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Rya yachtmaster online course.
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The RYA Yachtmaster online theory course is an advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained on the shorebased Day Skipper course. The course is aimed at sailors and motor boaters who are looking to undertake more complex passages, perhaps offshore or at night. This course is a must for those looking to work towards taking the RYA Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams.
The RYA Online Yachtmaster course costs £315.00 and includes the RYA Course pack which contains: 2 Full size Training charts, a Training Almanac and Shorbased notes that will act as an Aide-mémoire throught the online course
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The Yachtmaster online course is an intensive programme covering advanced navigation techniques. It includes position fixing, course shaping and plotting, tidal knowledge, secondary port calculations, navigation in restricted visibility, Admiralty publications and electronic position finding equipment.
The meteorology tuition within the course includes the taking and interpretation of forecasts, plotting of weather systems and weather prediction. Students are shown how to use this information when planning and executing passage plans. The International Regulations for Prevention of Collision at Sea are dealt with in detail and you will also learn more about yacht stability and safety offshore.
Students will need to have a valid RYA Day Skipper theory certificate or equivalent and have thoroughly revised the Collision Regulations before taking the course.
YACHTMASTER QUALIFICATION WITH AN RYA APPROVED COURSE
The animated lessons are not matched in any other Yachtmaster online course. They are designed to make learning interesting and questions easy.
Assessment methods within the courses ensure student training is E valuated, V alidated and R ecorded.
The majority of Yachtmaster Online courses are mainly narrated videos and slideshows and to be honest, you may as well buy a book.
Our Yachtmaster online courses are fully animated lessons with an optional voice over so you get the best of everything.
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You will receive RYA Certification on satisfactory completion of the course.
The RYA Yachtmaster online course is provided by Navathome, a RYA Recognised Training Centre specialising in online training, and includes: a course pack consisting of training charts, exercises pack, Yachtmaster shorebased booklet, and your certificate, which is normally priced at £40.00. Plus, a Training Almanac normally priced at £7.49 (Day Skipper/Yachtmaster).
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The RYA Online Yachtmaster course normally costs £315
YACHTMASTER ONLINE COURSE TOPICS INCLUDE:
- position fixing
- course shaping and plotting
- tidal knowledge
- use of almanacs and admiralty publications
- electronic position finding equipment
- taking and interpreting forecasts
- plotting weather systems
- weather predictions using a barometer and by observation
- collision regulations
- customs and excise regulations for cruising abroad
There is a six-month initial access period to the online theory course. In the unlikely event that you will need an extension, there is an option to extend as many times as you like until you pass your assessment. The cost of administrating each 6-month extension, beyond the initial 6 months, is £30.
This is an advanced course in navigation and meteorology for candidates for the Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate.
This course will take your theory knowledge to the standard required for the Yachtmaster™ Coastal and Yachtmaster™ Offshore practical exams, concentrating on advanced navigation and meteorology skills.
As with the Day Skipper shorebased course, the RYA’s specially designed chart plotter software will be used during the course to give you a realistic taste of modern electronic navigation.
Those who have not acquired the knowledge set out in the Day Skipper course are unlikely to be able to assimilate all the subjects covered in this advanced course.
1. Position
- Dead reckoning and estimated position
- Satellite-derived position
- Use of waypoints to fix position
- Radar fixes
- Techniques of visual fixing
- Fixes using a mixture of position lines
- Relative accuracy of different methods of position fixing
- Area of uncertainty
2. The magnetic compass
- Allowance for variation
- Change of variation with time and position
- Causes of deviation
- Swing for deviation (but not correction)
- Allowance for deviation
- Different types of compass
- Causes of tide – Springs and Neaps
- Tide tables – sources
- Tidal levels and datum
- Standard and secondary ports
- Tide anomalies (Solent, etc.)
4. Tidal Streams
- Sources of tidal information
- Tidal stream information in sailing directions and Yachtsmen’s Almanacs
- Allowance for tidal streams in computing a course to steer
- Tide rips, overfalls and races
- Tidal observation buoys, beacons etc.
- IALA system buoyage in Region A
- Limitations of buoys as navigational aids
- Characteristics
- Ranges – visual, luminous and nominal
- Rising and dipping distances
- Light lists
7. Pilotage
- Harbour regulations and control signals
- Methods of pre-planning
- Clearing lines
- Use of soundings
- Transits and leading lines
8. GPS and chart plotters
- Principles of operation and limitations of use
- Raster and vector charts
- Importance of confirmation of position by an independent source and keeping a separate record of position
- Importance of paper charts
9. Echo sounders
10. logs (speed and distance measuring).
