Sailing Licenses

bout the SLC, ICC and IPC Sailing Licenses

What is a National Government License in the USA
The SLC states "To gain an SLC, the candidate must hold a national government boating license (NASBLA State Boater License for USA or PCOC for Canada),...
Fri, 14 May, 2021 at 1:54 PM
Foreign boating and sailing license for the USA
USA follows the rule of reciprocity. If you can legally boat in your own country, then you can boat in the USA.  In the USA, NASBLA is the agency that o...
Tue, 12 Mar, 2019 at 8:21 AM
What do I need to Charter in the Mediterranean
In the Mediterranean (and the Seychelles), the governments there require you to have a Sailing License. The License must be a license, not a certification. ...
Sat, 24 Jul, 2021 at 4:16 PM
How do I gain a VHF license which is required by Mediterranean countries?
The NauticEd Bareboat Charter Clinic course deals with VHF licenses for chartering in the Mediterranean. Module 4 discusses the use of the VHF covering such...
Tue, 27 Sep, 2022 at 4:57 PM
Can I get my Captain's license with NauticEd
In the USA, a Captain's license is a license issued by the USCG (United States Coast Guard) for commercial operations. Meaning if you are going to recei...
Sat, 9 May, 2020 at 9:57 AM
My SLC boat length rating
If you already have an SLC, we offer a huge Congrats and well done. It is a big accomplishment. Now you are asking "what size boat is the SLC valid...
Tue, 12 Sep, 2023 at 9:34 PM
Is there a written theory test for the SLC on-the-water assessment?
Yes. There are two specific theory tests for the SLC: (1) An On-The-Water theory WRITTEN assessment that is conducted on the salon table on the boat. The te...
Tue, 19 Mar, 2024 at 10:31 AM
I have little sailing experience but would like a sailing license
Just like an airplane license, you need to have experience before you get your license. A sailing license is required for the Mediterranean. In the Caribbea...
Thu, 10 Mar, 2022 at 8:49 AM
How do I apply for the ICC
The ICC is only issued by the RYA out of the UK. In order to gain an ICC you must either: (a) Pass the RYA Day Skipper theory and practical and gain the...
Sun, 7 Aug, 2022 at 2:20 PM
How Do I Renew/Update My SLC Sailing License
The SLC is valid for 3 years and is easily renewable. To renew, just sign in to your account and go to the international sailing license area on the home si...
Fri, 12 May, 2023 at 12:04 PM