Coastguard Boating Education is New Zealand's leading provider
of recreational boating courses. There are courses for all
levels of knowledge and ability.
Core courses are delivered throughout the country.
Specialty and practical courses are available at selected
venues. Course study options include correspondence,
tutorials, CD Rom or Home Study. Course duration times are
indicated.
For more information including a course schedule contact
Coastguard Boating Education:
Core Courses
DaySkipper (15 hours)
An introductory course for all members of the family
or crew, including those new to boating. Applies to all
vessels including yachts, launches, powerboats, jet skis, sea
kayaks and waka.
BoatMaster (30 hours)
A comprehensive course for boaties with some existing
knowledge and experience. Applies to a range of vessels
including yachts, launches and powerboats.
Marine VHF Operators Qualification (6 hours)
A legal requirement for all users of Marine VHF
Radio. Marine VHF
call signs are also available from Coastguard Boating
Education.
Specialty Courses
Coastal Skipper (55 hours)
An advanced course covering coastal navigation, weather,
passage planning
and seamanship relevant to those wishing to undertake
coastal voyages.
Ocean Yachtmaster (72 hours)
An advanced course covering ocean navigation and passage
making, for skippers and crew intending to race offshore or
cruise overseas.
Radar (6 hours)
A comprehensive course to help you understand and safely
operate the radar set on your vessel.
GPS Operator (6 hours)
Covering all principles and limitations, including use of
chart plotters and techniques for more complex navigation
tasks.
Race Medic (6 hours)
An essential course covering basic lifesaving skills.
Costal Medic (16 hours)
An intermediate course to mange trauma for up to 24 hours.
(Recognised by Maritime NZ for commercial qualifications).
Offshore Medic (16 hours)
An advanced course to manage trauma and medical emergencies
offshore, where medical assistance is not available.
Outboard
Engine Maintenance (6 hours)
An essential course covering outboard care and trouble
shooting.
Inboard
Engine Maintenance (15 hours)
A comprehensive course covering diesel engine care,
maintenance and fault finding.
Basic Sea Survival (4 hours)
An essential classroom based course covering sea survival
techniques and equipment.
Advanced Sea Survival (16
hours)
A two day course required by crew competing in offshore
races (Category 1). Recognised by Yachting NZ and ISAF.
Club Safety Boat Operator (8
hours)
A practical on-water training course for operators of yacht
club safety boats.
Sea Kayak (2
hours)
A short course covering sea kayaks, equipment,
communication, emergencies, planning, weather, rules and
navigation..
Maritime Restricted Radio Operator (Formally RRTOC)
A legal requirement for commercial operators and users of
HF/SSB radio.
Practical Courses
(In
association with the Royal Yachting Association)
Introductory through to advanced practical courses specific
to:
- Powerboating (runabourts, ribs and other outboard
driven craft)
- Sail Cruising (keelers and multihulls)
- Motor Cruising (launches)
- PWC (Personal Water Craft)
RYA/MCA Certificates
of Competence (Sail or Power) and commercial endorsements
are available.
School Programmes
Introduction to Safe Boating & Safe Boating
Introduction to Safe Boating & Safe Boating are teaching and
learning programmes for years 5 to 8. They provide preparation
for EOTC experiences such as kayaking, yachting and power boating
and are designed to lead into practical experiences led by teachers
or a contracted EOTC provider.
Introduction to Safe Boating is a programme designed for students
who have little or no boating experience. Safe Boating is for
students who have some boating experience.
Both programmes can be downloaded from Coastguard Boating
Education's website or you can order a free hard copy by phone 0800 40 80
90 or email
info@cbes.org.nz
Day Skipper Experience
A half day practical experience for Intermediate and
Secondary school students, to discover the thrill of crewing a
vessel and learn essential boating safety. |
