Montana Hunter Safety Course Requirements

Hunter education rules before you start the Montana practice test.

Montana hunters generally need hunter safety certification before hunting. Here is what to know before you take the Montana practice test.

Minimum age / certification
Minimum age 10 to enroll in the in-person course; ages 10-11 get an Apprentice certification, full certification at 12; required for anyone born after January 1, 1985.
License year
March 1 through the last day of February.

Official regulations are set by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP). Always confirm current rules there before hunting.

⚠ Some details above came from secondary research rather than a direct read of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP)'s own site — treat them as a starting point, not the final word.

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Start the Montana practice test

(Montana-specific questions are coming soon — this test currently covers the national standards.)