- Principles of operation limitations of use
11. Deck log
- Importance of log as yacht’s official document
- Layout of log, hourly and occasional entries
12. Meteorology
- Basic terms, the Beaufort scale b. Air masses c. Cloud types d. Weather patterns associated with pressure and frontal systems e. Sources of weather forecasts f. Ability to interpret a shipping forecast, weatherfax and weather satellite information g. Land and sea breezes h. Sea fog i. Use of barometer as a forecasting aid
13. Rules of the Road
- A sound knowledge of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, except Annexes 1 and 3
14. Safety at Sea
- Personal safety, use of lifejackets, safety harnesses and lifelines
- Fire prevention and fire fighting
- Distress signals
- Coastguard and Boat Safety Scheme
- Preparation for heavy weather
- Liferafts and helicopter rescue
- Understanding of capabilities of vessel and basic knowledge of stability
15. Navigation in restricted visibility
- Precautions to be taken in fog
- Limitations to safe navigation imposed by fog
- Navigation in poor visibility
16. Passage planning
- Preparation of charts and notebook for route planning and making, and use at sea
- Customs regulations as they apply to yachts
- Routine for navigating in coastal waters
- Strategy for course laying
- Use of waypoints and routes
- Use of weather forecast information for passage planning strategy
- Sources of local and national regulations
Packs will be delivered for free to destinations within most of the mainland United Kingdom.
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RYA Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster Course Information
This e-learning course has been developed by Above & Beyond Boating. The course content covers the RYA Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster Offshore Syllabus.
There are 12 course units, comprising of lessons and activities. Lessons are structured with dynamic content and quiz exercises, which provide immediate feedback, to test your knowledge. On completion of the course units, you will be required to complete some online assessments to receive your certificate.
The RYA course framework has been used with Australian and International scenario based case studies to ensure you finish the course with confidence to undertake coastal passages.
Course Study
The course takes around 40 hours in total to study. The self-paced e-learning structure allows you to log in and work through the course material in your own time.
Qualification
RYA/MCA Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster Offshore Shorebased Course Certificate.
The RYA Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster Offshore course builds upon the navigation, meteorology, and passage making that is delivered in the RYA Day Skipper Theory Course . This RYA training course will introduce new topics and develop a deeper understanding of familiar topics. All units of this course have an assumed prior knowledge of the RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Course.
Above & Beyond Boating is here to help! If you are not sure which course is best suited for your skills and future boating aspirations, please contact us today to discuss your pathway.
Once you have completed the twelve units of study, there are three assessment papers to complete in the online course. There is a Chartwork assessment, IRPCS assessment, and a Passage Making assessment.
When you have submitted an assessment attempt, it will be marked by a course instructor, and you will be provided with feedback. If you do not pass your assessment on your first attempt, we will provide feedback to help you prepare for another attempt. You can re-sit an exam again when you are ready.
A formal exam invigilation is required if you intend to gain an MCA large yacht qualification, such as the Officer of the Watch or Master 3000. Should you require a formal exam, we can assist with finding an RYA Training Centre in Australia, or internationally, to invigilate.
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RYA Coastal Skipper and RYA Yachtmaster Certification
The RYA Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster Theory Course is an advanced training course covering extensive theoretical knowledge necessary for offshore skippering skills, boat handling, seamanship, navigation, safety awareness, collision avoidance, meteorology, and the use of technological aids. Once you have this prestigious coastal skipper licence, the oceans are yours to explore.
The Investment
Access to the course is open for the lifetime of the product. Your course support will remain active for 12 months from the time of enrolment. If life gets too busy and you need more time, you can pause your course support for up to 6-months, and then continue when you have more time.
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Everything You Need To Know About RYA Yachtmaster Theory
In last weeks blog we broke down RYA Day Skipper Practical and how it fits in to your learning progression. RYA Yachtmaster Theory is the next step in that journey and on its completion you opens up RYA Coastal Skipper Practical Course as well as several other interesting optional courses you could take. This blog will tell you Everything You Need To Know About RYA Yachtmaster Theory.
What is RYA Yachtmaster Theory?
Being a theory course its shore based in a classroom or online via zoom. It assumes you have completed RYA Day Skipper theory or possess a comparable level of knowledge as it teaches you more advanced navigation techniques. You will learn about navigating safely on coastal and offshore passages. If you plan to progress to Coastal Skipper practical, Yachtmaster Coastal or Yachtmaster Offshore then you should be taking this course.
What RYA Yachtmaster Theory teaches you?
The course in essence will teach you advanced theory of navigation and meteorology. For those with extensive sailing experience with previous navigational experience, the course builds upon those basic skills. You will be developing a comprehensive depth of knowledge and understanding of navigation theories, techniques and practices.
www.firstclasssailing.com/rya-courses/yachtmaster-theory-course
What can I expect to do?
RYA Yachtmaster Theory is an in-depth course with a wide subject field. But in short it will include position fixing, magnetic compass, tides, tidal streams, buoyage, lights, pilotage, and introduction to GPS and plotters, meteorology, collision prevention regulations, safety, navigation and passage planning among a lot more to numerous to go in-depth about in a short blog.
