Hunter Education

August 25, 2022

Question: I recently completed my hunter education course. How do I obtain my hunter education certificate?

Answer: Currently, CDFW’s Hunter Education course is offered in three formats – traditional, hybrid and online. The traditional and hybrid courses include in-person instruction and testing. Those who successfully complete one of these courses will be issued a card-style hunter education certificate by the instructor. The online only course allows you to print out a paper certificate upon completion. Regardless of which course format you complete, a Hunter Education certificate on durable license paper can also be purchased through CDFW’s Online License Sales and Services(opens in new tab) webpage by following these steps: login, select “Purchase Licenses,” then select “Hunter Education,” and then “Hunter Education Certificate (Dup).” For additional information about both basic Hunter Education and Advanced Hunter Education, please visit CDFW's California Hunter Education web page.

You may also consider purchasing a lifetime license. There are two types: the lifetime fishing license and lifetime hunting license. To learn more, visit CDFW’s Lifetime Licensing web page.

Welcome to the ranks of California hunters! We wish you many memorable and successful seasons ahead.