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SUMMARY:VE Test Session - Field Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nGet an FRN Number from the FCC\nWe test under the Laurel VEC which doesn’t charge an examination fee (ARRL VEC and others do). On the FCC side of things\, Ham Radio licenses used to be no charge…but the FCC recently changed that in 2022. They now charge a fee ($35) on their side. To streamline the process\, the FCC requires new applicants to pre-register via the FCC’s COmmission REgistration System (CORES)\, to obtain an FRN\, and it requires applicants to use their FRNs when filing Form 605 at the exam session. The FRN uniquely identifies an applicant in all transactions with the FCC. As of Spring of 2022\, use of Social Security Numbers on Form 605 is no longer permitted. \nNote that if you are upgrading to a higher amateur radio class from an existing class or have other/previous licensing with the FCC\, such as a GMRS license\, then you should already have a FRN Number. Be sure to locate that and bring it with you for your exam session. \n \nTaking the Exam and What to Bring\nWhat to Bring\n\nYour FCC issued FRN Number (see the section above).\nOne legal photo ID (identification):\n\nState Driver’s License\nGovernment issued Passport\nMilitary or Law Enforcement Officer Photo ID card\nStudent School Photo ID card\nState Photo ID card\n\n\nIf no photo ID is available\, two forms of identification:\n\nNon-photo State ID card (some states still have them)\nBirth certificate (must have the appropriate seal)\nSocial security card\nEmployer’s wage statement or Minor’s work permit\nSchool ID card\nSchool or Public Library card\nUtility bill\, bank statement or other business correspondence that specifically names the person; or a postmarked envelope addressed to the person at his or her current mailing address as it appears on the Form 605.\n\n\nStudents/minors without a photo ID need to bring only one of the above items if a legal guardian presents their photo ID; otherwise two non-photo IDs are required. Minor children (under the age of 18) may be accompanied in the room by an adult during the test.\nFor those upgrading license classes\, bring a printed copy of your Amateur Radio license or be able to show proof of the license in the official FCC database. The original(s) and photocopy(s) of any Certificates of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) you may hold from previous exam sessions. If your license has already been issued by the FCC\, the CSCE showing license credit is not needed.\nTwo number two pencils with erasers and a pen for in-person sessions.\nOPTIONAL: A calculator with the memory erased and formulas cleared is allowed. Slide rules and logarithmic tables are acceptable\, as long as they’re free of notes and formulas. In addition\, iPhones\, iPads\, Androids\, smartphones\, Blackberry devices and all similar electronic devices with a calculator capability\, may NOT be used as a calculator.\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.\n\nWhat is not allowed\n\nYou may not bring any written notes or calculations into the exam session.\nCell phones must be silenced or turned off during the exam session and put away. The phones’ calculator function may not be used.\nSmart watches or any type of “smart” accessories must be removed and put away. \nPlease do not bring food or drinks in the exam session. Bottled water is acceptable.\nYou may not leave the exam session to go to the bathroom once your test is underway. Please use the restroom before your exam session. If you are testing for multiple elements\, you may be permitted to go to the bathroom between element exam sessions.\n\nAfter the Exam – Pay the FCC\nAfter a user passes their exam and it’s been filed with the FCC\, they will have a 10-day window to log in and pay the FCC the $35 fee.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-field-day-2024/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Community and Technical College\, 13650 Apple Harvest Drive\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25403\, United States
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
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SUMMARY:VE Test Session - Field Day 2023
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nGet an FRN Number from the FCC\nWe test under the Laurel VEC which doesn’t charge an examination fee (ARRL VEC and others do). On the FCC side of things\, Ham Radio licenses used to be no charge…but the FCC recently changed that in 2022. They now charge a fee ($35) on their side. To streamline the process\, the FCC requires new applicants to pre-register via the FCC’s COmmission REgistration System (CORES)\, to obtain an FRN\, and it requires applicants to use their FRNs when filing Form 605 at the exam session. The FRN uniquely identifies an applicant in all transactions with the FCC. As of Spring of 2022\, use of Social Security Numbers on Form 605 is no longer permitted. \nNote that if you are upgrading to a higher amateur radio class from an existing class or have other/previous licensing with the FCC\, such as a GMRS license\, then you should already have a FRN Number. Be sure to locate that and bring it with you for your exam session. \n \nTaking the Exam and What to Bring\nWhat to Bring\n\nYour FCC issued FRN Number (see the section above).