Master Marine VHF Radio and GMDSS Equipment/Procedures – Be Ready for Emergencies and Routine Communication
Every crew member must know how to operate a VHF marine radio, especially during emergencies. Knowledge is key to safety at sea, and international regulations require at least one certified operator on board.
This Short Range Radio Operator (SRC) Course is a European government-approved training program designed to provide yacht skippers and sailors with essential communication skills required for safe and legal maritime operations. This course meets ITU and CEPT/ERC 31-04 standards, making it one of the most widely recognized entry-level radio operator certificates globally. It is valid across Europe and other CEPT member states, ensuring compliance in a variety of sailing destinations, including popular charter hotspots like Croatia, Greece, and Italy and more. To register a pleasure craft, some institutions, like the Polish Register and Swiss BAKOM, require such a certificate to assign an MMSI number to your boat.
Course Features
- Confident VHF Operation: You will learn to operate VHF radios, understand their features, and use communication protocols for emergencies and routine situations.
- Government-Approved Certification: Meets ITU and CEPT/ERC 31-04 recommendations.
- Trusted Authority:Under the authority of the Electronic Communications Office of Latvia. Developed with leading maritime organizations, including the Latvian Coast Guard and MRCC.
- Flexible, Fast & Online: Save time, study at your own pace, anytime, anywhere. Course duration is less than one day – get certified today!
- Lifetime Access: The SkipperCheck.net Short Range Certificate is valid for life, and you can refresh it anytime by completing our online course again — for free.
- Globally Recognized: Accepted across Europe and beyond, appreciated in major charter destinations.
How It Works
- Enroll Online: Gain immediate access to the course materials.
- Learn at Your Pace: Begin learning with engaging, animated videos and study materials. One comprehensive lesson is also available in German.
- Take the Quiz type exam: Validate your knowledge with a quiz. Retake it for free until you pass.
- Earn Your Certification: Receive your globally recognized SRC certificate immediately after passing.
- Optional Upgrade: Choose a credit card-style certificate for added convenience (a small printing/shipping fee applies).
Perfect for Charter Destinations
Destinations like Croatia, Montenegro, and the Caribbean often require an SRC certificate alongside your skipper’s license. Ensure compliance and boost your confidence with this course.
Digital Certificate.

PVC card certificate.

Bonus Offers
- Pre-Season Discount: Enroll now and save on your certification.
- Seamless Experience: Flexible learning, instant certification, and optional upgrades for added convenience.
- Refresh your skills anytime with lifetime access.
- Quiz-type exam for skipper license holders only; others must take an oral exam after the quiz.
Enroll Now – Safety Starts with Knowledge
The course price includes the course fee, examination fee, and a digital certificate. If you'd like an additional plastic, credit card-style certificate, it is available for a €50 printing and shipping fee.
Start now—be ready for safe, confident charters and get certified fast!






