For those of you who are wondering what a course covers here is a brief description of the Pennsylvania course and here is a link to the International Hunter Education Association that shows some more of the course in detail and what it covers http://www.ihea.com/hunter-education...standards.php:

What subjects are taught?

The Pennsylvania Game Commission has developed an interactive curriculum to meet the International Hunter Education Association’s bowhunter education standards. The course is has two parts – home study and classroom. After students register for a class, they will receive an independent study kit in the mail. The kit consists of a student manual, workbook and video. On average, it takes four to six hours to complete the home study part of the training. Students then attend a one-day, eight-hour class.

Hands-on Experience

Becoming a Responsible Bowhunter
Preparing for the Hunt
Big Game Anatomy and Effective Shot Placement
Hunting Methods and Techniques
Survival and First Aid
Map and Compass Basics
Distance Estimation
Care, Use and Shooting of Bowhunting Equipment
Treestand Use and Safety
Big Game Recovery and Care

Classroom teaching aids include 3D models and anatomy flip charts to reinforce shot placement concepts. Teaching methods include videos, demonstrations, group discussions, dilemma exercises and role-playing activities. Field exercises include simulated blood trailing, shooting of bows and shot placement exercises, scouting for game sign, treestand use and safety exercises. The course emphasizes hands-on learning with nearly half the training done outdoors.

http://www.ihea.com/hunter-education...-standards.php