Amateur Radio Classes

The St. Charles Amateur Radio Club sponsored Amateur Radio Technician License and Extra Class License Upgrade courses for Fall 2026 are in-person classes at the community college. Classes begin Tuesday September 15, at the Saint Charles Community College, 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, Cottleville, MO 63376. McGuire Hall.

Technician License

The Technician class license is the entry-level license of choice for most new ham radio operators. To earn the Technician license requires passing one examination totaling 35 questions on radio theory, regulations and operating practices. The license gives access to all Amateur Radio frequencies above 30 megahertz, allowing these licensees the ability to communicate locally and most often within North America. It also allows for some limited privileges on the HF (also called "short wave") bands used for international communications.

Textbook required, ARRL Ham Radio License Manual 6th Edition (Spiral Bound) ISBN: 978-1-62595-239-4 $32.95. Buy from the ARRL.


Class Tuesday 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm; 10 sessions starting September 15th and ending November 17th (exam date).
Tuition: $35.00
Instructor: Multiple
Location: St. Charles Community College, McGuire Hall Rm 106
Registration Closes On: first night of class

Class ID:22320  Register here

Amateur General Class License Upgrade

Upgrading to General class License is your next step expand your experience to worldwide communication! You'll enjoy access to major portions of all amateur HF bands and learn how propagation effects long range radio communications. Increase your knowledge of analog and digital communications using 100 watts or less and a simple antenna.

Textbook required, ARRL General Class License Manual 10th Edition (Spiral Bound) ISBN: 978-1-62595-171-7 $32.95. Buy from the ARRL.

Class Tuesday 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm; 10 sessions starting September 15th and ending November 17th (exam date).
Tuition: $35.00
Instructor: Multiple
Location: St. Charles Community College, McGuire Hall Rm 108
Registration Closes On: first night of class

Class ID:22321  Register here


Monthly Examination Sessions

Sessions are held before club meetings at 6:00 pm on the 4th Monday of the month (except December) at the club meeting location. Please notify either Wayne AB0GR@arrl.net or Ken W0KAH@arrl.net