Official Maryland Hunter Safety Course Online
Take this Maryland–approved course to complete your online hunter safety education. Hunter-ed.com is a delegated provider for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
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Do you need Maryland Hunting education?
You need education if you are a first-time hunter or if you do not have proof that you held a hunting license issued before July 1, 1977.
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. 30-60 mins
Complete Additional State Requirements
Before obtaining your certification and hitting the field, you'll need to complete your state's in-person requirements.
Step 4
est. 0 mins
Go Hunting!
That's it. You're ready to buy your tag and hit the field.
Maryland Department of Natural Resources Requirements
You must be at least 13 years old to take this online course.
You do not have to be a resident of Maryland to take this online course.
After This Course
After passing the online course, you are required to attend the Field Day Workshop to complete your hunting 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 Maryland Hunting Safety Education
This official training program is developed to meet the standards for Hunting safety education established by Maryland. Hunter Ed is the only safety course provider that develops print materials on behalf of government agencies responsible for Hunting 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.
Maryland Approved
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
580 Taylor Avenue
Annapolis, MD 21401
Made in the U.S.A.
This Maryland hunter safety course is proudly made to serve students, agencies, and organizations in the state of Maryland and worldwide.
How do I get my Maryland Hunter Education Certificate?
1. Study and pass the Maryland Department of Natural Resources–Approved online course.
Study and pass the $24.95 course. Throughout the Maryland Hunter Ed Course, you’ll be tested on what you’ve learned.
2. Sign up for and attend the Field Day Workshop.
Immediately print out your Field Day Qualifier Voucher, which you will need to bring with you to the Field Day Workshop. The Field Day Qualifier Voucher is good for 365 days. You need to locate and sign up for the Field Day Workshop. To sign up, go to https://register-ed.com/programs/maryland/89. (Visit the Maryland Field Day page to see if you are exempted from attending the Field Day Workshop.)
Remember: Passing the online course does not guarantee you a spot at the Field Day Workshop.
3. Get your Maryland Hunter Education Certificate.
You’ll receive your permanent Hunter Education Certificate after successfully completing the Field Day Workshop. The Hunter Education Certificate will be mailed to you.
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Maryland Frequently Asked Questions
Price and Payment
How much does the Maryland Hunter Ed Course cost?
The Maryland Hunter Ed Course fee is $24.95.
Taking the Course
Do you need Maryland Hunting education?
You need education if you are a first-time hunter or if you do not have proof that you held a hunting license issued before July 1, 1977.
What is the minimum age to take this online course?
You must be at least 13 years old to take this online course.
Do I have to be a resident to take the Maryland Hunter Ed Course?
You do not have to be a resident of Maryland to take this online course.
Course Approval and Acceptance
Is the Maryland Hunter Ed Course approved by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources?
The Maryland Hunter Ed Course is approved and accepted by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
Is my Maryland Hunter Education Certificate accepted elsewhere?
All U.S. states, provinces, and other countries that have mandatory hunter education requirements will accept the Maryland Hunter Education Certificate. Likewise, Maryland 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 Field Day Qualifier Exam is the exam you take at the end of the online course. You must score at least 80% 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 Maryland Hunter Ed Course completion?
Once you pass and pay for the online course, you will be able to immediately print out the Field Day Qualifier Voucher. This is your proof of online course completion. You can print the Field Day Qualifier Voucher right then, and/or request that a PDF be emailed to you. This certificate EXPIRES 365 days after course completion.
What is the permanent Maryland Hunter Education Certificate?
The Hunter Education Certificate is proof that you have successfully completed all the education requirements. The Hunter Education Certificate will be mailed to you by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources after you complete all certification requirements.
Replacement of Lost or Damaged Documents
How do I replace my Hunter Education Certificate if I’ve lost it or it has been damaged?
To replace a lost, destroyed, or damaged Hunter Education Certificate, go to https://dnr.maryland.gov/nrp/Pages/HunterSafetyCard.aspx.
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:
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Sat-Sun 8am to 5pm CST
1-800-830-2268 (toll free)
