RYA VHF (SRC) Online Interactive Radio Course
£90.00
RYA Marine Radio Short Range Certificate Course can be completed wherever it suits you; at work, at home or while you are travelling. When you register with Howellsail for the online course, you will receive a login and a password to the RYA Interactive site.
N.B. Upon completion of the online course you complete a short practical assessment which is easily arranged at a time and date to suit you.
DURATION: The course takes between 4 – 8 hours to complete online.
The online format means you can learn anytime, anywhere – so long as you have access to the internet. If you like the idea of taking the course in this way, please take a look at the SRC PREVIEW »
INCLUDES: Personal login and access to the RYA Interactive site + RYA VHF Handbook (G31) incl. P&P. Either hard copy or Ebook (overseas Ebook ONLY). Unlimited email and telephone support from our experienced instructors.
(Before the final practical exam you will need to pay the RYA a separate fee of £76 for the licence).
Payment can be made by Apple Pay, Google Pay, Credit/Debit Card or PayPal (NO ACCOUNT OR SIGN UP REQ’D).
If you wish to pay via Bacs Transfer this can be completed at checkout.
Course Pack Includes
Personal Login and access to the RYA Interactive site
RYA VHF Handbook (G31) incl. P&P printed copy or eBook. (overseas eBook ONLY).
Phone & email assistance from our experienced instructors
PLEASE NOTE: Your Country details & Telephone number are required at checkout.
Course Aims
- The SRC radio operator qualification authorises the holder to operate a short range marine VHF radio with Digital Selective Calling (DSC) on a vessel and is a legal requirement for marine VHF users throughout the world
- Knowledge of what category of call to make. should you ever require assistance
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT FOR YOUR LICENCE
Upon completion of the online course, you will need to take an assessment before you can be issued with a licence. This must be completed in person and must be carried out at an authorised RYA Training Centre. There is a £76 fee payable direct to the RYA for the assessment and processing of your licence.
The assessment takes approximately 1 hour. You will need to bring along a passport sized photograph of yourself, the RYA licence application form and your course completion certificate. A range of flexible venues are available for assessments, please contact us for advice.
RYA Marine Radio Short Range Certificate Course Topics Include:
The basics of radio operation
The correct frequencies (channels) to be used
Distress, emergency and medical assistance procedures
Making ship to shore telephone calls
Digital Selective Calling (DSC) using simulators
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB)
Search and Rescue (SART)
Pre-Course and Assessment Requirements
Have access to a PC, Mac or iPad
Should you have any difficulties we provide a full back up service whereby you can contact us by email or phone. Your questions will be dealt with promptly by a fully qualified RYA Instructor.
In order to acquire an SRC VHF Certificate of Competence, you must meet the following requirements: Candidate must hold one of the following before attending an assessment.:
- RYA SRC Certificate of Classroom Course Completion OR
- RYA SRC Certificate On-line Course Completion
- Be a minimum age of 16 years of age
We also have reciprocal arrangements with some sailing schools around the UK, Gibraltar and the Canary Islands where having successfully completed the course online, you can arrange to carry out your VHF Assessment if you wish.
Compatibility Requirements
This online training is designed to work across the devices and operating systems shown below. It is optimised for the latest technology, fully responsive and suitable for high definition screens.
You will need:
- Internet connection
- JavaScript enabled in your web browser
- Microphone and speakers/headphones
- Pop ups enabled.
Minimum requirements:
- Mac running 10.3 minimum with the latest version of Safari, Google Chrome or Firefox
- PC running Windows 10 minimum with the latest version of Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome or Firefox
- iPad running IOS 11 using Safari
- Android tablet running 4.1 minimum using Google Chrome
