If you have previously held a driver and/ or trainers license you are eligible to renew at any time. If you would like to renew you driver and/or trainers license please click here.
Here are the basics on obtaining a new driver and/or trainer license:
- You must be a current member. For information on membership please click here.
- We will need a completed application and the fee.
*Please note: the expiration date on your driver and/or trainer license will be the same as your membership. If you have a multi-year membership you will need to pay for a multi year driver and/or trainer license.
- The fees for a new license are as follows:
One Year $50
Three Years $150
*If you are renewing or obtaining a new membership additional fees apply.
Once the applications is submitted what is the process?
- Letters are mailed to the references. At least 4 satisfactory reference forms must be returned before the licensing process can continue.
- We will then notify you in writing that you eligible to take the required Written Examination. You will also be advised of the procedure that is in place for the administration of the exam. There is a $10 fee that is due when you take the exam.
- Exams can be taken at the USTA office in Columbus, OH or you can select an Examination Supervisor from the approved supervisor list. This list will be provided to you when you are notified you are eligible to take the test.
- Once you have satisfactorily completed the Written Exam you will be required to take the Practical exam. We will send you a Practical Examination form. This will need to be taken to your selected and approved supervisors from the list provided.
- Upon your satisfactory completion of the Practical exam your license will be issued and mailed to you. Please note: applicants for a drivers license will need to furnish a current eye exam report before the license can be issued.
Can reference forms be mailed to me or to the track?
All reference forms are mailed directly to the licensed reference. All the information contained on the reference form is strictly confidential.Is there any material available to help pass the tests?
Yes, there is! We strongly encourage you to read the USTA
Rules and Regulations. This booklet is available on our website or one
may be mailed to you. We also have How
to Pass the Driver/Trainer Test book available for $15. The
New Care & Training of the Trotter and Pacer is available for
$33 for current USTA members. These are both excellent study tools.
How are the tests scored? Tests are graded as "Satisfactory" or "Unsatisfactory". A numerical score is not given.
Please note: If an "Unsatisfactory" score is received you must wait 60 days before re-examination. If a second "Unsatisfactory" score is received you must wait 6 months before re-examination.
What does the written test consist of? The test consists of a variety of questions including true/false, multiple choice, and short answer. There is a 2 hour time limit for completing the test.
What does the Practical test consist of? This exams requires you to demonstrate the following:
- Ability to properly harness a horse, including various boots and other equipment
- Correctly identify various overcheck and driving bits
- Rate a satisfactory mile in a specified time
- Identify various shoes and know their uses
Do I have to submit an eye exam? Eye exams are required to obtain a new drivers license. We would encourage you to submit the Eye Exam form when you return the Practical exam form. Please do not send an eye exam with your initial application. It may be outdated by the time you are licensed. Eye exam forms are not required by the USTA for renewing a license, however, some states require the information to be on your license.
Tips on making the process as smooth as possible:
- List at least six persons, and their USTA license numbers, who can give firsthand information on your qualifications.
- All Persons listed must have a current USTA Membership/License and held their membership and license for a minimum of 5 years.
- References for a driver’s license must hold an "A" Full Driver License.
- References for a trainer’s license must hold either an "A" Full Driver License or a "G" General Trainer License. Each qualified person listed below will be sent a Reference Form by the USTA to their permanent address as reported to the USTA.
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