ABOUT AMATEUR RADIO LICENSURE EXAMINATION

Ham radio, often referred to as amateur radio, covers some fields of science and technology, specifically electrical, electronics, and communications. Hence, SCAN International members indulge in a wide variety of communication innovations. The interests explored are two-way radio operations (most popular), emergency communications, antenna designs, and technical experimentations.

Every amateur must thoroughly understand his responsibility to develop the skills needed to operate his radio station properly. The examination to be taken by a prospective amateur or an upgrading amateur shall determine whether he qualifies for the privileges conveyed by a license or certificate.

Submission of Application for Amateur Examination—Applicants for amateur examinations must submit the appropriate application forms to the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC).

General Qualifications for Examinees — An applicant for an examination must possess the following available qualifications:

    •  A citizen of the Philippines or a citizen of another country that provides the same privilege extended to Filipino nationals in their country as far as examination is concerned.
    •  At least twelve (12) years old for Class A, B, and C. For Class D, the minimum age shall be nine (9) years old, provided there is an affidavit of parental consent.
    • Ability to transmit and/or receive messages in Filipino, English, or any Philippine language.

    Available courses

    CLASS A ⦿ Extra Class

    Free Online Learning for Licensure Exam Preparation

    CLASS A has the highest privileges of all amateur licenses in the Philippines. Class A license holders are issued the call prefixes 4F or DU and can legally operate at ALL bands prescribed by the National Telecommunications Commission. The applicant is required to pass a five-word per minute morse code test (5WPM) and Elements 8, 9, and 10 of the written exam.

    TO TRY OUR PRACTICE TEST, USE THE FOLLOWING ACCOUNT:

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    PASSWORD: P@88word

    NOTE: 

    If you have finished all the ELEMENTS and SETS of Practice Exams with a higher percentage of correct answers, you will likely pass the actual Licensure Examination of this class. 


    CLASS B ⦿ General Class

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    CLASS B has the second highest privileges of all amateur licenses in the Philippines. Class B license holders are issued the prefix DV and can legally operate at MOST bands prescribed by the National Telecommunications Commission. The applicant is required to pass Elements 5, 6, and 7 of the written exam.

    TO TRY OUR PRACTICE TEST, USE THE FOLLOWING ACCOUNT:

    USERNAME: ourguest 
    PASSWORD: P@88word

    NOTE: 

    If you have finished all the ELEMENTS and SETS of Practice Exams with a higher percentage of correct answers, you will likely pass the actual Licensure Examination of this class. 


    CLASS C ⦿ Technician Class

    Free Online Learning for Licensure Exam Preparation

    CLASS C license holders are issued the call prefix DW and can legally operate at SOME bands prescribed by the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC). The applicant is required to pass Elements 2, 3, and 4 of the written exam.

    TO TRY OUR PRACTICE TEST, CLICK HERE AND USE THE FOLLOWING ACCOUNT:

    USERNAME: ourguest 
    PASSWORD: P@88word

    NOTE: 

    If you have finished all the ELEMENTS and SETS of Practice Exams with a higher percentage of correct answers, you will likely pass the actual Licensure Examination of this class. 

    CLASS D ⦿ Foundation Class

    Free Online Learning for Licensure Exam Preparation

    CLASS D license holders are issued the call prefix DY and can legally operate at the VHF Band (144-146MHz), as the National Telecommunications Commission prescribes. The applicant is required to pass Element 2 of the written exam.

    TO TRY OUR PRACTICE TEST, CLICK HERE AND USE THE FOLLOWING ACCOUNT:

    USERNAME: ourguest 
    PASSWORD: P@88word

    NOTE: 

    If you have finished all the ELEMENTS and SETS of Practice Exams with a higher percentage of correct answers, you will likely pass the actual Licensure Examination of this class.