RYA VHF

COURSE DESCRIPTION

RYA Marine Radio Short Range Certificate

With a mixture of theory and practical teaching, the online course introduces you to the use of a marine VHF radio equipped with a Digital Selective Calling (DSC) facility.

Gain the knowledge and confidence to communicate effectively on a VHF Radio, from basic controls to making May Day distress calls. The day ends with an assessment for the certificate for the operator’s license.

Once the online course is completed we will arrange a short exam to be held in our classroom which will last about 30 minutes.

Pre-requisite experience: None required, although knowledge of phonetic alphabet is useful

Duration: 6 hours

Qualifications: Marine Radio Short Range Certification

Cost: 180 euros excluding £60 exam fee payable directly to RYA