Course Details :
This is a non-certificated course for students who wish to undertake the RYA MCA Advanced Powerboat Exam and require preparation training for the exam.
Though there is no time scale we recommend a minimum of two days training. During the first day candidates have the opportunity to evaluate their progress with their instructor and determine whether more training or experience is required prior to taking the exam.
The two days cover the RYA Advanced Powerboat Course, theory to YM standard, a minimum of 1 night passage, close quarter manoeuvres to Advanced Powerboat standard and higher.
Candidates also have the opportunity to focus on areas they think require more work and the instructor will work with each student on their requirements to ensure they are as prepared as possible for the exam.
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| Navigation | Candidates should be competent to the standard of the Advanced Powerboat Certificate with navigation and chartwork to the level of Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Shorebased Theory Certificate. |
| Radio Operators Qualification | A restricted (VHF only) Radio Operators Certificate or a GMDSS Short Range Certificate or higher grade of marine radio certificate |
| First Aid | A valid first aid certificate*. First aid qualifications held by Police, Fire and Armed Services are also acceptable. |
| Seatime | 2 years relevant experience including night pilotage. As a guide 30 days, 2 days as skipper, 800 miles, 12 night hours. If you hold an RYA Advanced Powerboat Course Completion Certificate the seatime is reduced to: 20 days, 2 days as skipper, 400 miles, 12 night hours. All qualifying seatime must be within 10 years prior to the exam. |
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| Minimum age | 17 |
| Course Price | £350 per day includes instruction and use of vessel and fuel |
| Examination Price | for the latest RYA fees see https://www.rya.org.uk/courses-training/exams/Pages/exam-fees.aspx |
| Course Dates | By arrangement. |
| How to book | Call us on (01656) 880033 or email us via the Contact Us page to book your course. |
