The Certificate of Competence can be taken as a stand-alone examination, separate from the Coastal Skipper five day course.

It is suitable for those who have the knowledge needed to skipper a yacht on coastal cruises but without the experience needed to undertake longer passages.

Exam:The exam will take 6 to 10 hours for a single 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 pracitcal and shore based courses up to Coastal skipper

Afloat - either on board own boat and own crew, or through charter with Red Ensign.

Pre-exam requirements:

• Radio Operator's Qualification
• Valid First Aid certificate
• Sea time:
  • 800 miles logges within 10 years prior to examination
  • 30 days living on board
  • 2 days as skipper
  • 12 night hours

For holders of the Coastal skipper practical course completion certificate the seatime requirement is reduced.

Please email sally@redensigntraining.com for costs for this course.