P356 Commercial Skipper Course

The P3,5,6 Course will develop the candidate with essential knowledge and experience to
run a Larger licensed Passenger boat for the purposes of Inshore work during day and
night.

Course Length   10 days
Certification       Dept of Transport, Ireland Certificate

Modules
1. Basic Powerboat operations
2. Sea Survival
3. First Aid
4. Basic Navigation
5. Advanced Powerboat Operations
6. Short Range Marine Radio Communications

Other requirements
Medical
ISA Membership
Previous Experience - Some boating experience desirable.

Requirements – What to bring
Waterproofs (Optional) will be provided
Lifejacket (Optional) one will be provided
Water confidant – swimming ability not essential
Passport or Seafarer Discharge Book

It is recommended that you use your own Personal Protective Equipment (lifejacket
and waterproofs) as this might be the only chance to familiarise yourself with it
before needed in an emergency.

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P124 Commercial Skipper Course

The P1,2,4 Course will develop the candidate with essential knowledge and experience to run a small licensed Passenger boat for the purposes of Inshore work during daylight hours.

Course Length    4 days

Certification        Dept of Transport, Ireland Certificate

Modules
Basic Powerboat operations
Sea Survival
First Aid

Other requirements
Medical
ISA Membership
Previous Experience Some boating experience desirable.

Course Requirements – What to bring
Waterproofs (Optional) will be provided
Lifejacket (Optional) one will be provided
Water confidant – swimming ability not essential
Passport or Seafarer Discharge Book

It is recommended that you use your own Personal Protective Equipment (lifejacket and waterproofs) as this might be the only chance to familiarise yourself with it before needed in an emergency

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SRC VHF Marine Radio Dept. Transport Ireland

This 11 hour course covers all radio procedures from routine calls to urgency and distress calls, and includes the explanation and use of the new GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) requirements and equipment. You are legally required to hold the appropriate "Certificate of Competence" and "Authority to operate" license if using any form of a VHF radio (unless under the direct personal supervision of someone who holds the qualifications already).

• Course Type: Practical, theory
• Required Experience: Minimum age 16
• Course Content:
• Correct Use Of radio
• Digital Selective Calling
• GMDSS
• Correct Channels
• Emergency Situations
• Ability After Course: Legally use a VHF radio on an Irish flagged Vessel
• Duration: 11 hours plus exam time
• Cost: €295

To get the most out of doing a SRC VHF Marine Radio course like this it is best to follow it up with a practical course in Sail or Power. Also having Navigation, First Aid, Diesel engine or Sea Survival done can be beneficial as you can develop these skill in parallel with your other Seamanship Skills.

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