The course is conducted in the Matakana River and Kawau Bay area. Candidates will be taught boat handling skills, high speed manoeuvres and man overboard recovery. Theoretical knowledge of collision regulations, hull shapes, trim and tilt is also covered. Maritime New Zealand has recently accepted the RYA National Power Boat Certificate Level 2 training/qualifications under a number of successful Part 35 applications - providing marine organisations with a viable alternative to Local Launch Operator for their staff.
Practical Training:
Lifejackets are provided by Mahurangi Technical Institute. Students should bring waterproof clothing to wear on the water. A change of clothes should be brought. Shower facilities are available at Mahurangi Technical Institute.
Qualification:Successful students will receive: RYA National Power Boat Certificate Level 2.
2012 Start Dates:Jan: 12th - 13th; 21st - 22nd Feb: 16th - 17th; 18th - 19th Mar: 1st - 2nd; 17th - 18th Apr: 21st - 22nd; 26th - 27th May: 12th - 13th Jun: 9th - 10th; 21st - 22nd Jul: 12th - 13th; 14th - 15th Aug: 4th - 5th; 16th - 17th Sep: 8th - 9th; 27th - 28th Oct: 4th - 5th; 27th - 28th Nov: 6th - 7th; 24th - 25th Dec: 1st - 2nd; 6th - 7th |
Duration:2 days - 8.30am - 4.30pm.
Class Size:Maximum course numbers = 6. Candidate/instructor ratio will be 3:1.
Entry Requirement:Minimum age 15.
Course Fees:$500.00 including GST Students will need to supply 2 passport sized photos for certificate. Certificates are issued by the Royal Yachting Association, Southampton, United Kingdom. |
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