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The FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Saturday, September 14, at Maplewood Middle School,1600 Midway Road, Menasha 54952.

 

Registration starts at 8 am and ends at 9 am. Preregistration is encouraged.

 

A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID.

 

The FCC application form requires an FCC registration number and will not be accepted without one. You can obtain a FRN free of charge on the FCC.gov website. Apply for it as soon as possible so you have it available for the exam.

 

After a successful exam the FCC will contact you through email. Make sure your email address is legible on the forms.

 

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful, you may take the next element during the

session at no extra charge.

 

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek

at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com

The FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Saturday, July, 20 at Maplewood Middle School,1600 Midway Road, Menasha 54952.

Registration starts at 8 am and ends at 9 am. Preregistration is encouraged. A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID. The application requires a Federal Registration Number and a valid email address. FRN's can be obtained free of charge on the FCC.gov website in the ULS section.

If you will be upgrading, please provide a copy of your current license. Cell phones must be silenced and put away during exams. Non cell phone calculators are permitted. Programmable calculator memories must be cleared and are subject to examination by a VE.

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful, you may take the next element during the
session at no extra charge.

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek
at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com

The FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Saturday, June 1, at Maplewood Middle School,1600 Midway Road, Menasha 54952.

Registration starts at 8 am and ends at 9 am. Preregistration is encouraged. A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID. The application requires a Federal Registration Number and a valid email address. FRN's can be obtained free of charge on the FCC.gov website in the ULS section.

If you will be upgrading, please provide a copy of your current license. Cell phones must be silenced and put away during exams. Non cell phone calculators are permitted. Programmable calculator memories must be cleared and are subject to examination by a VE.

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful, you may take the next element during the
session at no extra charge.

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek
at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com

The FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Saturday, March 23, at Maplewood Middle School,1600 Midway Road, Menasha 54952.

Registration starts at 8 am and ends at 9 am. Preregistration is encouraged. A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID. The application requires a Federal Registration Number and a valid email address. FRN's can be obtained free of charge on the FCC.gov website in the ULS section.

If you will be upgrading, please provide a copy of your current license. Cell phones must be silenced and put away during exams. Non cell phone calculators are permitted. Programmable calculator memories must be cleared and are subject to examination by a VE.

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful, you may take the next element during the
session at no extra charge.

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek
at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com

The FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Saturday, January 27, at Maplewood Middle School,1600 Midway Road, Menasha 54952.

Registration starts at 8 am and ends at 9 am. Preregistration is encouraged. A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID. The application requires a Federal Registration Number and a valid email address. FRN's can be obtained free of charge on the FCC.gov website in the ULS section.

If you will be upgrading, please provide a copy of your current license. Cell phones must be silenced and put away during exams. Non cell phone calculators are permitted. Programmable calculator memories must be cleared and are subject to examination by a VE.

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful you may take the next element during the
session at no extra charge.

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek
at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com

Ham License Exams November 5, 2023
posted by WJ9K.
The FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Sunday, November 5, 2023, at the FCARC Swapfest located at the Labor Temple/Luck Dog'z, 157 S. Green Bay Road, Neenah, WI. 54956.

Registration starts at 9 am and ends at 10 am. Preregistration is encouraged. A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID. The application requires a Federal Registration Number and a valid email address. FRN's can be obtained free of charge on the FCC.gov website in the ULS section.

Important! If you will be upgrading, you must provide a copy of your current license to be attached to your application. Your application cannot be processed without a copy of your current license. Cell phones must be silenced and put away during exams. Non cell phone calculators are permitted. Programmable calculator memories must be cleared and are subject to examination by a VE.

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful, you may take the next element during the
session at no extra charge.

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek
at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com

he FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Saturday, September 16, at Maplewood Middle School,1600 Midway Road, Menasha 54952.

Registration starts at 8 am and ends at 9 am. Preregistration is encouraged. A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID. The application requires a Federal Registration Number and a valid email address. FRN's can be obtained free of charge on the FCC.gov website in the ULS section.

