Our Yachtmaster preparation is based on many years of experience and we have a detailed knowledge of the standards required by the examiner.
We pride ourselves on the high standard of our instruction leading to our 100% pass record.
We will assess timescales and training programmes to suit each candidate.
Prerequisite qualifications and experience:
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Candidates must be aged 18 or over.
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Radio Operator's Qualification.
A restricted (VHF only) Radio Operator’s Certificate or a GMDSS Short Range Certificate or higher grade of marine radio certificate.
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First Aid.
A valid first aid certificate. First aid qualifications held by Police, Fire and Armed Services are also acceptable.
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Seatime.
50 days, 2,500 miles including at least 5 passages over 60 miles measured along the rhumb line from the port of departure to the destination, acting as skipper for at least two of these passages and including two which have involved overnight passages. 5 days experience as skipper. At least half this mileage and passages must be in tidal waters.
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The examiner will not take part in the management of boat during the exam. |
Duration will be agreed on an individual basis.