Boat Licence Training
Seas the Day: Master Boating Basics and Get Your NSW Boat Licence
Are you eager to set sail on the sparkling waters of New South Wales with finesse and flair?
Whether you’re an old salt or a fresh fish in the boating world, Get My Boat Licence is dedicated to equipping you with practical and comprehensive training in boat licensing. Our courses are thoughtfully designed to give you the skills and confidence you need to navigate the open sea, all while ensuring your experience with us is enjoyable, informative, and hassle-free.
With Get My Boat Licence, you can become a certified captain with ease and without the fuss.
Practical Training and Course Details
- NSW RMS requires practical, on-water training as a compulsory component for obtaining a boat licence, and our courses are fully compliant with this requirement.
- The duration of our training program is approximately 4 hours for the training seminar and exam, plus approximately 2 hours for the on-water training.
- Our courses include a comprehensive GENERAL BOAT safety training program and exam, which you'll need to pass to obtain a licence.
- After completing the exam, you'll receive an application for a licence (completed at the course), which you can then present, along with the licence fee and evidence of the completed Practical component, to a NSW Government Service Centre. This will qualify you for a GENERAL BOAT LICENCE without any further testing.
Practical Training Requirement Options
To complete the logbook, there are two options available
Option 1
Do 3 trips with a friend who has held their General Boat Licence for at least 3 years and complete the activities listed. The logbook is activity-based (not based on hours).
Option 2
Do 1 trip on board our training vessel. This course lasts approximately 2 hours and will fulfill your practical training requirements to get a boat licence.
Exam Details
Our exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions with the following requirements:
- The first 30 questions must have 25 correct answers.
- The last 20 questions must all be answered correctly.
- If you fail the first attempt, a second attempt may be made immediately.
- If you fail the second attempt, you may re-sit at a later date at any of our training centres at no extra charge. You can also attend any of our training seminars at no cost if you feel you need further training.
Course Costs
| Course | Price |
|---|---|
| General Boat Seminar and Test |
$165 for adults $145 for young adults (12-15 years old) |
| General Boat Seminar, Test and Practical |
$345 for adults $325 for young adults |
| General Boat Seminar, Practical plus PWC |
$405 for adults $385 for young adults |
| General Boat Seminar with PWC Upgrade with No Practical | $260 |
| PWC Upgrade Only (if you already hold a NSW Boat Licence) | $140 |
| Practical Only | $200 |
$20 discount on all courses for persons under 16 years of age