IYT Small Powerboat & RIB Master (Practical) Course

21,500 THB

Course Type:

Master

Training School:

Galileo Maritime Academy

Location:

Phuket, Thailand

Duration:

2 days

Language:

English

Essential Tender & Powerboat Qualification

This MCA-recognised certification qualifies you to drive powerboats and tenders up to 15m in length, making it a core requirement for many yacht crew roles. From guest transfers to daily crew operations, it proves you have the skills to handle high-responsibility tasks safely and professionally.

Boost Your Employability

Holding this certificate is often the minimum requirement when applying for deckhand or tender driver positions. It also enables you to apply for the ICC Power -10 endorsement, required for operating tenders in many European and international charter destinations.

What You’ll Learn

• Practical Boat Handling & Control
• Docking, turning, anchoring, recovery, and man-overboard drills
• Handling in varying wind, wave, and speed conditions
• Use of inboard and outboard engines
• Navigation & Safety Compliance
• Basic chart reading and compass use
• Rules of the road (COLREGs)
• Pre-departure safety checks and emergency planning
• Marine Communication & Global Use
• VHF radio basics for safe operations
• International certification awareness, including ICC Power -10 endorsement

Entry Requirements

Minimum Age: 16 years old

Language Requirement: Good level of spoken and written English (all training & assessments conducted in English)

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