Do I have to take a hunter education course

It depends. First-time hunters who have not previously held a hunting licence in Alberta or elsewhere, must complete the Alberta Conservation and Hunter Education course.

A first-time hunter is a hunter who:

·         has not previously held a hunting licence in Alberta or elsewhere
·         has not passed a hunter competency test in Alberta or elsewhere
·         has not successfully completed a hunter education course in Alberta or elsewhere

A first time hunter who is a non-resident (Canadian) or a non resident alien does not need to complete the Alberta Conservation and Hunter Education course if accompanied by a licensed Guide or Hunter Host.

Those 14 to 17 years of age have the option of completing the Alberta Conservation and Hunter Education course or the Alberta Hunter Competency exam.

Hunter Education Certification & Manual

This comprehensive, hunter certification program covers important hunting topics, including:

·         Module 1 - Role of Hunter
·         Module 2 - Hunting Ethics
·         Module 3 - Wildlife Management &  Conservation
·         Module 4 - Wildlife Identification
·         Module 5 - Clothing & Equipment
·         Module 6 - Firearms
·         Module 7 - Bow Hunting
·         Module 8 - Survival
·         Module 9 - Field Techniques
·         Module 10 - First Aid
·         Module 11 - Hypothermia
·         Module 12 - Legal Responsibilities
·         Final Exam
·         Congratulations
 
This course is a Provincial requirement for all first time hunter’s in Alberta and as such complete certification is required with an 80% pass mark on the final exam.

Certificates will be issued by mail upon successful completion of the program.