Important! If you will be upgrading, you must provide a copy of your current license to be attached to your application. Your application cannot be processed without a copy of your current license. Cell phones must be silenced and put away during exams. Non cell phone calculators are permitted. Programmable calculator memories must be cleared and are subject to examination by a VE.

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful you may take the next element during the
session at no extra charge.

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek
at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com

The FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Saturday, July 22, at Maplewood Middle School,1600 Midway Road, Menasha 54952.

Registration starts at 8 am and ends at 9 am. Preregistration is encouraged. A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID. The application requires a Federal Registration Number and a valid email address. FRN's can be obtained free of charge on the FCC.gov website in the ULS section.

Important! If you will be upgrading, you must provide a copy of your current license to be attached to your application. Your application cannot be processed without a copy of your current license. Cell phones must be silenced and put away during exams. Non cell phone calculators are permitted. Programmable calculator memories must be cleared and are subject to examination by a VE.

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful you may take the next element during the
session at no extra charge.

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek
at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com

The FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Saturday, June 3 at Maplewood Middle School,1600 Midway Road, Menasha 54952.

Registration starts at 8 am and ends at 9 am. Preregistration is encouraged. A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID. The application requires a Federal Registration Number and a valid email address. FRN's can be obtained free of charge on the FCC.gov website in the ULS section.

Details on each testing date will be posted on the FCARC website 2-weeks prior to the test. Important! If you will be upgrading, you must provide a copy of your current license to be attached to your application. Your application cannot be processed without a copy of your current license. Cell phones must be silenced and put away during exams. Non cell phone calculators are permitted. Programmable calculator memories must be cleared and are subject to examination by a VE.

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful, you may take the next element during that
session with no extra charge.

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek
at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com

The FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Saturday, March 25 at Maplewood Middle School,1600 Midway Road, Menasha 54952.

Registration starts at 8 am and ends at 9 am. Preregistration is encouraged. A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID. The application requires a Federal Registration Number and a valid email address. FRN's can be obtained free of charge on the FCC.gov website in the ULS section.

Details on each testing date will be posted on the FCARC website 2-weeks prior to the test. Important! If you will be upgrading, you must provide a copy of your current license to be attached to your application. Your application cannot be processed without a copy of your current license. Cell phones must be silenced and put away during exams. Non cell phone calculators are permitted. Programmable calculator memories must be cleared and are subject to examination by a VE.

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful, you may take the next element during that
session with no extra charge.

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek
at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com

The FCARC VEs will be conducting Ham Exams Saturday, January 28 at Maplewood Middle School,1600 Midway Road, Menasha 54952.

Registration starts at 8 am and ends at 9 am. Preregistration is encouraged. A government issued picture ID is required. Please see the ARRL.org website, license information, for other forms of acceptable ID. The application requires a Federal Registration Number and a valid email address. FRN's can be obtained free of charge on the FCC.gov website in the ULS section.

Details on each testing date will be posted on the FCARC website 2-weeks prior to the test. Important! If you will be upgrading, you must provide a copy of your current license to be attached to your application. Your application cannot be processed without a copy of your current license. Cell phones must be silenced and put away during exams. Non cell phone calculators are permitted. Programmable calculator memories must be cleared and are subject to examination by a VE.

Cost of the exams are set by our VEC, the ARRL, at $15. If you fail an exam, you may take a different version, time permitting, but you will be charged another $15. If you are successful, you may take the next element during that
session with no charge.

If you have any questions concerning FCARC Exams or to preregister contact Rick Kosiorek
at (920) 809-1010 or WJ9K.mail@gmail.com

The FCARC is holding ham exams Sunday, November 6, 2022, at the FCARC Swapfest being held at the Starlite Club, Hwy 55 and JJ north of Kaukauna. There will be no entrance fee if you are there for Ham Exams only.
Registration begins at 9 am and ends at 9:30 am.

Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins will be allowed.

Please read the following carefully:

A picture ID and a FCC Registration Number is required. FRN's are free and can be obtained from the FCC website at https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do. An email address is required as well. Applications will not be accepted by the FCC without one.

Cost of the exam is $15,

You will need to provide your own pencils and/or pens and calculator. Cell phone calculator apps are not permitted, and cell phones must be off.