Where & When Can I take RYA Yachtmaster Theory?
There are three different ways you can take Yachtmaster Theory. We offer classroom based courses in our Southampton (Shamrock Quays) location and across London. The classroom based course runs for 8 weeks ( 1 evening per week) and a weekend, or over 2 and a half weekends. If you have a suitable space we can also come to your office and run the program for your colleagues. Due to the impact of COVID we adapted our shore based courses for online zoom learning. This became very popular over the pandemic and the flexibility it offers means it has maintained it popularity. Like the in person course is typically run over 8 weeks however is sometimes compressed with multiple lessons a week. Finally we have a purely online version that allows you to dip in and out as and when it suits you. Support from an instructor is only a phone call or email away
What Equipment Will I Need?
No matter if you doing RYA Yachtmaster theory in a classroom, via zoom or online, each format comes with a extensive set of materials to make use of. All students will receive a RYA work pack of charts, tide tables, port information and mock questions. A website with course slides will also be accessible after each lesson to help you refresh you memory. Those taking the Classroom or Zoom versions will also receive s Cockpit Companion.
To complete the course you will need a set of plotter and dividers. We can provide them to you for £20 to be collected at your first lesson. If your doing the Zoom or Online versions we will courier them to you. You can also opt to buy your own however they will likely be more expensive. If you have already completed RYA Day skipper theory or have the comparable experience you should already have everything you need.
Lastly If you haven’t already got a logbook you should make sure you get one. They are £7.49. The Logbook is a place to record your miles and keep your certificates. It outlines the whole RYA Cruising Scheme giving the course content for each course again if you completed prior course you should already have one of these.
What skills will I have after the course?
On competition of RYA Yachtmaster Theory you should now have the Background knowledge you need to skipper a yacht on coastal passages by day and night. You can now develop your skills further by moving up a level and taking the RYA Yachtmaster Practical , which in itself opens up several more course options. You can find more information about course options by following the link below.
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Hopefully this blog has answered Everything You Need To Know about RYA Yachtmaster Theory. If you have any further questions or you are interested in taking RYA Yachtmaster Theory click here to see availability and dates. You can also E-mail [email protected] or call 0203 006 3717
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RYA Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster ™ Offshore Theory (Online)
- This course looks to refine the techniques learnt in your RYA Day Skipper Theory course
- International Maritime Law
- Passage Planning
- Meteorology
- Environmental care
RYA Coastal Skipper and/or Yachtmaster offshore theory is a more advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained at the RYA Day Skipper Theory level. Its aim is to take your theory knowledge to the standard required for the Yachtmaster Coastal and Yachtmaster Offshore practical course.
This course is open to anyone who has already completed Day Skipper Theory, and ideally has some practical boating experience. You should be comfortable applying concepts such as tidal heights and streams and interpreting weather information. Pilotage and passage planning will already be in your knowledge base. You will feel at ease with the practical and thorough application of the IRPCS. You will understand how to fix position using a variety of methods. Your knowledge of safety systems and practices will be substantial.
Your full training pack contents include:
- Two RYA practice charts
- The RYA Coastal / Yachtmaster course notes
- The RYA Coastal / Yachtmaster exercises
- The RYA Training Almanac
Please note: Your online course is provided by Navathome. Booking conditions are not the same as for courses delivered by Andrew Simpson Yachting.
Notes on shipping of training materials.
All training materials for the online courses are shipped to you the buyer. Please be aware of the Navathome policy relating to shipping. This forms part of their terms and conditions.
- Navathome is unable to ship to addresses which contain PO Box Numbers. A physical address is required.
- Buyers must provide a valid contact telephone number at the time of booking
- Packs being shipped to Russia must be delivered to a business address.
- All packs must be signed for, so the buyer must ensure that there will be somebody available to accept the package
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Yachtmaster Offshore - Theory Online Course
The online Yachtmaster is for those who do not have the availability to come to our course .
The course will bring your theoretical knowledge to the level required to pass the Yachtmaster Coastal and Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams.
This course focuses on advanced navigation and meteorology skills. In addition, it is composed of fully animated lessons that will take you step-by-step through each lesson. It is designed to make learning more interesting and questions easier at the same time.
Optional audio will help students with their maritime English skills. Is important to pass the practical exams.
The course is approved by the Royal Yachting Association .
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DURATION : Maximum up to 6 months to complete (with optional extension if necessary). The course can be completed in as little as 60 hours. Up to two years of access to online material after course completion.
Use of the chart for course calculation
Tides, prediction and characteristics, use of almanacs and nautical publications, knowledge of meteorological systems, use and interpretation of weather forecasts, weather forecasting using barometer and direct observation, regulations for preventing collision at sea (ripa), use of electronic devices, customs legislation for cruises abroad.
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Rya yachtmaster ocean theory course, get instant access £275.
