Wood County Emergency Communications

Amateur Radio Examination Schedules

Have you been studying for an upgrade, or just want to get your first Amateur Radio Operators License?

W5YI testing is held every other month by WCEC.
at the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department, 211 6th Street, Parkersburg, WV.

The schedule is:

August 14, 2010 - 6:00PM
September 11, 2010 - 6:00PM
October 9, 2010 - 9:00AM
At the Parkersburg Hamfest
November 13, 2019 - 6:00PM
December 11, 2010 - 6:00PM

Contact Ken Harris for information on scheduling special VE Testing Dates and times for large groups or those who can't comply with the above schedule.

Location of Testing

Unless otherwise stated; all testing is conducted at the Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department building, 211 6th Street, Parkersburg, WV.

New Licensing Requirements

Candidates must bring two sets of ID, one with a picture. Advance notice of special circumstance requirements would be appreciated. Testing is $15.00 USD and start immediately after registration. You may bring calculators provided they don't store text.

Upgrading Requirements

If Upgrading you will needs to have a photocopy of your license, and the original. If you have a Certificate of Completion for which you want credit, bring a photocopy and the original with you. Advance notice of special circumstance requirements would be appreciated. Testing is $14.00 USD and starts immediately after registration. Calculators are allowed provided they don't store text.