Whitby and District Fishing Industry Training School

Marine Radio GMDSS Short Range Certificate Course

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Marine Radio GMDSS Short Range Certificate Course

This radio operator qualification authorises the holder to operate a VHF radio fitted with Digital Selective Calling on board any British vessel which is voluntarily fitted with radio equipment.

Course type: VHF/GMDSS short range radio – THEORY

Suggested minimum pre-course experience: None

Assumed knowledge: None

Course content: Use of marine radio including GMDSS. Routine, distress, urgency and safety procedures.

Ability after course: Can use a Marine VHF/GMDSS radio.

Minimum duration: 1 day including an exam

Fees: Course £75.00

Exam/licence £30.00

Conversion fee: £45.00 (for those holding an old licence not including GMDSS)

Plus RYA study books at cost prevailing