Marine Radio Short Range Certificate (SRC) - Online Course


This is the online version of the RYA VHF/SRC classroom course and is hosted by the RYA on their Interactive Site.

Once enrolled through Nottinghamshire Boat Training you will work your way through the RYA's Interactive course in your own time and at your own pace.

Once successfully completed, you will be able to download the completion certificate, this will then make you eligible to take the SRC assessment. We will then be able to arrange the time, date and location of your exam.

This course is based online but is also available in the classroom through our training centre.

The Exam
Whichever way you choose to do the course, the exam will take place in the classroom.

SRC exams consist of a written theory exam and assessment in the practical use of marine VHF radios.
The exam fee is payable directly to the RYA.

Requirements & Outcomes:

Assumed knowledge:
•  None

Minimum duration:
•  In your own time

Minimum age:
•  Candidates must be 16 years old on the day of the exam.

Course content:
• Routine operation of marine VHF radio.
• The correct VHF channels (frequencies) to be used for each type of communication.
• Distress, emergency and medical assistance procedures.
• Ship to shore communication.
• Practical use of Marine VHF DSC radios.
• Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)
• Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB)
• Search and Rescue Transponders (SART)

Ability after the course:
•  Able to operate marine radio and know the procedures required to use it.

Stuart Parker
Principal and Chief Instructor
Email: stuart@nottsboattraining.com
Mobile: 07976 356688