\nOne legal photo ID (identification):\n\nState Driver’s License\nGovernment issued Passport\nMilitary or Law Enforcement Officer Photo ID card\nStudent School Photo ID card\nState Photo ID card\n\n\nIf no photo ID is available\, two forms of identification:\n\nNon-photo State ID card (some states still have them)\nBirth certificate (must have the appropriate seal)\nSocial security card\nEmployer’s wage statement or Minor’s work permit\nSchool ID card\nSchool or Public Library card\nUtility bill\, bank statement or other business correspondence that specifically names the person; or a postmarked envelope addressed to the person at his or her current mailing address as it appears on the Form 605.\n\n\nStudents/minors without a photo ID need to bring only one of the above items if a legal guardian presents their photo ID; otherwise two non-photo IDs are required. Minor children (under the age of 18) may be accompanied in the room by an adult during the test.\nFor those upgrading license classes\, bring a printed copy of your Amateur Radio license or be able to show proof of the license in the official FCC database. The original(s) and photocopy(s) of any Certificates of Successful Completion of Examination (CSCE) you may hold from previous exam sessions. If your license has already been issued by the FCC\, the CSCE showing license credit is not needed.\nTwo number two pencils with erasers and a pen for in-person sessions.\nOPTIONAL: A calculator with the memory erased and formulas cleared is allowed. Slide rules and logarithmic tables are acceptable\, as long as they’re free of notes and formulas. In addition\, iPhones\, iPads\, Androids\, smartphones\, Blackberry devices and all similar electronic devices with a calculator capability\, may NOT be used as a calculator.\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.\n\nWhat is not allowed\n\nYou may not bring any written notes or calculations into the exam session.\nCell phones must be silenced or turned off during the exam session and put away. The phones’ calculator function may not be used.\nSmart watches or any type of “smart” accessories must be removed and put away. \nPlease do not bring food or drinks in the exam session. Bottled water is acceptable.\nYou may not leave the exam session to go to the bathroom once your test is underway. Please use the restroom before your exam session. If you are testing for multiple elements\, you may be permitted to go to the bathroom between element exam sessions.\n\nAfter the Exam – Pay the FCC\nAfter a user passes their exam and it’s been filed with the FCC\, they will have a 10-day window to log in and pay the FCC the $35 fee.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-field-day-2023/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Community and Technical College\, 13650 Apple Harvest Drive\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25403\, United States
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
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UID:1017-1561201200-1561210200@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:VE Test Session - Field Day 2019
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nWhat to Bring\n\nA photo ID. Children without photo IDs may be tested providing that they can prove their identity to the satisfaction of the LARC VEC Team Leader.\nIf upgrading your license\, a copy of your current\, signed\, amateur radio operator’s license.\nThe original and a copy of any document on which you will be relying to prove element credit. These documents may include:\n\nA Technician license (Original and/or a photocopy) granted prior to March 21\, 1987 Element Credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled General class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Advanced class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Amateur Extra class license. Element credit: Elements 3 and 4.\n\n\nA letter from the FCC confirming that you previously held a specific class of license for which you will be given credit for the Element 3 exams.\nAn unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Exam (CSCE) indicating the credit(s) earned\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-field-day-2019/
LOCATION:Bendington Ruritan Club\, 3947 Williamsport Pike\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25404
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Shane Dunahugh (N3RTD)":MAILTO:n3rtd@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180623T100000
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SUMMARY:VE Test Session - Field Day 2018
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nWhat to Bring\n\nA photo ID. Children without photo IDs may be tested providing that they can prove their identity to the satisfaction of the LARC VEC Team Leader.\nIf upgrading your license\, a copy of your current\, signed\, amateur radio operator’s license.\nThe original and a copy of any document on which you will be relying to prove element credit. These documents may include:\n\nA Technician license (Original and/or a photocopy) granted prior to March 21\, 1987 Element Credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled General class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Advanced class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Amateur Extra class license. Element credit: Elements 3 and 4.\n\n\nA letter from the FCC confirming that you previously held a specific class of license for which you will be given credit for the Element 3 exams.\nAn unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Exam (CSCE) indicating the credit(s) earned\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-field-day-2018/
