MCA/ RYA Advanced Powerboat Certificate of Competence (Exam)
Cost
£130 (Hosting Fee)
£221 Exam Fee (Payable directly to the RYA)
Duration
1 day
(With 1 Night Exercise)

Course Information
The MCA/RYA Advanced Powerboat Certificate of Competence examination is a practical and theoretical test of your skippering ability both by day and night. The exam will thoroughly test your practical boat handling skills, as well as your theory knowledge up to the level of Coastal Skipper Yachtmaster Offshore. It is highly recommended that you hold this certificate (although not essential) prior to your exam, as it is unlikely that your theory knowledge will be at the required level to pass the examination without it.
Pre-Requisites
Certification
- A GMDSS-compliant Marine Radio Operator’s Certificate such as the RYA Short Range Certificate or higher
- An RYA First Aid certificate or another valid first aid certificate, as detailed on the RYA website
- Advanced Powerboat course completion certificate ONLY IF claiming reduced sea time
Seatime
Documented minimum sea time completed on a seagoing powerboat in the last 10 years:
- 30 days at sea which may be reduced to 20 days at sea if an RYA Advanced Powerboat course completion certificate is held;
- 2 days as skipper;
- 800 miles, which may be reduced to 400 miles if an RYA Advanced Powerboat course completion certificate is held;
- 12-night hours
Course Calendar
The calendar shows RYA Advanced Powerboat Exams and RYA Advanced Powerboat Courses.