Marine Education & Courses

Coastguard Whakatane through Coastguard NZ provides a range of courses to help you feel safe on the water. Learn from our highly skilled and knowledgeable tutors.

 

Know Before You Go - The Boating Safety Code

Safe Boating

Knowing the five simple rules in the Boating Safety Code can help you stay safe on the water, no matter what kind of boat you use.

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Day Skipper

This is an introductory course for all members of the family or crew.  It applies to a wide range of vessels including yachts, launches, powerboats, PWCs, sea kayaks and waka. 

The course is 15 hours in length and leads to the qualification NZ Day Skipper Certificate.  Unit Standard 26542 is also available for those who successfully pass the course.

The course consists of five modules which are -

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Boatmasters

A comprehensive course for boaties with some existing knowledge and experience. Applies to a range of vessels including yachts, launches and power boats.

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Introduction to Boating

This short forum will cover a range of essential safety equipment for boaties, chart work, and the importance of understanding tides, currents and weather.

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