Rochester Amateur Radio Association, Inc. |
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PO Box 93333, Rochester NY, 14692 | Telephone Hotline: (585) 210-8910 | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
In case of emergency... Get Your Technician License or Upgrade with RaRa Whether you're new to Amateur Radio or ready to upgrade your license class, RaRa is here to help you every step of the way. From licensing classes to monthly testing sessions, we've got the resources and support you need to succeed. FCC License Classes & Question Pools The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) offers three license classes: Technician, General, and Amateur Extra. Each class has its own set of exam questions that are updated on a rotating schedule: Technician – Valid from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2026 General – Valid from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2027 Amateur Extra – Valid from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2028
Licensing Classes Curious about getting licensed or upgrading to the next license class—but not sure you can pass the exam on your own? We've got you covered!
In the meantime, if you're eager to get started or prefer to study independently, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to help point you in the right direction: All RaRa classes are conducted online via Zoom, so you can join in from anywhere with an internet connection.
Testing Sessions
RaRa conducts Amateur Radio license testing on the 3rd Saturday of each month from September through April. Testing is free for RaRa members, and open to non-members as well.
For additional information about RaRa’s testing program, visit our License Testing page. Last revised: 05/03/25 10:12 AM |
The Rochester Amateur Radio Association, Inc. is a 501(c)3 Educational Corporation Information Contact: webmaster@rochesterham.org |