Amateur Radio and Commercial License Testing

No test will be given on Holidays

Amateur license testing is conducted the first Saturday of each month. Tests start between 9:15 AM and 9:45AM. This applies to both the ARRL Amateur and W5YI Commercial License sessions. Please try to arrive by 9:45AM. Testing fee for Amateur test is $15.00 and one fee covers all tests as long as the candidate successfully passes the preceding element. When an element is failed an additional fee will be required for retakes. Walk-ins are welcome for Amateur exams.

 

You need to bring the following in order to get credit for a test.

- A photocopy of your current license if already licensed.

- A copy of your CSCEs if you have one issued within the last 365 days.

- Either cash or check made payable to "ARRL-VEC" for the amount of $15.00.

- Two forms of ID, one must be a picture ID if age 16 or older

- You will need to know your Social Security number or FRN.

 

Amateur and Commercial exams can be scheduled by contacting Judy Gardner: aa9gw@cfl.rr.com or by phone at 321-327-7160. Fees for the Commercial elements are $50.00 for the first 2 element and $25.00 for each additional element. Amateur and Commercial testing is conducted at Chief Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church, 3125 Main St, Melbourne, Florida.