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This comprehensive program covers vital topics such as celestial navigation, ocean passage planning, weather forecasting and meteorology. By mastering these essential skills, you'll gain the theoretical knowledge ready to navigate vast and unpredictable waters with confidence. Join our course and embark on a journey towards becoming a competent and capable Yachtmaster Ocean. If you wish to take the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Ocean oral exam, the RYA require the end of course theory assessment to be invigilated by an RYA Instructor at an RYA recognised Training Centre. Alternatively, the candidate can opt to take an extra paper during the oral exam. If you wish to take an invigilated assessment at the end of the theory course rather than take the extra paper during the oral exam, please let us know in advance so we can arrange for you to take the assessment at one of our participating centres. There will be a fee for the invigilation which is at the discretion of the chosen recognised Training Centre.
Most students pass first time but no stress if you don’t; we offer further help and tuition until you are successful.
Is this course right for you?
This course is suitable for those who hold theory knowledge to the level of Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore. The coursework will take approximately 40 hours. No sextant is required for the course as fully interactive animated lessons are included. The final assessment takes 2 hours which is taken in one sitting.
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RYA Ocean Yachtmaster Course SYLLABUS
The earth and the celestial sphere:
- Definition of observer’s zenith and position of a heavenly body in terms of latitude.
- longitude, GHA and declination.
- Right angle relationships, latitude and co-lat, declination and polar distance.
- Relationship between GHA, longitude and LHA.
- Tabulation of declination in nautical almanac.
- Rate of increase of hour angle with time.
The PZX triangle:
- The tabulated components of the triangle, LHA, co-lat and polar distance.
- The calculable components, zenith distance and azimuth.
- Relationship between zenith distance and altitude.
- Introduction to the tabular method of solution in the Air Navigation Tables and the basic sight form.
- The use of calculators for the solution of the PZX triangle.
The sextant:
- Practical guide to the use and care of a sextant at sea.
- Conversion of sextant altitude to true altitude.
- Application of dip, index error and refraction.
- Correction of side error, perpendicularity, index error and collimation error.
Measurement of time:
- Forecasting time of meridian altitude.
- Reduction of meridian altitude sights.
Sun, star and other sights:
- Reduction and plotting of sun sights using.
- Air Navigation Tables.
- Awareness of the use of calculators for sight reduction.
- The plotting of sun-run-sun meridian altitude.
- Awareness of the reduction and plotting of sights obtained from stars, moon and planets.
Compass checking:
- Use of amplitude and azimuth tables systems and/or calculator.
Satellite Navigation Systems:
- Principles and limitations of use of all systems.
Great circle sailing:
- Comparison of rhumb lines and great circles.
- Verticies and composite tracks.
- The computation of a series of rhumb lines approximating to a great circle by use of gnomonic and Mercator projections.
Meteorology:
- General pressure distribution and prevailing winds over the oceans of the world.
- Tropical revolving storms, seasonal occurrence and forecasting by observation.
Passage planning:
- Publications available to assist with planning of long passages (routeing charts, ocean passages of the world and other publications).
- Preparation for ocean passage including survival equipment, victualling, water and fuel management, chafe protection, spares and maintenance.
Passage making:
- Navigational routine and Keeping watch.
- Crew management.
Communications:
- Satellite and terrestrial systems.
- Weather information.
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RYA Online Coastal/Yachtmaster Theory
The RYA Online Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster theory course is an advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained on the shorebased Day Skipper course. It is aimed at sailors and motor boaters who are looking to undertake more complex passages perhaps offshore or at night. This course is a must for those looking to work towards taking the RYA Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster practical exams.
It is an intensive course covering advanced navigation techniques including - position fixing, course shaping and plotting, tidal knowledge including secondary port calculations, navigation in restricted visibility, Admiralty publications and electronic position finding equipment. The meteorology tuition includes the taking and interpretation of forecasts, plotting of weather systems and weather prediction. Students are shown how to use this information when planning and executing passage plans. The International Regulations for Prevention of Collision at Sea are dealt with in detail and you will also learn more about yacht stability and safety offshore.
It is strongly recommended that students have a good grasp of theory subjects to Day Skipper standard and have thoroughly revised the Collision Regulations before attending.
During the course students sit three exams and will be awarded the RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Theory Certificate.
What's Included:
All course materials including RYA Coastal/Yachtmaster course notes and training almanac.
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This course is run by sailingcourseonline.co.uk, to book this course please contact Hamble School of Yachting on 02380 452 668 or [email protected]
Eight months access to the course which is extendable for a small fee, Course Pack and Training Almanac. Email and phone assistance by qualified instructors and Postage to mainland UK (surcharge applies for overseas)
Duration: 50 - 60 hours plus exam time. PC, Mac and tablet compatible
Previous Experience Required: RYA Day Skipper theory and practical sailing or motorboat experience Course overview: Advanced coastal and offshore navigation course covering pilotage, meteorology, stability, Collision Regulations and electronic navigation aids such as GPS and chart plotters
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Cost: Online £220
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RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Theory Online Course
This course follows on from the Day Skipper course and builds on many of the subjects covered on that course but in much more depth, whilst also introducing many other new and equally important subjects. This course is aimed at those wishing to go onto complete the Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster practical courses and exams as well as the recreational boaters wishing to widen their knowledge base. By the end of the course you should be equipped with the knowledge to navigate a sailing yacht or powered craft in unfamiliar coastal and offshore waters during the day and night.
