Why SkipperCheck?
- Strengthen your knowledge and speak with confidence — from marina calls to emergencies. Learn EPIRB, SART, DSC, and AIS.
- Developed in official collaboration with the Electronic Communications Office of Latvia — an ITU-member authority — and aligned with CEPT/ERC/REC 31-04 standards.
- Course reviewed by the Seafarers’ Register of the Latvian Maritime Administration, with its recommendations duly incorporated.
- Officially recommended by MRCC and Coastguard authorities for non-commercial pleasure craft operators.
- Fast & Flexible – study anytime, anywhere. Most skippers finish in less than a day.
- Issued as a lifetime certificate – no expiry or renewal required.
- International Recognition – trusted by charter companies, insurers, and flag state registries.
How It Works
- Sign Up – get instant access to PDFs and selected safety videos.
- Learn at Your Pace – short, animated, easy-to-follow lessons.
- Test Your Knowledge – take an interactive quiz and repeat until you score 100%.
- Schedule the Video Call – contact us to arrange a time — in most cases available immediately or within 24 hours.
- Person Identification – we will verify that the person visible in the video call matches the profile information.
- Skills Validation – During the video call, we’ll check that you understand the basics, can use the radio in practice, and have entry-level English for standard VHF phrases.
- Get Certified – receive your digital certificate the same day.
- Order a Hard Copy Certificate (optional) – have your printed certificate delivered worldwide via DHL within a few days after processing.
Certificate Samples
Digital certificate – included. Plastic card – €75, durable, credit card–sized, shipped worldwide by DHL Express.
Digital Certificate.
PVC card certificate.
Before use, confirm acceptance with your flag state, charter company, and insurer — requirements vary by country.