IF YOU ARE UPGRADING YOUR LICENSE, YOU MUST PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR CURRENT LICENSE. Upgrade exams will not be given without a copy of your current license.

Failed exams can be retaken if time allows. You will be charged $15 for each retake.

Send your pre-registration requests to wj9k.mail@gmail.com or call Rick, WJ9K, at (920) 809-1010. Please leave a message and I will return your call.

Updated Technician exams went into effect July 1.

The FCC is charging $35.00 for new license applications. Upgrades will not be charged the $35. We do not collect that fee. Upon completion of a successful exam the FCC will send you an email with payment instructions and a link. You will have ten calendar days to make the payment. Be sure your email address is legible on your application form. Cell phone and tablet payments have been problematic. It's best to use a computer to make your payment.

Updates will be posted here on the www.FCARC.Club website.

Regards,
Rick Kosiorek, WJ9K
Fox Cities Amateur Radio Club, ARRL Volunteer Exam Liaison

The FCARC is holding ham exams Saturday, September 17, 2022, at Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Midway Road, Menasha, 54952. Start time is 8 am. Registration ends at 9 am.

Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins will be allowed.

Please read the following carefully:

A picture ID and a FCC Registration Number is required. FRN's are free and can be obtained from the FCC website at https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do. An email address is required as well. Applications will not be accepted by the FCC without one.

Cost of the exam is $15,

You will need to provide your own pencils and/or pens and calculator. Cell phone calculator apps are not permitted, and cell phones must be off.

IF YOU ARE UPGRADING YOUR LICENSE, YOU MUST PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR CURRENT LICENSE. No copy, no exam.

Failed exams can be retaken if time allows. You will be charged $15 for each retake.

Send your pre-registration requests to wj9k.mail@gmail.com or call Rick, WJ9K, at (920) 809-1010. Please leave a message and I will return your call.

Updated Technician exams went into effect July 1.

The FCC is charging $35.00 for new license applications. Upgrades will not be charged the $35. We do not collect that fee. Upon completion of a successful exam the FCC will send you an email with payment instructions and a link. You will have ten calendar days to make the payment. Be sure your email address is legible on your application form. Cell phone and tablet payments have been problematic. It's best to use a computer to make your payment.

Updates will be posted here on the www.FCARC.Club website.

Regards,
Rick Kosiorek, WJ9K
Fox Cities Amateur Radio Club, ARRL Volunteer Exam Liaison

The FCARC is holding ham exams Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Midway Road, Menasha, 54952. Start time is 8 am. Registration ends at 9 am.

Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins will be allowed.

Please read the following carefully:

A picture ID and a FCC Registration Number is required. FRN's are free and can be obtained from the FCC website at https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do. An email address is required as well. Applications will not be accepted by the FCC without one.

Cost of the exam is $15,

You will need to provide your own pencils and/or pens and calculator (cell phone calculator apps are not permitted) and cell phones must be off.

IF YOU ARE UPGRADING YOUR LICENSE, YOU MUST PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR CURRENT LICENSE. No copy, no exam.

Failed exams can be retaken if time allows. You will be charged $15 for each retake.

Send your pre-registration requests to wj9k.mail@gmail.com or call Rick, WJ9K, at (920) 809-1010. Please leave a message and I will return your call.

Updated Technician exams went into effect July 1.

The FCC has begun charging $35.00 for new license applications. Upgrades will not be charged the $35. We do not collect that fee. Upon completion of a successful exam the FCC will send you an email with payment instructions and a link. You will have ten calendar days to make the payment. Be sure your email address is legible on your application form. Cell phone and tablet payments have been problematic. It's best to use a computer to make your payment.

Updates will be posted here on the www.FCARC.Club website.