Pre-requisites
A knowledge/skill base to the level of RYA Day Skipper Shorebased .
What's Involved?
This is an eLearning course, but an RYA instructor is on hand to provide as much support as you require, this is done predominately by email, but Skype/Zoom chats can be organised at pre-arranged times.
Course Content
- Position fixing
- Course shaping and plotting
- Tidal knowledge
- Use of almanacs and admiralty publications
- Electronic position finding equipment
- Taking and interpreting forecasts
- Plotting weather systems
- Weather predictions using a barometer and by observation
- Collision regulations
- Customs and excise regulations for cruising abroad
Course Duration
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Approximately 6 days
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This is an online course so all you need to do is to select 'Book Now' and then pay and we will send your login details and instructions for taking the course. The login will arrive the next business day as we need to manually set you up for this course.
We're always really keen to chat to you when you’re booking a course as whilst we are happy to take bookings through this system for your convenience - nothing beats chatting about boats and courses!
Whilst this is an online course you will be prompted for a date, just leave the date it gives you as it doesn't matter what date is selected. Select as many spaces as you need and then follow the booking process.
PLEASE NOTE: When you book this course we need to MANUALLY set you up on the Interactive system. This is the same for ALL schools. We will set you up by close of play the next working day. We apologise for this delay but this is a course requirement and not down to us. :)
If overseas customers book the UK option we cannot set you up online until you have paid the additional postage amount of £25.
What's included?
- Online e-Learning course
- Training charts
- Course handbook & exercises
- RYA Training Almanac
- Assessment papers
- Electronic chart plotter CD
- Support from a RYA instructor
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How Does It All Work?
Once you've received a confirmation email from us, you can login with the username & password that is emailed to you.
Your course pack will be posted to you but you don't need to wait for this to start your course.
Carry out the online training course at your own pace. (Maximum 6 months)
If you have any questions at any stage during your course, simply email your instructor.
At the end you need to sit tests. If you need this qualification commercially please talk to us as you may need to be invigilated. On successful completion, you will receive your certificate in the post.
What about if i need to use this commercially?
You do not necessarily need your Yachtmaster Theory online course assessment invigilated.. have a read through the below as this may answer the question as to whether you do or not..
What is assessment invigilation and who can conduct it?
In some cases, it is necessary to arrange for an RYA Instructor to be present throughout the assessment to verify that you haven't received any outside assistance. This may be an RYA Instructor of any level.
When is invigilation required, do I really need it?
In most cases, invigilation of the final theory assessment is not necessary and is completely optional. We have summarised this for you below:
Invigilation is not required:
- If you are going to be using the qualification for leisure purposes (flotilla, charter, own boat cruising etc).
- If you wish to qualify as a RYA Cruising Instructor or an RYA Yachtmaster Instructor.
- For Skippering vessels below 200GT
- If you are wishing to add a Commercial Endorsement to a RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence.
Invigilation will be required:
- If you wish to enter MCA large yacht qualifications such as Officer of the Watch or Master 3000 all of your theory assessments must be invigilated
- If you intend to Skipper vessels of over 200GT
- If you intend to use your RYA Day Skipper Certificate or Competence for commercial purposes such as sea angling or commercial dive-boat operations within the UK you will require a professional endorsement to a Day Skipper Certificate of Competence. This will enable you to skipper a small commercial vessel. If your Day Skipper shorebased exam is invigilated by an RYA Instructor you will be able to operate up to 12 mile limit from the vessel's home port. If your theory exam has not been invigilated, operation will be authorised for a 3 mile limit from the vessel's home port.
How can invigilation be arranged?
You may choose to make your own arrangements independently, please note: the chosen RYA recognised Training Centre may wish to charge a fee to cover their instructor time. This will need to be agreed by your instructor to ensure the centre you wish to be invigilated is acceptable to do it at.
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RYA Yachtmaster Offshore (Yachtmaster 200GT & 150NM Limited)
An RYA Offshore certifies an individual as competent to captain a vessel up to 24m in length and no more than 200 Gross Tonnes. The offshore certification is applicable passages during which the yacht is no more than 150 miles from harbour.
The Yacht master offshore consists of two components:
- Yachtmaster Offshore Theory
- Yachtmaster Offshore Practical
Both components can be done on an individual basis but in order to achieve a commercial endorsement for the yachtmaster offshore certificate of competency, both the theory and practical examinations must be passed.
