Planned Course
Marine Communications – VHF/SRC (Short Range Certificate)
Develop the knowledge and practical skills required to communicate safely and effectively at sea.
Overview
Course Overview
This course introduces marine VHF radio procedures, Digital Selective Calling (DSC), emergency communications, and essential maritime communication equipment. It follows the IYT Worldwide Marine Communications VHF-SRC curriculum. Marine Certification School's IYT Partner School authorization is pending, so this is a planned course and certification is not yet available through the school.
Who is this course suitable for?
Recreational boaters, yacht crew, and aspiring skippers.
What you'll cover
Introduction to Marine Communications
The role of radio communication in safe boating.
Radio Licensing and Regulations
Operator and station licensing and the rules for radio use.
Maritime VHF Frequencies
Marine VHF channels and their purposes, including Channel 16.
GMDSS Equipment
An introduction to Global Maritime Distress and Safety System equipment.
VHF DSC Radio Operation
Operating a VHF radio with Digital Selective Calling.
Standard Radio Communication Procedures
Routine calls, standard phrasing and the phonetic alphabet.
Distress Calls and Mayday Procedures
Making and responding to distress calls.
Urgency and Safety Messages
Pan-Pan and Sécurité messages.
International Distress Signals
Recognising and using recognised distress signals.
Practical Radio Communication Exercises
Hands-on radio practice.
Marine Certification School's IYT Partner application is pending. Programme recognition does not establish school approval. Confirm authorization, assessment and certificate arrangements before enrolment.
Certification Details
Training and assessment
Instructor-led, in-person theory, practical radio training and a practical assessment.
Certification
Final certification is subject to successful completion of all IYT requirements. Certificate validity: 5 years.
School certification arrangements
Marine Certification School's IYT Partner School authorization is pending. Certification is not currently available through the school until authorization is confirmed. Please enquire before enrolling.
Flexible Training Schedule
Train on Your Schedule
We offer flexible training dates to suit your availability. Whether you prefer weekdays or weekends, our team can help arrange your training at a convenient time.
Simply contact us with your preferred dates, and we will confirm instructor and vessel availability.
All training is conducted in person, not online. Dates are only confirmed once approved by the school.
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