Vermont Hunter Education
Min age 12 • Online + field day • Free.
Vermont Hunter Education Requirements
Vermont: min age 12, online plus field day, Free.
Vermont certification snapshot
2 exemptions, 2 approved providers
Online Course
Accepted
In-Person Session
Required
Field Day
Required
Vermont exemptions
2 categoryies qualify
- Previously licensed in Vermont
- Active military with hunting documentation
Reciprocity
Accepts hunter education certificates from all US states and Canadian provinces.
Approved providers in Vermont
2 options accepted by VT
See how online courses work for cost, format, and approval rules across providers.
Vermont hunter ed notes
State-specific guidance from Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department.
Field day is mandatory after the online portion. With Vermont's short rifle season window, scheduling the in-person component early in the year is essential for first-time hunters hoping to be ready for opening day.
Course requirements and reciprocity rules are set by Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department. Verify before enrolling.
Last verified: January 2026
Vermont Hunter Education FAQ
Specific questions about Vermont certification.
Who is exempt from hunter education in Vermont?
The following groups are exempt: Previously licensed in Vermont; Active military with hunting documentation.
How does Vermont treat out-of-state hunter education certificates?
Accepts hunter education certificates from all US states and Canadian provinces.
What else should I know about hunter education in Vermont?
Field day is mandatory after the online portion. With Vermont's short rifle season window, scheduling the in-person component early in the year is essential for first-time hunters hoping to be ready for opening day.
Background: online course options · multi-state reciprocity.
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