New York Hunter Course Information
This article provides course information for New York hunters, including who needs to take the course, course cost, registration requirements, expiration, field day requirements, and what happens after completion.
Who needs to take this course?
You need hunter education to buy a hunting license in New York if you are at least 12 years old, unless you can show proof of having held a hunting license previously.
Available courses
New York hunter education courses are available through the following options:
- Hunter-Ed
- Ilearntohunt
Course information
| Course Information | Hunter-Ed | Ilearntohunt |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $39.95 | $49.95 |
| Language(s) | English; Spanish | English |
| Chapters/Units | 10 Units + Practice Exam | 9 Units + Practice Exam |
| Format/Time | Online & Timed, 3-hour minimum, 4-6 hour average | Online or App, 3 hours |
| Expiration | 90 days | 90 days |
| Extension(s) | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Renew | Yes | Yes |
| Quizzes/Final Exam | Quizzes: 5 questions, 80% to pass, unlimited attempts. Final exam: 50 questions, 80% to pass, unlimited attempts. Students can review. | Quizzes: 5-10 questions, 80% to pass, unlimited attempts. Final exam: 50 questions, 80% to pass, unlimited attempts. |
| Age Restrictions | 11 | 11 |
| Residency Requirement | Yes | Yes |
| Registration Requirement(s) | No | No |
| Field Day | No | No |
| Post Course | Print permanent card or order through ilostmycard.com. If the course was not taken with us or is not in KEGS, refer to the state. | Print permanent card or order through ilostmycard.com. If the course was not taken with us or is not in KEGS, refer to the state. |
| Replacement Card | Log in and print or order through ilostmycard.com | Log in and print or order through ilostmycard.com |
| Exemptions/Benefits | For license only | For license only |
Registration requirements
There are no additional registration requirements listed for New York hunter education courses.
Course expiration and extensions
New York hunter education courses expire after 90 days.
Extensions are available for the following course options:
- Hunter-Ed
- Ilearntohunt
Quizzes and final exam
Exam requirements may vary by course option.
Hunter-Ed: Quizzes include 5 questions. Students must score 80% or higher to pass. Students have unlimited quiz attempts. The final exam includes 50 questions, and students must score 80% or higher to pass. Students have unlimited attempts and can review.
Ilearntohunt: Quizzes include 5-10 questions. Students must score 80% or higher to pass. Students have unlimited quiz attempts. The final exam includes 50 questions, and students must score 80% or higher to pass. Students have unlimited attempts.
Field day requirements
There is no Field Day requirement for New York.
After completing the course
After completing the New York course, students can print their permanent Hunter Education Certification Card.
The certificate is the student’s permanent certificate and allows them to legally purchase a hunting license or permit where required.
A plastic card is not automatically included with the course. It must be added before payment or ordered separately through ilostmycard.com.
If no plastic card is ordered, the student will only receive a printable download.
Military exemptions and benefits
Free hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses may be available to New York residents who have the appropriate sportsman education and are active service members of the military, based on state qualifications.
Students can review military license information here:
https://www.dec.ny.gov/permits/95475.html
Replacement cards
Students can log in and print their certificate or order a plastic card through ilostmycard.com.
Replacement card website:
If the student did not take the course with us and is not located in KEGS, refer them to the state.