RYA Shorebased
RYA Short Range Certificate
RYA VHF radio course covering marine VHF, DSC and emergency procedures.
About this course
The RYA Short Range Certificate is the minimum qualification needed to operate a marine VHF radio with DSC. The course covers routine calls, emergency procedures, Mayday and Pan Pan traffic, Digital Selective Calling (DSC) and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). Delivered by experienced instructors, with online learning options plus a short practical assessment.
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