Description
There are no laws which demand a specific type of VHF certificate in non-commercial recreational boating. But you should be familiar with marine VHF, you should be able to use a VHF radio in routine or emergency communication. Our course is short and concentrated - created in cooperation with professors from the Maritime Academy, it’s even recommended by the Coastguard. So, as a result, it’s more than good for yacht charter needs. Revise and try again until you pass. You can get the certificate instantly – today!
This course covers the following key aspects:
- Regulatory Compliance: Participants will learn about the legal and regulatory requirements associated with operating VHF radios, including licensing and frequency usage.
- Equipment Familiarization: The course will introduce students to the various types of VHF radios, including fixed and handheld units, and how to use them.
- Basic Radio Procedures: Students will be taught essential communication protocols, such as making routine calls, urgency calls, and distress calls. This includes understanding and practicing correct radio terminology.
- Digital Selective Calling (DSC): An introduction to DSC, a technology that enhances the accuracy and efficiency of radio communications, will be provided.
- Emergency Protocols: Participants will be educated on how to handle emergency situations and respond to Mayday calls. They will understand the significance of avoiding unnecessary radio transmissions during distress situations.
- Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS): Courses cover the GMDSS, a global system for improving the safety and security of mariners. This include an overview of GMDSS equipment and procedures.
- Practical Exercises: Students will have the opportunity to practice their skills through simulated radio communications, helping them gain hands-on experience.
- Assessment: The course concludes with an quiz style exam to ensure that participants have acquired the necessary knowledge.
After course completion, you'll quickly obtain a certificate suitable for sharing and printing. This certificate formally acknowledges your successful completion of the Basic VHF Radio Operator course, which is essential if you plan to utilize VHF radios for bareboat chartering, confirming your proficiency in maritime safety and communication. With a duration of just one day, SkipperCheck VHF radio operator online course stands out as one of the quickest paths to certification in this domain.
Recommended by Pantaenius, the Latvian Coast Guard and MRCC Riga. Recognized by the Latvian Cruising Association*. Issued by Nautica SIA **. Created by professors from the Maritime Academy.
*- Latvian Cruising Association (LCA) is one of European Recreational boating authorities, involved in drafting boating law in cooperation with water police, border guards, coast guards and the Ministry of Transport. LCA is the author of the new certification system of Latvia and continues to work towards improving national boat licensing. The Latvian Cruising Association is a proud member of EBI (European Boating Industry – Europe’s leading organization which oversees boating in Europe and beyond)
**- Nautica SIA is a government approved organization which is licensed to run training programs for all level recreational boating exams to obtain International Certificates for Operator of Pleasure Craft issued in the UNECE member States in accordance with Resolution No. 40 issued by CSDD (Road Traffic Safety Directorate). Nautica SIA is officially authorized to issue recreational craft commercial endorsements as well. Our staff and training courses used by the National Defense Academy to train future Coastguards and Navy sailors about recreational boating.