Regards,
Rick Kosiorek, WJ9K
Fox Cities Amateur Radio Club, ARRL Volunteer Exam Liaison

Important Message from ARRL VEC

INFORMATION ABOUT THE FCC APPLICATION FEE AND VEC FILED APPLICATIONS

It’s been three months since the FCC application fee was implemented on April 19, 2022.
Here’s what we know so far…

1. MAKE SURE EXAMINEES UNDERSTAND THEY MUST PAY WITHIN 10 DAYS.
Examinees do NOT have to wait for the email from the FCC to pay the fee. As soon as an the application file number is issued by the FCC, they can pay by logging into the CORES Payer FRN System (easier to use but only temporarily available) or the CORES FRN Registration system (CORES - Login).
Application File Number search using an FRN: FCC Application File Number Search
CORES payment system background information and instructions: Information.
CORES step-by-step payment instructions: FCC Application Fee Instructions

2. The FCC help center stated there is a known issue with individuals paying the $35 application fee via a smartphone or tablet. This is not a new issue and they haven’t been able to help troubleshoot the issue at the support center. Encourage candidates to login and pay the FCC application fee from a computer.

3. Examinees should NOT amend any applications that a VEC submits on their behalf, especially NEW license applications. Amending VEC filed applications will cause the application to be dismissed without action in the FCC system and potentially require the applicant to pay another $35 fee. If there is a minor mistake on the application, either call us and we can correct and resubmit the application, or the individual can pay the fee, be issued the call sign, and then log back in and make corrections.

4. Individuals should review their application BEFORE paying the fee. If there is a major error on the application, such as the licensee’s name or license class earned is incorrect, or the answer to the felony question is wrong, DO NOT PAY the fee. Call the VEC immediately.

5. When in doubt, call the VEC! Even if you think you shouldn’t bother us with your question, call us anyway.

6. Distribute these instructions to candidates as needed and refer them to our FCC application fee webpage for information and instructions.


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FCC Legacy CORES System to be Retired

Important information about registering in the new CORES system and creating an FCC Username account.

View the story on the ARRL website: https://www.arrl.org/news/fcc-legacy-cores-system-to-be-retired


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The ARRL VEC Staff is Ready to Serve You

As always, the dedicated VEC staff are here to answer any questions you may have.

ARRL VE toll free number: 1-800-9ARRLVE (1-800-927-7583)
Address: ARRL VEC, 225 Main St, Newington CT 06111
Email: VEC@arrl.org
Web: www.arrl.org/volunteer-examiners
ARRL VEC Fax: 860-594-0339

Maria Somma, AB1FM, Manager
Amanda O’Brien, N1NHL, Assistant Manager
Stephanie Borden W2MAU, Service Representative
Lisa Riendeau, Service Representative
Joshua Nance, Service Representative
Ann Brinius, Service Representative

We thank you for your support of the ARRL VEC program.

Select the following link for information on the FCC $35 application fee: https:/www.arrl.org/fcc-application-fee.

Select the following link for information on the ARRL Youth Licensing Grant Program: http://www.arrl.org/youth-licensing-grant-program.

The FCARC is holding ham exams Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Maplewood Middle School, 1600 Midway Road, Menasha, 54952. Start time is 8 am. Registration ends at 9 am.

Pre-registration is preferred but walk-ins will be allowed. Those that pre-register will be tested first.

Please read the following carefully:

A picture ID and a FCC Registration Number is required. FRN's are free and can be obtained from the FCC website at https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do. An email address is required as well. Applications will not be accepted by the FCC without one.

Cost of the exam is $15,

You will need to provide your own pencils and/or pens and calculator (cell phone calculator apps are not permitted) and cell phones must be off.

IF YOU ARE UPGRADING YOUR LICENSE YOU MUST PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR CURRENT LICENSE. No copy, no exam.

Failed exams can be retaken if time allows. You will be charged $15 for each retake.

Send your pre-registration requests to wj9k.mail@gmail.com or call Rick, WJ9K, at (920) 809-1010. Please leave a message and I will return your call.

The FCC has begun charging $35.00 for new license applications. Upgrades will not be charged the $35. We do not collect that fee. Upon completion of a successful exam the FCC will send you an email a link with payment instructions. You will have ten calendar days to make the payment. Be sure your email address is legible on your application form.

Updates will be posted here on the www.FCARC.Club website.

Regards,
Rick Kosiorek, WJ9K
Fox Cities Amateur Radio Club, ARRL Volunteer Exam Liaison