Texas Hunter Safety Course
Hunters, born on or after September 2, 1971, are required to complete an approved hunter safety education course.
Cost: $29.95 + $5 fee (Hunters over 17 will also pay a $5.00 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department fee).
Hunters 17 & under, see below.
Approved by Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
This Course is a IHEA-USA and Texas Parks & Wildlife Approved Course.
How it works
Complete Course Online
Take the course online and at your convenience. Log in and study at your own pace, progress is saved when you log out.
Pass Online Exam
Certified Hunter meets TPWD's hunter education requirements for adults (17+). Once you finish, TPWD will email your permanent certificate which is recognized in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. This is a fully online course for students 17 and up
Print Temporary Card and Go Hunting
When you pass, print your Hunter Education Certificate. This Certificate is good for life and doesn't need to be renewed. Happy Hunting!
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Certification Requirements
Certification for Ages 17 and Older
- Step 1: Complete the Course: Finish and pay for the course to receive a temporary Hunter Education Certificate.
- Step 2: Print Your temporary Certificate: Available for immediate download and printing.
- Step 3: Get Your Permanent Certificate: Your information will be sent to TPWD, after processing the TPWD will email a link to print your Permanent Certificate.
Certification for Under Age 17 (coming soon)
- Step 1: Finish the Online Course: You'll receive a proof of completion upon passing.
- Step 2: Register for a Field Day Course: Remeber to bring your proof of completion to the in-person Field Day course. Register HERE
- Step 3: Attend the Field Day Course: Hands-on, in-person practical training to accompany your online theory eduction.
- Step 4: Earn Your Certification: After completing both parts, you’ll receive your official Hunter Education Certificate from TPWD.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone born on or after September 2, 1971 must complete a TPWD-approved hunter education course or hold a valid deferral to legally hunt in Texas.
Yes. The Texas Hunter Education Certificates are accepted in all U.S. states, Mexico and Canadian provinces that require hunter education, thanks to interstate reciprocity agreements.
The Texas online Hunter Education Course costs $29.95. For those over 17, hunters will be required to pay a $5.00 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department fee.
Yes, if you are age 17 or older, you can complete the entire course online. Those under 17 must complete the online course and attend an in-person Field Day (register HERE)
You must be at least 9 years old to take the course.
Online course duration is around 4–6 hours, including chapter quizzes and final exam.
The final exam consists of 60 multiple-choice questions, with unlimited attempts allowed.
Ages 17+: Must pass quizzes and the final exam with at least 75%. Unlimited attempts allowed.
Yes. Unlimited attempts are allowed.
Yes. 17+: Print a Temporary Student Card immediately. Under 17: Show your online course completion component to your Instructor on the Field Day.
After completion, ages 17+ receive a temporary certificate immediately and the permanent one via email. Under-17s must complete a Field Day to receive their certificate.
Data is transferred within 21 days; TPWD typically sends a download link within 7–30 days.
Yes. Texas Hunter Education Certificate meets IHEA-USA standards and is accepted in all U.S. states, Mexico, and Canadian provinces.
No. Texas hunter education certification is valid for life.
You can reprint your Hunter Education Certificate from the TPWD 'Am I Certified?' portal or mobile app.
An internet-capable device (computer, phone, or tablet) and a printer for certificates.
No. They are not exempt and must complete the course if born on or after September 2, 1971. If you are active or retired, military, fire, or police, please reach out to us for a discount.