LOCATION:Bendington Ruritan Club\, 3947 Williamsport Pike\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25404
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Shane Dunahugh (N3RTD)":MAILTO:n3rtd@yahoo.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091401
CREATED:20170926T203536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170926T233223Z
UID:792-1498298400-1498305600@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:VE Test Session - Field Day 2017
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nWhat to Bring\n\nA photo ID. Children without photo IDs may be tested providing that they can prove their identity to the satisfaction of the LARC VEC Team Leader.\nIf upgrading your license\, a copy of your current\, signed\, amateur radio operator’s license.\nThe original and a copy of any document on which you will be relying to prove element credit. These documents may include:\n\nA Technician license (Original and/or a photocopy) granted prior to March 21\, 1987 Element Credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled General class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Advanced class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Amateur Extra class license. Element credit: Elements 3 and 4.\n\n\nA letter from the FCC confirming that you previously held a specific class of license for which you will be given credit for the Element 3 exams.\nAn unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Exam (CSCE) indicating the credit(s) earned\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-fd2017/
LOCATION:Poor House Farm Park\, Poor House Rd\, Martinsburg\, WV\, 25403
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Shane Dunahugh (N3RTD)":MAILTO:n3rtd@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091401
CREATED:20160422T232443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170926T232936Z
UID:797-1492855200-1492862400@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:VE Test Session - April 2017
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nWhat to Bring\n\nA photo ID. Children without photo IDs may be tested providing that they can prove their identity to the satisfaction of the LARC VEC Team Leader.\nIf upgrading your license\, a copy of your current\, signed\, amateur radio operator’s license.\nThe original and a copy of any document on which you will be relying to prove element credit. These documents may include:\n\nA Technician license (Original and/or a photocopy) granted prior to March 21\, 1987 Element Credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled General class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Advanced class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Amateur Extra class license. Element credit: Elements 3 and 4.\n\n\nA letter from the FCC confirming that you previously held a specific class of license for which you will be given credit for the Element 3 exams.\nAn unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Exam (CSCE) indicating the credit(s) earned\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-april-2017/
LOCATION:Black Dog Coffee Shop\, 8001 Charles Town Rd\, Shenandoah Junction\, WV\, 25442\, United States
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Shane Dunahugh (N3RTD)":MAILTO:n3rtd@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T091401
CREATED:20160827T124425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160827T171017Z
UID:466-1472292000-1472299200@k8ep.com
SUMMARY:VE Test Session - August 2016
DESCRIPTION:We will be administering VE Test session for new and upgraded amateur radio licenses administered under the Laurel VEC. Exam sessions given under this VEC are free of cost. Please see below for additional details of the test session. \nWhat to Bring\n\nA photo ID. Children without photo IDs may be tested providing that they can prove their identity to the satisfaction of the LARC VEC Team Leader.\nIf upgrading your license\, a copy of your current\, signed\, amateur radio operator’s license.\nThe original and a copy of any document on which you will be relying to prove element credit. These documents may include:\n\nA Technician license (Original and/or a photocopy) granted prior to March 21\, 1987 Element Credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled General class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Advanced class license. Element credit: Element 3.\nAn expired and subsequently cancelled Amateur Extra class license. Element credit: Elements 3 and 4.\n\n\nA letter from the FCC confirming that you previously held a specific class of license for which you will be given credit for the Element 3 exams.\nAn unexpired Certificate of Successful Completion of Exam (CSCE) indicating the credit(s) earned\nA positive attitude and some patience. The folks administering the exams are dedicated volunteers. They will do their best to get you tested\, your exam graded\, inform you of the results\, and if applicable\, prepare and present to you a certificate stating you have earned a license or an upgrade as quickly as possible.
URL:https://k8ep.com/event/ve-test-session-august-2016/
LOCATION:Black Dog Coffee Shop\, 8001 Charles Town Rd\, Shenandoah Junction\, WV\, 25442\, United States
CATEGORIES:VE Test Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Shane Dunahugh (N3RTD)":MAILTO:n3rtd@yahoo.com
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