Maritime Radio Online Self-Study Course

Maritime Radio Online SELF-Study

June 25, 2020

This Maritime Radio ONLINE SELF-STUDY program is a completely integrated version of the classroom course that includes an online course manual and supporting learning materials. By taking this online self-study program you will learn how to operate a marine radio aboard a vessel. The course will address the following topics, and more, to help you be a smarter and safer boater: How to make routine and emergency calls using Digital Select Calling (DSC) and Voice Procedure, Channel selection, the phonetic alphabet and procedural words and phrases (radio speak), and The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and how it can help you in an emergency.

TIME PERIOD: You will have access to the program for 60 days.  

EXAM: The self-study program includes an exam to obtain a Restricted Operator’s Certificate (Maritime) which will be done in person with a CPS-ECP certified examiner. DURING THE COVID 19 PANDEMIC this exam will be administered using a video link.

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