AIM: Training and assessment of Powerboat handlers to the standard required for the award of the RYA Powerboat Instructors Certificate.

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE: Candidates should have logged at least five season's experience of Powerboating preferably in a range of boat types and sizes.   For those who use Powerboats as an integral part of their normal full-time occupation, the time is reduced to one season.  Candidates must hold RYA Level 2 certificate and First Aid certifiacte of a typr approved by the RYA.  It is recommended that candidates hold a VHF Operators Licence.

DURATION: 3 days (a pre-entry assessment will take the form of an interview and practical boat handling exercise).  Candidates will need to bring evidence of all supporting documentation.