Yachtmaster Offshore Requirements:
In order to be eligible to take the Yachtmaster Offshore practical exam, candidates must meet the minimum sea time requirements.
The RYA Yachtmaster Offshore minimum sea time prerequisites are as follows:
- 50 days at sea on yachts up to 500GT
- 5 days as skipper on vessels less than 24m LOA
- 2500 miles on yachts up to 500GT
- 5 passages over 60 miles long, which must include 2 overnight passages and 2 as skipper
If a candidate already holds an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence for a different vessel type (Ie. power or sail) then the above prerequisites are adjusted as indicated on the RYA's Yacht Master Offshore Exam page.
Yachtmaster Offshore Course Breakdown
The Yachtmaster Offshore course consists of a 40-hour (minimum) theory course (excluding exam time), 5 days of practical training and preparation followed by a 2-day practical examination.
Yachtmaster Offshore Theory:
The following topics are covered during the Yachtmaster Offshore theory course:
- Position fixing,
- Course shaping and plotting,
- Tidal knowledge,
- Use of almanacs and admiralty publications,
- Electronic position finding equipment,
- Taking and interpreting forecasts,
- Plotting weather systems,
- Weather predictions using a barometer.
- Certificate issuing criteria
Yachtmaster Offshore Theory Online
The RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Theory can be studied in an online or virtual distance learning format. The online version of the course allows students to work through the training content at their own pace, which may benefit those who are working with little time off.
Yachtmaster Offshore Practical
Although there is no formal training course leading up to the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Practical exam, it is common for yacht crew to complete a practical training course, leading up to the exam. This may vary slightly between schools but should be done at an RYA accredited center.
The exam will include an assessment of your skippering skills, boat handling, general seamanship, navigation, safety awareness and knowledge of the IRPCS, meteorology and signals.
RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Practical Exam:
A valid GMDSS-approved SRC Radio Operators Certificate and a First Aid Certificate are requirements for the RYA Yachtmaster Practical examination. The Elementary First Aid Certificate as acquired during STCW Basic Training is an accepted version. For recreational sailors, an RYA First Aid certificate is sufficient.
In addition to this, candidates need to ensure that they have met the minimum sea time prerequisites as highlighted above.
Practical Exam Assessment:
The exam will include an assessment of:
- The candidate's skills as a captain,
- Boat handling ability
- General seamanship,
- Navigation planning and execution
- Safety awareness and procedures
- Knowledge of the IRPCS,
- Meteorology,
- Lights, shapes, sounds, and other signals.
Practical Exam Duration:
- 8-12 hours for 1 candidate,
- 10-18 hours for 2 candidates.
- No more than two candidates can be examined in 24 hours and no more than four candidates can be examined in one 2-day session.
RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate
Students who pass their Yachtmaster Offshore practical and theory examinations will be awarded an RYA Yachtmaster offshore certificate of competency. It is important to understand that CoC is a recreational license until it is commercially endorsed by the MCA.
RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Commerical Endorsement
In order to commercially endorse your Yachtmaster offshore certificate, you will need to submit the following:
- Original Yachtmaster Offshore certificate
- RYA Professional Practices and Responsibilities certificate
- an RYA commercial endorsement application form
- Your original, completed ML5, ENG1 , or an ENG1 equivalent medical form.
- A copy of your RYA Basic Sea Survival certificate or STCW Personal Survival Techniques
- A copy of your RYA Marine Radio SRC Certificate or other acceptable GMDSS Marine Radio Operator's Certificate .
- A passport-sized photo with your name on the back
- The application fee
RYA Yachtmaster Offshore License
A license card/ book will be provided to those who pass the relevant Yachtmaster offshore examinations. The license will include a photo, and details about the license holder, and will also include information about the endorsements associated with the license.
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Yachtmaster Online Theory Course
Advanced training for more experienced skippers building on the Day Skipper course.
“This course equips you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages. This course will take your theory knowledge to the standard required for the Yachtmaster™ Coastal and Yachtmaster™ Offshore practical exams, concentrating on advanced navigation and meteorology skills”.
– Royal Yachting Association
The most experienced yachtsmen and yachtswomen around the world agree that the Yachtmaster Coastal & Yachtmaster Offshore examinations are the most useful and credible of all yachting qualifications. RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ theory is a fundamental step towards gaining these practical Certificates of Competence. Whether you wish to use the Yachtmaster™ Coastal and Yachtmaster™ Offshore practical exams as a stepping stone to a career on the water, or you just want to challenge your self to obtaining the ticket for personal use, you will be among an elite group of sailors.
Our Unique Course Material
There are lots of online sailing schools out there offering the RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ Theory Course. You’d be forgiven for thinking that all of these courses were the same – but they are not. Sure, they all need to cover the same syllabus. However, each individual sailing school is responsible for creating the online content to teach that syllabus.
