Missouri's hunter education course is required for any hunter born on or after Jan. Learn what the course covers and where to take it, including online options.
We do accept complete certifications from all other states. Note: Anyone age 16 or older at the time of registration who completes the online portion does not need to complete Step 2. After successfully completing the skills session and passing a question, multiple-choice final with a score of 80 percent or better, you will receive a temporary certificate so you can purchase a permit and hunt immediately.
Missouri residents 16 years of age and older can complete the entire program online. Take a class online for a fee paid to online course provider. Participants age 16 and older can now choose between two online options to complete the all-online certification course. Both online options meet the certification requirement for participants age 16 and older. You do not have to attend a skill session. Includes everything you need to study for the in-person skills session.
Students complete in-course lessons and challenges that allow for a higher level of understanding and in-field confidence. Perfect for all ages! Our interactive hunter education course focuses on real-life scenarios and features learning challenges and assessments to measure your progress. If you plan to hunt during a Missouri firearms season or you are acting as an adult mentor, you MUST first complete an approved hunter-education certification program and provide proof of completion UNLESS:.
Not if we can verify your certification electronically, which will usually be the case. If electronic verification is not possible, you MUST provide proof of hunter-education certification.
