The Powerboat Skipper course is a five to six-day course. This is a certificate of competency for those candidates who wish to skipper a power vessel up to 24 meters in length, in fair weather, and in sight of land.
The “depth of knowledge” required for the theory portion of the Powerboat Skipper Certificate is the same as needed for the International Bareboat Skipper Certificate. Candidates must have logged over 200 miles and 10 days at sea by the end of the course to obtain the Powerboat Skipper Certificate of Competency.
It is the level of competence required when chartering a boat in the Mediterranean or West Indies where there are restrictions in terms of cruising area and distance from the base and the vessel has to be safely moored in a marina or anchored before dark.
Those who obtain the Powerboat Skipper qualification can automatically obtain the “International Certificate of Competency Power <24M” (ICC), provided the student meets the requirements as laid down by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe.
This course is a combination of the International Crew, VHF/SRC, and Flotilla/Bareboat Skipper Power course modules. It is also the same as the IYT ICC Power <24M.
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The Powerboat Skipper course is a 5-6 day program for those wishing to skipper power vessels up to 24 meters in fair weather and within sight of land. This qualification is suitable for chartering in restricted cruising areas, such as the Mediterranean or West Indies. Successful candidates can also obtain the “International Certificate of Competency Power <24M” (ICC) if they meet UN requirements.
This FAQ section covers everything you need to know about the IYT 24M Powerboat License. Designed for individuals looking to operate powerboats up to 24 meters in length, this advanced certification is ideal for those with prior experience or a 15M Powerboat License. Here, you’ll find details on course content, prerequisites, certification, and how to register.
The IYT 24M Powerboat License is an advanced certification that allows you to operate powerboats up to 24 meters in length in coastal waters. It includes training in navigation, safety, boat handling, and legal regulations for larger vessels.
This course is for individuals 16 years or older with prior boating experience or holding an IYT 15M Powerboat License or equivalent certification.
The course includes advanced navigation, chart plotting, electronic systems, maritime law, safety procedures, and practical boat handling for vessels up to 24 meters in length.
You must have previous boating experience, hold a valid IYT 15M Powerboat License or equivalent certification, and a medical certificate confirming fitness for sea duty.
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