In our opinion, when you are learning practical skills such as nautical navigation, weather and collision regulations, the learning material is really important. This is why we have created interactive, engaging videos to illustrate each and every point in the syllabus. We’ve gone to great lengths to ensure that our videos are the best, most effective way for our students to learn the skills this course is designed to provide.
Our videos make the course material easy to digest, clear and enjoyable. It’s also resulted in us having a 100% pass rate to date! Watch Sample Course Material
RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ Theory Syllabus
RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ theory course equips you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages and to foreign destinations and can be used as a stepping stone towards a career on the water. The Nav-School course comprehensively covers the full RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ Syllabus.
- position fixing
- course shaping and plotting
- tidal knowledge
- use of almanacs and admiralty publications
- electronic position finding equipment
- taking and interpreting forecasts
- plotting weather systems
- weather predictions using a barometer and by observation
- collision regulations
- customs and excise regulations for cruising abroad
- it allows some time for revision of the basics and then moves on to advanced navigation techniques
Taken from the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) website
Who Should Take the RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ Theory Course?
Candidates for the RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ theory should have good sound basic knowledge up to the level of RYA Day Skipper Theory. It is an advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained at the theory Day Skipper level. It is aimed at sailors and motor boaters who are looking to undertake more complex coastal passages, offshore and at night.
RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ theory is a fundamental step towards gaining the practical Yachtmaster Certificates of Competence. Whether you wish to use the Yachtmaster™ Coastal and Yachtmaster™ Offshore practical exams as a stepping stone to a career on the water, or you just want to challenge yourself to obtaining the ticket for personal use, you will be among an elite group of sailors.
How Long Does the Course Take to Complete?
There’s no set answer to this. The beauty of it being an online course is that you can complete it at your own pace, at a time that suits you. Our RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ theory course takes approximately 40 to 45 hours to complete. This can be completed within an intense fortnight, or a leisurely couple of months. We don’t mind, we just want you to complete it at a rate that suits you.
If you’d like to get started, just click the button below to sign up to the course and complete your payment. Once you’ve done this, you’ll get access to all our course material and our full learning management system. You will also receive an email from your designated course tutor who is a fully qualified Yachtmaster Instructor. They are available at any point should you have any questions or problems during your course.
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Online Yachtmaster Theory
Understand the traditional methods of navigation in offshore tidal waters on the Online Yachtmaster Theory course
Full course price £ 315 SPECIAL OFFER £275
Online course
Strongly recommended before taking the Yachtmaster practical
Course provided in partnership with Skippers Online Ltd.
How to book a course
If you would like to book an online course with Chichester Marine Training please click on the link at the bottom of the page, or if you have any questions then feel free to give us a call on 01243 511293.
Course aims:
To provide clients with an advanced understanding of traditional methods of navigation in offshore tidal waters. This course is strongly recommended for anyone considering the Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore practical course. One of the most common causes of Yachtmaster practical exam failure is a poor understanding of the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (IRPCS) and the traditional methods of navigation. The Online Yachtmaster theory course is designed to make sure that you are adequately prepared and ready to apply these principles if you subsequently choose to take the practical exam.
Course content:
The course covers IRPCS, tidal heights and secondary ports, tidal streams, EP’s, course to steer, detailed meteorology, advanced pilotage, clearing bearings and passage planning by day or night.
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Included in the course price:
- 6 months' access
- Instructor support 365 days a year
- Student Pack (2 charts, training almanac & course handbook)
- RYA chart-plotter software
- 15 fully-narrated lessons, including embedded quizzes with instant feedback
- 15 self-assessment exercises, with fully worked answers
- Radar training
- Mock exams, with automatic feedback
- 3 final online exams, with detailed instructor feedback and unlimited attempts. You can arrange your own invigilator
- Unlimited free exam resits
- RYA Yachtmaster Theory Course Completion Certificate to support your practical course, professional qualification or MCA Master 200 Oral Exam
- Download lessons to run offline on iPads, iPhones and Android Devices
- 2 Years' further access to training materials, once you’ve completed the course
- UK delivery by First Class Post
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Ideal for candidates for the Coastal Skipper practical course & Yachmaster Offshore exam. Some revision of the Day Skipper shorebased course plus more advanced skills in offshore & coastal navigation by day & night, pilotage & meteorology.
Knowledge to the level of Day Skipper Shorebased.
40 hours plus exam time
Position fixing, course shaping and plotting, tidal knowledge, use of almanacs and admiralty publications, electronic position finding equipment, taking and interpreting forecasts, plotting weather systems, weather predictions using a barometer.
Background knowledge to skipper a yacht on coastal passages by day & night.
This is a shorebased course that can be taken in the classroom, online or by distance learning.
