Delaware Hunter Course Information
This article provides course information for Delaware hunters, including who needs to take the course, course cost, registration requirements, expiration, field day requirements, and what happens after completion.
Who needs to take this course?
You need hunter education to purchase a hunting license in Delaware if you were born after January 1, 1967.
Available courses
Delaware hunter education courses are available through the following options:
- HunterCourse
- Hunter-Ed
Course information
| Course Information | HunterCourse | Hunter-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $29.00 | $39.95 |
| Language(s) | English | English |
| Chapters/Units | 16 Chapters, including 12 chapters and 4 virtual field days | 10 Units |
| Format/Time | Online & Timed + Field Day, 3-hour minimum, 6-8 hour average | Online & Timed + Field Day, 3-hour minimum, 4-6 hour average |
| Expiration | 90 days | 90 days |
| Extension(s) | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Renew | No | Yes |
| Quizzes/Final Exam | Quizzes: 10 questions, 80% to pass, unlimited attempts. No final exam. | Quizzes: 5 questions, 80% to pass, unlimited attempts. No final exam. |
| Age Restrictions | 10 | 10 |
| Residency Requirement | No | No |
| Registration Requirement(s) | No | No |
| Field Day | Yes. Voucher is good for 1 year. | Yes. Voucher is good for 1 year. |
| Post Course | Students must register for and attend a Field Day. | Students must register for and attend a Field Day. State sends permanent card in 2-3 weeks. |
| Replacement Card | State | State |
| Exemptions/Benefits | License only; refer to state for Field Day exemption | License only; refer to state for Field Day exemption |
Registration requirements
There are no additional registration requirements listed for Delaware hunter education courses.
Course expiration and extensions
Delaware hunter education courses expire after 90 days.
Extensions are available for the following course options:
- HunterCourse
- Hunter-Ed
Quizzes and final exam
Exam requirements may vary by course option.
HunterCourse: Quizzes include 10 questions. Students must score 80% or higher to pass. Students have unlimited attempts. There is no final exam in the online course because Field Day is required.
Hunter-Ed: Quizzes include 5 questions. Students must score 80% or higher to pass. Students have unlimited attempts. There is no final exam in the online course because Field Day is required.
Field day requirements
Delaware requires a Field Day.
Students must register for and attend a Field Day to complete hunter education certification.
Field Days can be found here:
https://dnrec.alpha.delaware.gov/fish-wildlife/hunter-education/course-calendar/
After completing the course
After completing the online course, students must register for and attend a Field Day.
The Field Day voucher is valid for 1 year.
State ID information
No state ID is required.
Military exemptions and benefits
Military exemption benefits may apply for licensing.
Students should review Delaware licensing exemption information here:
https://dnrec.alpha.delaware.gov/fish-wildlife/licenses/exemptions/
Replacement cards
Replacement cards are handled by the state of Delaware.
Students can request replacement card information through the Delaware state website: