RYA Yachtmaster Coastal
An RYA Yachtmaster Coastal skipper has the knowledge needed to https://www.universalyachting.com/courses/rya-yachtmaster-course/ skipper a yacht on coastal cruises but does not necessarily have the experience needed to undertake longer passages.
Our 5 Day Yachtmaster Coastal Skipper prep courses are designed to cover all the areas that you are likely to be examined on. They are ideal preparation and will certainly increase your chances of passing.
The exam will include an assessment of your
Pre exam requirements
Before taking the exam candidates must be aged 17 or over
Seatime
For holders of the Coastal Skipper Practical Course Completion Certificate, the seatime requirement is reduced to:
Half the qualifying seatime must have been conducted in tidal waters
In addition candidates must hold the following…
Exam Duration – The RYA Yachtmaster Coastal exam will take about 6 to 10 hours for one candidate and 8 to 14 hours for two. Candidates will be set tasks to demonstrate their ability as a Coastal Skipper and may also be asked questions on any part of the syllabus for all practical and shorebased courses up to Coastal Skipper.
Full details on the RYA’s Website.