Where Can You Take the Delaware Hunter Safety Course? 

Delaware hunters can start their certification online through ilearntohunt, approved by the Delaware Division of Fish & Wildlife (DDFW). Unlike several states in this series, Delaware doesn't offer any hunter an online-only finish line. Every applicant, regardless of age, moves from the online modules to a required in-person Field Day.

That structure makes Delaware one of the more consistent states to plan around: no age cutoff to check, no residency box to clear, just two steps in a fixed order.

Here's what to know about finding and taking the hunter safety course for Delaware.

Where Can You Find the Delaware Hunter Safety Course?

Delaware splits certification into an online half and an in-person half, and neither one substitutes for the other.

• The online course at ilearntohunt covers the classroom material and unit quizzes, and it's open to residents and nonresidents alike.
• DDFW's Field Day covers everything the online course can't: live fire, hands-on skills, and the actual certifying exam.

Note: Passing the online quizzes doesn't certify you on its own. It earns you a Field Day Entrance Voucher, which is your ticket into the second half, not a finished credential.

Here's a quick look at where to take each part of the course:

Since Delaware requires the same two-part path no matter your age, most of the timeline questions come down to sequencing rather than eligibility. For a broader look at how the two stages typically compare, the full online timeline breaks down what happens at each step.

Who Needs to Take the Delaware Hunter Safety Course?

Delaware requires hunter education for anyone, resident or nonresident, born after January 1, 1967, before that person can buy a hunting license. Hunters born on or before that date are exempt no matter where they live.

DDFW won't certify anyone younger than 10, even if that student finishes the online coursework early. Hunters under 12 also need to hunt alongside an adult, a rule that stays in place even after certification.

Delaware doesn't run an apprentice-license program the way some neighboring states do. Instead, hunters under 13 who aren't ready to certify can use a License Exempt Number to hunt under a licensed adult's supervision, without buying a license of their own.

Once certified, check DDFW's hunting seasons page for current dates before heading out.

How to Take Your Delaware Hunter Safety Course

Because every hunter follows the same two-step path here, the process stays identical whether you're 10 or 60.

1. Visit the ilearntohunt Delaware course page and confirm you're at least 10 years old.
2. Work through the self-paced modules and pass each unit quiz with a score of at least 80%. Retakes are unlimited.
3. Print your Field Day Entrance Voucher, then register for a Field Day near you through Digital DNREC before it expires in 365 days.
4. Attend the Field Day, complete the hands-on activities, and pass the certifying exam to receive your permanent Hunter Education Certificate by mail.

Because Field Day seats fill on a first-come basis and passing online doesn't guarantee one, start your certification well ahead of the fall hunting season (or the season you plan to hunt), since Field Day spots can fill up fast as hunting season approaches.

Where Does the Certifying Exam Actually Happen in Delaware?

Not online. Delaware's online course only includes unit quizzes, so the certifying exam takes place in person at Field Day, alongside the live-fire and skills portions.

That's a meaningful difference from states where the online course ends in its own final exam. In Delaware, finishing the online modules only proves you're ready for Field Day, not that you're certified yet.

What's Included in a Delaware Field Day, and Why Is It Required?

Delaware's Field Day runs 4 to 6 hours, depending on class size, and covers ground the online modules can't reach in person.

You can expect:

• Live-fire practice with shotguns at aerial clay targets, using firearms and ammunition the state provides
• Hands-on instruction in loading, unloading, and safely handling and transporting firearms
• Field skills covering tree stands, blinds, boats, and zones of fire
• A review of Delaware-specific game laws and regulations not covered online
• The certifying exam itself, which determines whether you receive your Hunter Education Certificate

Delaware requires the field day because state law mandates a live-firing experience with a trained instructor for every certified hunter, a requirement the online course alone can't satisfy. Anyone under 18 attending needs a notarized waiver from a parent or guardian, submitted at least seven days before the session.

How Much Does the Delaware Hunter Safety Course Cost?

Delaware's course costs come down to one paid step and two free ones, so budgeting for it is straightforward.

Outside of the online course fee, Delaware doesn't charge separately for the in-person requirement, which sets it apart from states that layer on a Field Day fee.

Start Your Delaware Hunter Safety Course Online Today

Delaware keeps its process the same for every hunter, so there's no eligibility puzzle to solve before you begin.

Start your Delaware hunter safety course here, then use Digital DNREC to lock in your Field Day once you've passed the online modules.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I take the Delaware hunter safety course online?

A: Yes, you can take the Delaware hunter safety course online through ilearntohunt. Anyone 10 or older can enroll regardless of residency. The online portion covers the classroom material and unit quizzes, but it only completes half of what DDFW requires.

Q: Do I need to attend an in-person class for the Delaware hunter safety course?

A: Yes. Delaware requires an in-person Field Day for every hunter who completes the online course, with no exemption based on age. The Field Day includes live fire, hands-on skills, and the certifying exam that finishes the requirement.

Q: Who is required to complete hunter education in Delaware?

A: Delaware requires hunter education certification for anyone, resident or nonresident, born after January 1, 1967, before purchasing a hunting license. Hunters born on or before that date are exempt regardless of where they live.

Q: Is there a minimum age to take the Delaware hunter safety course?

A: Yes, you must be at least 10 years old to take the Delaware hunter safety course online. DDFW won't issue certification to anyone younger. Hunters under 12 must also hunt with an adult present, even after they're certified.

Q: Do you have to be a Delaware resident to take the course online?

A: No, Delaware's online course is open to residents and nonresidents alike, unlike some neighboring states that restrict online access by residency. Anyone who meets the age requirement can register regardless of where they live.

Q: How much does the Delaware ilearntohunt course cost?

A: The ilearntohunt online course costs $54.95 for Delaware students of any residency. Delaware's Field Day is free, so the online course fee is typically the only cost involved in getting certified.