🧭 in Golden Valley, Minnesota.
- Cost
- $10.00 tuition (due first day of class) plus $33 for The ARRL Ham Radio License Manual 5th Edition (available from the ARRL Store and from other vendors) which you must purchase yourself.
Registration
Register, or get answers to your questions, by contacting registration@mnyarc.org.
Details and a PayPal invoice will be emailed to you after you register for the class.
Please include your name, address, phone number, and your e-mail address in your registration request.
License Testing
Online exams will be offered April 10th at 6:30pm and April 11th at 10:00am for $15. You can test elsewhere if you’d prefer.
Our online license testing sessions prioritize students of our classes . Visit exam.mnyarc.org for more information and to make an appointment to take your test. We will schedule additional sessions depending on the. class size .
About Maple Grove Radio Club
Maple Grove Radio Club is a service oriented club serving the Northwest Twin Cities suburbs by providing assistance to public safety, hospitals, parades, fun runs, bike tours, and antique car runs, [and others.]
- Website
- www.k0ltc.org
- Contact
- Use the contact form or call 763-537-1722
