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RYA Certificates of Competence

Prove your ability and experience as a skipper with an RYA Certificate of Competence

RYA Certificates of Competence

Available at Advanced Powerboat and RYA Yachtmaster® Coastal, Offshore and Ocean level, RYA Certificates of Competence are well known qualifications that are highly respected around the world. 

Unlike other RYA qualifications, Certificates of Competence are not issued following a formal training course but are achieved by successfully completing an exam conducted independently from the RYA school, testing your skill, knowledge and experience. 

So whether you’re a recreational boater looking to put your skills to the test, or need a professional qualification and commercial endorsement to work on the water, find out everything you need to know below. 

 

Examination information and requirements:

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What is a RYA Yachtmaster?

The pinnacle of yachting qualifications. Find out what it takes to become an RYA Yachtmaster.

Exams

Provided you have sufficient experience, seatime and the necessary pre-requisite qualifications, you can put yourself forward for an exam to test your skills and knowledge. 

Find related courses

The RYA training schemes will take you all the way from beginner to exam level. As well as the required certification, there are a number of other RYA courses you might find useful.