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HSE Certified Instructor

Hunter Safety Education Certified Instructors in Oregon are trained volunteers who lead hunter education courses designed to teach safe and ethical hunting practices. These instructors deliver comprehensive instruction covering firearm safety, wildlife conservation, hunting laws, outdoor skills, and responsible behavior in the field. They guide students through both classroom lessons and practical, hands-on activities such as live-fire exercises and field demonstrations. By sharing their knowledge and passion for hunting safety, Certified Instructors play a crucial role in preparing new hunters to responsibly enjoy Oregon’s outdoors while protecting wildlife resources. This volunteer position offers a rewarding opportunity to educate others, promote conservation ethics, and contribute to the long-term safety and sustainability of hunting in the state.

Program Structure & Advancement

14 - 20 year olds should register as a HSE Junior Instructor.
21+ year olds should register as a HSE Instructor.
- ODFW will provide New Instructor Training, allowing you to advance to the HSE Certified Instructor position.
In order to create, post, and lead your own classes, you must apply and be given ODFW approval as an HSE Certified Lead Instructor.
HSE activities are organized within each county by an HSE Area Coordinator and their HSE Assistant Area Coordinator(s).
Ultimately, the program is led by ODFW's Hunter Education Program Coordinator in tandem with Program Staff.

Registration Requirements

Trainings

Hunter Safety Education: New Instructor Training

• Minimum Age: 21
• Form A -Volunteers Who Drive
• Volunteer Code of Conduct
• Use of Firearms by Volunteers
• Preventing Harassment & Discrimination Training
• Wildfire Smoke Training
• Heat Illness Prevention Training
• Defensive Driving Training
• Fingerprint Appointment
• Volunteer Code of Conduct - Att C Criminal History Check Form for Volunteers
• Volunteer Code of Conduct - Att B Driving Certification Form for Volunteers
• Volunteer Code of Conduct - Att B Driving Certification Form for Non-Resident Volunteers
• Instructions to Submit Certified Driving Record - Non-Resident
• Privacy Act Statement

Required Background Checks

This Level includes: F&W Check LEDS-based Statewide Check Fingerprint-based FBI Background Check Drivers Verification

Training Opportunities

Advancements

HSE Certified Lead Instructor, BHSE Certified Instructor

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Help Content

Volunteer Registration

HSE Certified Instructor

Equipment to be Used

Additional Information

Registration Requirements

Volunteer Prerequisites Not Met

Acknowledgement of Responsibility as Parent or Legal Guardian for Minors under 18

Restrictions

Desired Skills & Knowledge

Physical Demands

Training Opportunities

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