The Day Skipper - CBE Certificate course is an introductory Coastguard Education course for all members of the family or crew, including those new to boating. It is particularly suited to those who are new to the responsibility of being a skipper on their own vessel.
Course purpose:
This course is for recreational pleasure craft operators and crew and covers general
Learning outcomes:
Demonstrate knowledge of:
- the components of a boat and its equipment
- basic boat handling techniques
- the use
of navi gational charts - basic ti
de an d weather terminology - navigational marks
- Maritime Rules and Regulations
- the caus
es of and preventative actions to be taken in emergency situations - common marine knots and their application.
Certification:
On successful completion of this course, you will have achieved Coastguard Education's Day Skipper Certificate. This is an internal certification only and is not recognised by any qualification authority or standard
Course Type and Duration:
Classroom Study with Online Resources: This is a face-to-face classroom course delivered by a tutor. This course is usually run over a weekend or over multiple nights. You will have 4 weeks to complete the course inclusiv
(Note: Due to technical issues, Day Skipper cannot be completed on an iPad.)
Virtual Classroom: This is a virtual classroom course with a tutor but you
Online Self-Directed Study: This is where you enrol on an online course which is self-directed from home. You will have 4 weeks from the date of enrolment to complete the course includin
Day Skipper Unit Standards: This is an 8 week s
Course Requirements
We welcome all domestic learners who are 14 years and older.
A NZ citizen or permanent resident, and an Australian citizen or permanent resident
We can only accept international learners if:
- You are employed by a company in New Zealand;
and You r work requires you to do the course;and The course is completed within 10 days.
Enrolment options for international learners are currently pending. For more information, please email info@boatingeducation.org.nz
Course Certificates
Learners can expect to receive their certificates up to 4 weeks after they have completed a classroom or home study course with us.
Coastguard Membership Offer
Become a Coastguard member for only $150 and receive $75 off an online or classroom Day Skipper course in your first year. Click HERE to join.