Official Nebraska Hunter/Bowhunter Safety Course Online
Take this Nebraska–approved course to complete your online hunter and bowhunter safety education.
unlimited exam attempts
Lifetime Card
Do you need Nebraska Hunter and Bowhunter education?
You need education if you are 12 through 29 years old, and you must carry proof of successful completion of firearm hunter education while hunting with a firearm or airgun.
How to Get your Hunter Education Certificate in 4 Easy Steps
Step 1
est. 2–3 mins
Sign Up
Sign up for a Hunter Ed account, pay for the official course, and get started. It only takes a few minutes.
Step 2
est. 3–4 hrs
Study & Pass the Online Course
Take the course on desktop, tablet or mobile. We automatically save your progress so you can learn at your own pace.
Step 3
est. 1–5 mins
Print Your Temp Card Immediately
After passing the online course, you're able to print your hunter education certificate immediately.
Step 4
est. 0 mins
Go Hunting!
That's it. You're ready to buy your tag and hit the field.
Nebraska Game & Parks Commission Requirements
You must be at least 11 years old to take this online course.
You do not have to be a resident of Nebraska to take this online course.
After This Course
If you are under 16 years of age when you REGISTER for this course, you must pass this online course and attend the Hunt Safe Session to complete your hunter and bowhunter safety certification.
What to Expect From Hunter Ed
Live‐Action, High‐Definition Videos
Our course videos feature a combination of professional educators (who double as professional actors), entertaining storylines, and up‐to‐date scenarios that give you one of the most effective ways to learn safe hunting practices.
Watch this 73-second sample to see how we put you in the hunter’s camo.
Comprehensive Instruction in Nebraska Hunter and Bowhunter Safety Education
This official training program is developed to meet the standards for Hunter and Bowhunter safety education established by Nebraska. Hunter Ed is the only safety course provider that develops print materials on behalf of government agencies responsible for Hunter and Bowhunter laws and regulations.
Learn Your Way on Any Device
Hunter Ed offers online courses that are fully mobile-friendly from start to finish. This safety course is designed to work on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer.
Saved Progress
You may complete the course at your own pace. The course can be completed in one sitting or a little at a time over several days. Log in and out at any time, and we'll keep track of your progress. Most students finish the course in a few hours.
Nebraska Approved
Nebraska Game & Parks Commission
2200 N. 33rd St.
Lincoln, NE 68503
Made in the U.S.A.
This Nebraska hunter safety course is proudly made to serve students, agencies, and organizations in the state of Nebraska and worldwide.
How do I get my Nebraska Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate?
1. Study and pass the Nebraska Game & Parks Commission–Approved online course.
Study and pass the $29.50 course. Throughout the Nebraska Hunter Ed Course, you’ll be tested on what you’ve learned.
2. Print your TEMPORARY Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate.
After successfully completing the online course, you’ll be able to immediately print out your TEMPORARY Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate.
3. Get your Nebraska Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate.
If you are 16 years or older, your permanent Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate and certificate numbers will be available to view and download in your account on the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission permit website: https://www.gooutdoorsne.com/login .
If you are under 16 years of age, you'll receive your permanent Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate after successfully completing an in-person Hunt Safe Session .
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Nebraska Frequently Asked Questions
Price and Payment
How much does the Nebraska Hunter Ed Course cost?
The Nebraska Hunter Ed Course fee is $29.50.
Taking the Course
Do you need Nebraska Hunter and Bowhunter education?
You need education if you are 12 through 29 years old, and you must carry proof of successful completion of firearm hunter education while hunting with a firearm or airgun.
What is the minimum age to take this online course?
You must be at least 11 years old to take this online course.
Do I have to be a resident to take the Nebraska Hunter Ed Course?
You do not have to be a resident of Nebraska to take this online course.
Course Approval and Acceptance
Is the Nebraska Hunter Ed Course approved by the Nebraska Game & Parks Commission?
The Nebraska Hunter Ed Course is approved and accepted by the Nebraska Game & Parks Commission.
Is my Nebraska Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate accepted elsewhere?
All U.S. states, provinces, and other countries that have mandatory hunter education requirements will accept the Nebraska Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate. Likewise, Nebraska will accept Hunter Education certifications that are issued by other jurisdictions that meet official IHEA-USA requirements. (This is known as “reciprocity.”)
Quizzes and/or Exams
I failed a unit quiz. Have I failed the course?
If you fail a unit quiz, you can take it again until you pass. You must score at least 80% on the unit quizzes to pass.
Do I have to take an online exam?
The Licensed Hunter Exam is the exam you take at the end of the online course. You must score at least 85% on the exam to pass. You have unlimited attempts to pass the exam. If you don’t complete the exam in one session, don’t worry. When you log in later, you will be taken to the first unanswered question of the exam.
About Your Certification
What is the proof of online Nebraska Hunter Ed Course completion?
Once you pass the Licensed Hunter Exam and pay for the Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate, you will be able to immediately print out the TEMPORARY Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate. This is your proof of online course completion. You can print the TEMPORARY Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate right then, and/or request that a PDF be emailed to you.
What is the permanent Nebraska Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate?
The Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate is proof that you have successfully completed Nebraska’s Hunter and Bowhunter education requirements.
Your permanent Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate and certificate numbers will be available to view and download in your account on the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission permit website: https://www.gooutdoorsne.com/login.
Replacement of Lost or Damaged Documents
How do I replace my Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
To replace a lost, destroyed, or damaged Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certificate, go to https://www.gooutdoorsne.com/login.
We’re people, not robots.
Your Hunter Ed course comes with a dedicated customer service team made up of real people, not robots. We’re here to provide assistance to you through all channels—phone, email, and chat.
We’re available to help you:
Mon-Fri 8am to 8pm CST
Sat-Sun 8am to 5pm CST
1-800-830-2268 (toll free)
