VHF Radio Course

The aim of the course is to introduce the beginner in the use of Marine Radio including GMDSS.

Necessary for all users of Fixed and/or Handheld Marine Radio including: Commercial Boatmen, Sailers, Motor Cruisers, Fisherman, Anglers, Divers, Kayakers etc.

 

  • 1 Day Course     Fixed VHF (DSC) Radio
  • Learn to use a Marine Radio
  • Routine / Distress
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Professional Instructors
  • Relaxed tuition
  • RYA Course
  • VHF Radio Licence
  • £80 per person
  • £25 exam/licence fee payable to the RYA
    (Passport photo required)

 

Topics Include:

  • Types and features of VHF and DSC controllers on the market   Advanced Handheld including GPS / DSC
  • Radio telephone voice procedures
  • Operation of class D DSC controller
  • The correct use of channel 16
  • Regulations governing the use of VHF marine radio telephone in the Global Marine Distress and Safety system (GMDSS)
  • Other equipment within GMDSS

 

 

This certificate authorises the holder to use a radio telephone on the VHF international frequencies of the Mobile Marine band including channel 70 for digital selective calling (DSC).  This assessment takes the form of a practical and written test.   

 To book your RYA VHF course call or email us today! 

 2010 Course Dates:

RYA/MCA VHF Sort Range Training and License 
(09:30 - 1630)

Sat 30th Jan
Sat 27th February
Sat 27th March
Sat 24th April
Sat 29th May
Sat 26th June
Sat 24th July
Sat 28th August
Sat 25th September
Sat 30th October
Sat 27th November