Boating Education
From the United States Sail and Power Squadrons

America's Boating Course

If you are interested in an exciting, in-depth boating safety course, check out America's Boating Course.

Many boat insurance companies will offer discounts on boating insurance to boaters who successfully complete America's Boating Course.And, this beginner boating class will give you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states.

America's Boating Course can be taken in any of three ways: on the Internet, by studying a 244-page course manual, or with a CD. No matter how you like to learn, when you sign up you'll receive a complete package that includes the course manual, the boating course CD, and a PIN number giving you access to the Internet course.

This boat safety course is fun and very thorough.

Read more about the boat course contents and how to enroll!

The USPS Seamanship Online Course (Open Enrolment)

Building on the basics of recreational boating presented in the public boating courses, Seamanship adds foundational information for continuing boater education. The course contents should facilitate knowledge development for increased safe operation of recreational boats and provide the basis for completion of USCG licensing examination. Emphasis within the course has been placed on higher level boating skills, rules of the road, and marlinspike. This course lasts approximately 8 weeks or 24 hours of class time. If you wish to become a USPS Member, call 1-888-367-8777, ext. 229. More information online at: UWF Maritime Education Web Site Starting August 3, 2009 for 8 weeks (New lessons are released At your own pace) Cost: $85.00 Instructor: United States Power Squadron