American Legion Nelson County KY Post 42 Radio Club offers monthly amateur radio license testing sessions as a service to the community. Here is the information about our testing sessions:
Testing Location: Keystone Bingo Hall, 126 Keystone Ave, Bardstown, KY 40004
Testing Time: 9:00 AM on the third Saturday of each month.
Pre-Registration: REQUIRED. Contact Paul Kiener at [email protected] or by calling 502-386-8060.
Exam Fee: $15 (cash or check — credit or debit cards are not accepted).
Required Items:
- Photo ID (or two forms of non-photo ID).
- FRN (Federal Registration Number). Visit the FCC website at CORES.
- Copies of current license or CSCE (if applicable). Information for obtaining a copy of license can be found at Obtain License Copy
- Two #2 pencils with erasers and a pen.
- Calculator (specific restrictions apply).
- $15 Payment (cash or check).
Additionally, please review the ARRL’s listing of What to Bring to an Exam Session.
Helpful Suggestions:
- Double-Check Information: Before the exam, it’s always a good idea to double-check the information with Paul via email, as details can sometimes change.
- Arrive Early: Arriving a little early will allow time to get settled and complete any necessary paperwork.
- Review FCC Rules: Familiarize yourself with the FCC rules and regulations for amateur radio.
- Study: Utilize study materials and practice exams to prepare for the test.