Frequently Asked Questions
License
The cost is different for everyone depending on the level of license, and the endorsement you get. Most students spend less than $2,000 to get their license. On average, and OUPV with no endorsements is around $1,250.
Once your completed application packet is submitted to a Regional Exam Center (REC) it can take anywhere from 8 to 16 weeks for your application to be processed.
The certificate of completion for any course is good for one year. This includes the OUPV, Master Upgrade, and all endorsements.
Unfortunately, there is nothing we can do to get an extension. If your certificate of completion has expired, you will need to retake the class. The good news is you’ll be an expert now!
While you may have a great idea of what you want to do with your license today, no one really knows what the future holds. Upgrading to the Master’s License allows you to operate an inspected vessel up to 100GT. This could be a larger charter boat, or maybe a 16-passenger tour boat. How about a Duck (DUKW) boat or a head boat?
This depends on if you plan to use your license. The short answer is yes, if you want to use your license you must be enrolled in a Consortium. If you are running your own charter, you would be responsible for join a consortium and enrolling your mates. If you are working for another company, they may enroll you in their consortium.
In-Person Classes
Yes! At the end of the course, you can get your ASA 105 Coastal Navigation Certification.
This course is for YOU if you're:
- brand new to boating and want to lay a strong foundation of being safe on the water but have have no idea how to get started.
- a little experienced but haven't been in enough real world situations that require coastal navigation skills.
- looking to go pro and get certified with the American Sailing Association or need help passing the Coast Guard Captain's Classes so you can pass the difficult USCG charting exam.
The minute you register for the course, you will be able to digitally access the entire course from any device.
You get lifetime access so you can go through the content at your own pace.
Yes, we offer a 30-day 100% money-back guarantee, no questions asked.
Yes and yes! Once you are a customer, you will receive ALL the updates, 2.0 versions, and bonus materials as they are added to newer versions of the course. This means you have lifetime access to the most up-to-date version of the course…always!
There's a private Facebook group for you to ask questions, get support, and more!
Online Classes
The cost is different for everyone depending on the level of license, and the endorsement you get. Most students spend less than $2,000 to get their license. On average, and OUPV with no endorsements is around $1,250.
Once your completed application packet is submitted to a Regional Exam Center (REC) it can take anywhere from 8 to 16 weeks for your application to be processed.
The certificate of completion for any course is good for one year. This includes the OUPV, Master Upgrade, and all endorsements.
Unfortunately, there is nothing we can do to get an extension. If your certificate of completion has expired, you will need to retake the class. The good news is you’ll be an expert now!
While you may have a great idea of what you want to do with your license today, no one really knows what the future holds. Upgrading to the Master’s License allows you to operate an inspected vessel up to 100GT. This could be a larger charter boat, or maybe a 16-passenger tour boat. How about a Duck (DUKW) boat or a head boat?
This depends on if you plan to use your license. The short answer is yes, if you want to use your license you must be enrolled in a Consortium. If you are running your own charter, you would be responsible for join a consortium and enrolling your mates. If you are working for another company, they may enroll you in their consortium.
FIRST AID, CPR, & AED
We tried to make it as convenient as possible to get everything you need for you license. With this in mind, we offer the online First Aid/ CPR course with in-person practical. This way you can complete the online portion at your own pace, and on testing day we can complete your skills check off.
After you get your license, if you want to use it, it is a good idea to keep your First Aid and CPR current. According to the USCG at least one member of the crew is required to have a current First Aid/ CPR certificate. If you’re the captain that would mean you!