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The RYA Yachtmaster online theory course takes your theory knowledge to the standard required for the Yachtmaster Coastal and Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams.. This course advances your skills as a skipper of a yacht or motor boat, with an emphasis on navigation and passage planning for more complex coastal or offshore passages by day and night
Jeni. Comprehensive course with helpful feedback. I recently took the Coastal/Yachtmaster theory course with Navathome, and happily I passed. There is a great deal of information to cover, and trying to fit this round a day job meant I needed an extension to the time to go through the course, but they kindly granted me this, and provided helpful and constructive feedback at every point.
This course is a must for those looking to work towards taking the RYA Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams. The RYA Online Yachtmaster course costs £315.00 and includes the RYA Course pack which contains: 2 Full size Training charts, a Training Almanac and Shorbased notes that will act as an Aide-mémoire throught the ...
13 fully-narrated online lessons including animations, videos and realistic 3D graphics. Embedded quizzes with instant feedback in each lesson. Self-assessment exercises with fully worked answers. Final exam with detailed instructor feedback and free repeat attempts if requried. RYA Ocean Yachtmaster Shorebased Theory Course Completion Certificate.
Call us for advice on 0238 218 2604. "Amazing, the course is so easy to follow and there is a huge amount of support. For anyone wanting to sit an RYA theory course Skippers Online is definitely the place to choose.". Our engaging and informative Day Skipper and Yachtmaster online theory courses use fully narrated and animated lessons to ...
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The RYA Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster Offshore course builds upon the navigation, meteorology, and passage making that is delivered in the RYA Day Skipper Theory Course. This RYA training course will introduce new topics and develop a deeper understanding of familiar topics. All units of this course have an assumed prior knowledge of the RYA ...
RYA Yachtmaster Theory is an in-depth course with a wide subject field. But in short it will include position fixing, magnetic compass, tides, tidal streams, buoyage, lights, pilotage, and introduction to GPS and plotters, meteorology, collision prevention regulations, safety, navigation and passage planning among a lot more to numerous to go ...
Online RYA Day Skipper Theory. The online RYA Day Skipper Course is a great way to do your theory course without having to attend at our offices. This course brings students with at least the RYA Competent Crew qualification and some sailing experience, up to skipper level (Theory only). Learn more.
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RYA Coastal Skipper and/or Yachtmaster offshore theory is a more advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained at the RYA Day Skipper Theory level. Its aim is to take your theory knowledge to the standard required for the Yachtmaster Coastal and Yachtmaster Offshore practical course. This course is open to anyone who has already completed ...
The course involves five days classroom theory, 8.00am - 6.00pm. RYA logbook and certificate presented upon successful completion of exam. The Online RYA Yachtmaster Theory course is an advanced navigation course for those who wish to take the Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate.
Book Now. The RYA Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster™ online theory course is designed to give more experienced skippers the confidence to undertake longer and more complex passages which will involve sailing at night. The course is delivered fully online enabling you to complete it from the comfort of your own home and at your own pace.
Yachtmaster Offshore - Theory Online Course The online Yachtmaster is for those who do not have the availability to come to our course . The course will bring your theoretical knowledge to the level required to pass the Yachtmaster Coastal and Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams.
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The RYA Online Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster theory course is an advanced course that builds on the knowledge gained on the shorebased Day Skipper course. It is aimed at sailors and motor boaters who are looking to undertake more complex passages perhaps offshore or at night. This course is a must for those looking to work towards taking the RYA ...
This course is aimed at those wishing to go onto complete the Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster practical courses and exams as well as the recreational boaters wishing to widen their knowledge base. By the end of the course you should be equipped with the knowledge to navigate a sailing yacht or powered craft in unfamiliar coastal and offshore ...
RYA Yachtmaster. Online Theory Course. £325 Course info ADVANCED. RYA Ocean. Online Theory Course. £295 Course info Combined - RYA Day Skipper & Yachtmaster to fast track your theory learning. More info. 25% off Multiple Bookings - Study with family or friends and get a great discount. More info. Call us for advice on 0238 218 2604 ...
An RYA Offshore certifies an individual as competent to captain a vessel up to 24m in length and no more than 200 Gross Tonnes. The offshore certification is applicable passages during which the yacht is no more than 150 miles from harbour. The Yacht master offshore consists of two components: Yachtmaster Offshore Theory.
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The beauty of it being an online course is that you can complete it at your own pace, at a time that suits you. Our RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster™ theory course takes approximately 40 to 45 hours to complete. This can be completed within an intense fortnight, or a leisurely couple of months. We don't mind, we just want you to complete it ...
The Online Yachtmaster theory course is designed to make sure that you are adequately prepared and ready to apply these principles if you subsequently choose to take the practical exam. Course content: The course covers IRPCS, tidal heights and secondary ports, tidal streams, EP's, course to steer, detailed meteorology, advanced pilotage ...
Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory Course. Ideal for candidates for the Coastal Skipper practical course & Yachmaster Offshore exam. Some revision of the Day Skipper shorebased course plus more advanced skills in offshore & coastal navigation by day & night, pilotage & meteorology. ... This is a shorebased course that can be taken in ...