VHF SRC Course and Exam - London & Gosport
The VHF Radio Operators SRC (short range certificate) is a legal requirement for the operation of VHF radios in the UK and many other countries. It can be obtained by.
VHF SRC Course and Exam
The VHF Radio Operators SRC (short range certificate) is a legal requirement for the operation of VHF radios in the UK and many other countries. It can be obtained by:
1: Attending a recognised training course. Either the RYA on-line interactive course, or a one day classroom-based course. These courses are designed to take about 10 hours which includes some background reading from the course book.
AND
2: Completing an assessment with a registered RYA/Ofcom Assessor (see below). (minimum age for assessment is 16 yrs). The exam can take place as part of the course and exam day or 1:1 with an assessor on a date of your choosing.
Different charges apply - please see below or call to find out.
So, your options would be:
attend a scheduled course and exam day
complete the RYA interactive course online and book a 1:1 exam with one of our assessors in London
complete the RYA Interactive course online and book a 1:1 exam with one of our assessors in Gosport (this could be at the beginning or end of a practical course with us)
complete the RYA Interactive course online and then come to the exam part of one of our scheduled course and exam days.
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Course Information
Included
RYA VHF SRC Course Handbook
Postage & Packaging of the above
Classroom Course : 8 hrs with simulator radios and GMDSS Equipment
Interactive Course : download of the award winning software
Download a free sample of the software and try out the interactive course here.
Not Included:
VHF licence fee (£70) payable to the RYA in advance via RYA Webpage
Topics for this course include the following (review the full syllabus)
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)
Minimum age 16 yrs.
You will need to bring a passport photograph to the exam in order to complete your application on passing the assessment.
How do I Book?
Check out the available course dates and then contact us or book online.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact Lou or Jim for more information.
| Course Name | Dates | Cost | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VHF SRC Shorebased Classroom Course + Exam. Gosport, Premier Marina. | Sat 25th Apr (price does not include RYA exam fee) (2 places) | £125 | ||
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Katy JVHF SRC Course and Exam
Great to get 'hands-on' experience on the radios. Great instructor, great group. Had lots of fun and got my ticket
Carol PVHF SRC Course and Exam
Good comprehensive coverage of this subject. Much more confident now to go out there and use the radio.
