Our RYA VHF radio course introduces you to the VHF and GMDSS radio sets and follows the short range certification required to achieve the qualification of Restricted (VHF) Radio Operator. This is a legal requirement for using or overseeing a VHF radio on board a ship.
The RYA VHF radio course ensures a quality standard agreed with MCA and is internationally recognised. The procedures are also internationally recognised for use on the Short Range Radio airwaves. This course is an essential requirement before completing any RYA practical exams and to gain commercial endorsement.
The course will be run at our specialist training site and training room and will use specially adapted radio sets to ensure you receive the most realistic training and experience. All of our courses are run by highly skilled instructors to allow you to learn from their experience and knowledge.
This course has all the essential health and safety benefits for safe boating to make it a must do course.
People that have booked on to this course have also booked on to:
RYA Powerboat Level 1
RYA Powerboat Level 2
Course content
- Using the radio set
- The phonetic alphabet
- Ofcom and radio licensing law
- Standard calling procedures
- Specified channels
- Coastguard use – mayday, pan-pan and routine traffic
- DSC use – MOB button & acknowledging information
Prerequisites: None
Duration: Online at your own leisure
Cost: £75.00 per person.
Practical assessment: Once you have completed the online theory course you are required to undertake a practical assessment at an approved training centre. This assessment consists of written/multiple choice exam paper and you will undertake a number of practical scenarios using our training radios. The practical assessment is £60 which is payable to the RYA.
Location: South West Maritime Academy, Cromhall Quarry, Cromhall, South Gloucestershire, GL12 8AA
