updated 11/26/2024
For ALL Patton class or VE Session location please click:
Directions, Rules and Map
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IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR THOSE COMING TO ANY OF THE BELOW LICENSE TESTING SESSIONS
NOTE: Beginning May 20, 2021, all amateur examination applicants will be required to provide an FCC Registration Number (FRN) to the Volunteer Examiners (VEs) before taking an amateur exam. This is necessary due to changes the FCC has made to its licensing system.
Amateur candidates who already have an FCC license, whether for amateur radio or in another service, already have an FRN and can use the same number. All prospective new FCC licensees, however, will be required to obtain an FRN before the examination and provide that number to the volunteer examiners on the Form 605 license application.
What is an FRN?
An FRN, or FCC Registration Number, is a ten digit number that identifies your business dealings with the FCC. The FCC requires a permanent address, so they can reach you if need be. Follow these steps below to register:
- Visit the link: https://apps.fcc.gov/cores/html/Register_New_FRN.htm
- In the box labeled “Select one of the following” click “Register”
- Indicate you are an “Individual” since you are registering for your personal Ham license by clicking the option and then click continue.
- Fill out the form with your personal information used to register for the FRN.
5. Click submit at the bottom, and you’re finished
6. Make sure to bring this number with you at time of testing.
How long should it take to receive your FRN?
Immediately after submitting your form, you will receive your FRN on the registration confirmation web page. You will not have to wait for mail, and if you need to make any immediate changes to your registration information you are able to do so.
Looking up your FRN in the database
Visit https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/simpleSearch.do and look up your FRN profile. This search can be done by FRN number, Business name, Last name, or EIN used to register.
Please have your FRN information available on test day and for future use with the FCC, do not lose your number. If you fail to bring the FRN information with you at testing time, you will not be allowed to test.
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LOCAL ARRL LICENSE TESTING SESSIONS
WHAT TO BRING TO THE TEST SESSION:
If you are testing for the first time, bring drivers license and payment along with your FRN. If you’re testing to upgrade your license, bring your current license, drivers license and payment and FRN.
TESTING COSTS:
Most VE Testing sites charge $15.00 per test. Please contact the VEC (contact person shown) at the location you wish to attend prior to testing for cost and any update information.
Redlands
DATE: 1st Saturday each month – 8:30 am
LOCATION: Plymouth Village
945 Salem Dr Redlands 92373 – Brewster Room Lower Level
Contact: Keith E. Kasin. AI6BX (909) 478-4351
Email: ai6bx@arrl.net
San Bernardino
DATE: 3rd Saturday of each month – 8:00 am
LOCATION: Citrus Belt Amateur Radio Club @ Patton State Hospital 3102 E. Highland Ave in the Staff Development Center (follow the VE signs)
Contact: Moe DeLeon, AC2M (909) 754-4340
Email: ac2m@w6jbt.org
Mentone
DATE: Email for Dates and Time
LOCATION:
Mill Creek Cattle Company
1874 Mentone Blvd
Mentone CA 92359-1512
Contact: Keith E. Kasin
(909) 478-4351
Email: ai6bx@arrl.net
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Loma Linda
Date: Email for Dates, Times and Location
Contact: Keith T. Tomas, KE6TT (909) 214-0779
Email: keith.ke6tt@gmail.com
License Classes
In Highland and Redlands area
Technician License Class
This Citrus Belt Amateur Radio Club class will be scheduled once we have enough students signed up. Please contact us for more info.
Book: 2022-2026 Technician Class by Gordon West, WB6NOA
ISBN-10: 0945053010
ISBN-13: 978-0945053019
Book Cost: $20.00 – $25.00 (depends on where purchased)
Class Cost: Free if you are a member of CBARC, $20 for Non-Members
General License Class
This Citrus Belt Amateur Radio Club class will be scheduled when enough students are signed up. Please contact us for more info.
Book: 2023-2027 General Class by Gordon West, WB6NOA
ISBN-10: 094505307X
ISBN-13: 978-0945053071
Book Cost: $20.00 – $25.00 (depends on where purchased)
Class Cost: Free if you are a member of CBARC, $20 for Non-Members
Amateur Extra License Class
This Citrus Belt Amateur Radio Club class will be scheduled when enough students are signed up. Please contact us for more info.
Book: 2020-2024 Extra Class by Gordon West, WB6NOA
ISBN-10: 0945053975
ISBN-13: 978-0945053972
Book Cost: $30.00 – $40.00 (depends on where purchased)
Class Cost: Free if you are a member of CBARC, $20 for Non-Members
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