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Tennessee Hunter Education Practice Test 2026

Practise for Tennessee hunter education. Anyone born on or after January 1, 1969, must carry proof of hunter education (or an apprentice permit) to hunt. Practice test 1 covers Tennessee rules such as ages and supervision, and the other sets cover the safety, ethics, wildlife and survival topics taught across the US.

  • Hunting
  • Tennessee
  • 132 questions
  • Checked October 10, 2026

Quick answer

It is run by Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA). Minimum age: 9. Practise here for free with 132 questions, each with the answer and an explanation. Checked against official sources on October 10, 2026.

Read before you practiseStart with the Hunter Education Study Guide (US): plain-language notes, diagrams and the numbers to remember.

  1. Question 1 of 12

    Who must carry proof of hunter education to hunt in Tennessee?
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    Answer: A. Anyone born on or after January 1, 1969

    Every person born on or after Jan. 1, 1969, must have proof of an approved hunter education course to hunt any species.

  2. Question 2 of 12

    How old must you be to be certified in Tennessee hunter education?
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    Answer: D. At least 9 on the day the class starts

    You must be at least 9 years old on the day the class starts to be certified.

  3. Question 3 of 12

    What is the rule for Tennessee children under 10?
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    Answer: C. They may hunt without a license if an adult 21 or older accompanies them

    Children under 10 may hunt without a license anywhere in Tennessee if accompanied by an adult at least 21.

  4. Question 4 of 12

    What do Tennessee hunters aged 10 to 12 need?
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    Answer: A. Only a hunter education certificate

    Hunters aged 10 to 12 need only a hunter education certificate.

  5. Question 5 of 12

    In Tennessee law, what does "accompanied" mean?
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    Answer: D. Being able to take immediate control of the hunting device

    The adult must always be in a position to take control of the child's hunting device.

  6. Question 6 of 12

    What is Tennessee's alternative to carrying a hunter education card?
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    Answer: C. An Apprentice Hunter Education Permit, with your other licenses

    Hunters may carry the Apprentice Hunter Education Permit with their other licenses instead.

  7. Question 7 of 12

    For how long does Tennessee's one-time hunter education exemption permit last?
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    Answer: D. Twelve months

    The one-time-only permit exempts a person from hunter education for a twelve-month period.

  8. Question 8 of 12

    Under Tennessee's one-time exemption permit, who must accompany a hunter aged 10 or older?
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    Answer: D. A licensed adult at least 21 who is hunter-education certified or exempt

    The permit holder must be accompanied by a licensed adult at least 21 who is certified or otherwise exempt.

  9. Question 9 of 12

    Which ages can buy Tennessee's Junior Hunt/Trap/Fish license?
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    Answer: C. 13 to 15

    A special Junior Hunt/Trap/Fish license is available for ages 13 to 15. They also need a Migratory Bird Permit.

  10. Question 10 of 12

    From what age do Tennessee hunters need a valid hunting license?
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    Answer: C. 16

    Hunters 16 and over must have a valid hunting license.

  11. Question 11 of 12

    How much does Tennessee's traditional in-person hunter education course cost?
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    Answer: D. There is no cost

    The traditional course is free. Online course fees are set by the providers, not TWRA.

  12. Question 12 of 12

    What must you be able to show a TWRA officer who checks you while hunting?
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    Answer: D. Proper documentation of hunter education completion

    You must have proper documentation showing you completed hunter education.

What to know before the test

  • Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1969, must carry proof of hunter education to hunt any species, or an Apprentice Hunter Education Permit.
  • You must be at least 9 on the day the class starts to be certified.
  • Children under 10 may hunt without a license if accompanied by an adult at least 21.
  • Hunters aged 10 to 12 need only a hunter education certificate.
  • Hunter education can be completed online or in person. The traditional course is free.

Frequently asked questions

Who needs hunter education in Tennessee?

Anyone born on or after January 1, 1969, must carry proof of completion to hunt, or carry an Apprentice Hunter Education Permit with their licenses.

How old do you have to be?

At least 9 on the day the class starts to be certified.

Can I take Tennessee hunter education online?

Yes. You can complete it online or in person through TWRA. The traditional course is free.

Can children hunt without a license in Tennessee?

Children under 10 may hunt without a license if an adult at least 21 accompanies them and can take immediate control of the hunting device.

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