GX0TRG Foundation Training Weekend and Invigilated Exam
- When: Sat 25 (9am-5pm) & Sun 26 (9am-3pm, exam 3.30pm-4.30pm) July 2026
- Where: TARG premises in Wickford (Essex)
- How much: £60 paid in advance to reserve your place and no refunds are available.
- What’s covered: Well, that will take more than a bullet point….
It’s a day and a half of intensive teaching by knowledgeable and experienced TARG trainers leading up to the exam on the afternoon of the last day. Being in-person means you can ask questions and get immediate answers before moving on – which will increase your understanding to pass the exam.
The cost is to cover the RSGB Exam fee, venue hire and light refreshments throughout the two days (but bring your own packed lunch). No profit is made by the club.
Candidates are expected to obtain their own Foundation training manual latest edition and be familiar with it. The exam is online but invigilated at the club premises. A laptop with RSGB Examination software installed will be required – more details will be provided when booking.
For more information: Use our Contact Us Page.
To book your place: download the Training Application Form.
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The Advantages of TARG training in General
Anyone can listen to a Radio, but TARG can help you get a Licence and show you how to trasmit on Amateur Radio for real – all around the world.
There are two types of training
(1) Get your Licence: Train to sit an examination in order to gain your Foundation Licence. That is largely theory but with TARG your understanding is considerably reinforced by our tutors giving you practical experience in operating radios. Unlike a self-taught course, your tutors are there to answer your questions.
(2) Operate your Radio: Sometimes a successful Foundation Licencee can struggle with operating amateur radio if they relied on self-study alone. This is where TARG excels in bridging the gap between theory and practice. Hands on training for licenceed operators.
Pick which level of training is right for you or your group.
Two Levels of Training on Offer
Entry: TARG is offering bespoke training to local groups on their own premises (eg cadets, scouts, but adults too) in order to gain their Foundation Licence. This training would be free as there are no premises costs. We can offer a similar course at our own venue but this would incur a charge to cover rental and catering costs and would be charged per candidate. Sitting the exam has its own fee payable to the Radio Society of Great Britain.
Continuation: We offer 1-2-1 support at our club premises in Wickford for those who already have a Foundation Licence but are confused or lack confidence when it comes to actual operating. Our range of training and support includes, CW, FM, HF, SSB at a basic level with introduction to digital modes (DMR, D-Star, FT8, Satellite) at a more advanced level. This can be a stand alone course or by joining TARG as a member.
(Photo: TARG training class)
More information about our Summer 2026 course: contact our club Secretary via the “Contact Us” Page.