If you would like to step into the world of Ham Radio, choose one of the following steps, or pick all three to speed things along:

Find and join a supportive Amateur Radio club near you. Some clubs are specifically set up as "mentor" clubs to help people get into the hobby. So when looking through the list of clubs, look for those that offer "help for newcomers."

ARRL offers license classes and exams in your area! They're a great way to meet fellow hams!

The National Association for Amateur Radio. There are many benefits of membership that will help you grow as an Amateur Radio operator.
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If you're the type of person who likes to study at your own pace, ARRL has many excellent materials that will provide you with everything you need to become a licensed amateur radio operator. We have selected the best resources on the ARRL web site for beginners:

• License Study Materials
• Find a Licensing Class
• Find an Exam Session
• Online Classes
  
• Spanish Language Materials
• Information for Visually Impaired
• Join ARRL! Support and Benefits!

Teachers—learn about using ham radio for hands-on learning: www.arrl.org/amateur-radio-in-the-classroom

Youth connect with others who enjoy all kinds of activities with ham radio at  www.arrl.org/youth