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Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons offers a series of courses in boating knowledge that build from the basic courses required by law to what you’d want to know to cross the ocean. Our boating courses are available online or in-person.

Maritime Radio with DSC - VIRTUAL CLASSROOM
Details The Maritime Radio course teaches emergency radio procedures and everyday operating techniques. Learn all about the uses of marine radios, choice of frequencies, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases, as well as Digital Selective Calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, (DSC/GMDSS). All mariners, including recreational boaters, will want to take advantage of the many features and capabilities of this innovative form “automatic” radio. Secure your lifeline. Be sure that you and your family take the Maritime Radio course. This complete package will prepare you for the Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime) with DSC Endorsement exam which is included as part of this courses. To operate a maritime radio, you need the certificate. It's the law! Note: For optimal ePub readability we recommend PC and Android users download the free ePub reader application called Calibre. For Apple and Mac users we recommend using the free Books app the comes standard on Mac OS.
Start Date: Mar 15th, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Norman Pearl
(514) 900-9761
cps.st.lawrence.district@gmail.com
Address: DORVAL, QC
Class Status: 12 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This course will be held online via GoToMeeting on four consecutive Wednesdays, 7-9PM, March 15-22-29 with the exam April 5. This course will also be held simultaneously in class. Students can registe... Read morer in either and attend in person or online. We recommend attending the last class 3/29 and exam 4/05 in person.Read less
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (printed book)
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (Ebook)
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Start Date: Feb 22nd, 2023
Start Time: 7:15 PM
Contact:
Rob Anderson
(416) 725-3786
r.j.m.anderson@fbps.ca
Address: PICKERING, ON
Class Status: 19 Seats remaining
Additional Information
From the comfort of your own home, learn about Maritime VHF Radio use from an experienced instructor, via virtual classroom course held over three weekday evening sessions, on Wednesday Feb. 22nd, Mon... Read moreday Feb. 27th, and Wednesday March 1st. Exams can be conducted individually one-on-one online after the final session at a date and time that is convenient for both student and examiner, or the exam can be written in person at the conclusion (2:30 PM) of a classroom course to be held on Saturday, March 4th at Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club, Pickering. ** SIGN UP DURING THE BOAT SHOW TO SAVE $10 **Read less
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (printed book)
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (Ebook)
Online registration is now closed. Please click the "Keep me informed" box, above
Start Date: Feb 21st, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Mark Smith, Education Officer
(705) 689-4464
cpsorillia@gmail.com
Address: ORILLIA, ON
Class Status: 23 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This VHF Maritime Radio Course is government honored and offered here, online only, for 3 evenings, 7-9pm EST. Final exam is online by appointment. Support is available by experienced instructor. Cost... Read more includes ebook, course link, support, exam and government issued license upon completion, valid for life. Send questions to cpsorillia@gmail.comRead less
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (printed book)
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (Ebook)
Online registration is now closed. Please click the "Keep me informed" box, above
Start Date: Mar 21st, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Mark Smith, Education Officer
(705) 689-4464
cpsorillia@gmail.com
Address: ORILLIA, ON
Class Status: 25 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This VHF Maritime Radio Course is government honored and offered here, online only, for 3 evenings, 7-9pm EST. Final exam online by appointment. Support is available by experienced instructor. Cost in... Read morecludes ebook, course link, support, exam and government issued license upon completion, valid for life. Send questions to cpsorillia@gmail.comRead less
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (printed book)
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (Ebook)
Online registration is now closed. Please click the "Keep me informed" box, above
Start Date: Apr 18th, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Mark Smith, Education Officer
(705) 689-4464
cpsorillia@gmail.com
Address: ORILLIA, ON
Class Status: 25 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This VHF Maritime Radio Course is government honored and offered here, online only, for 3 evenings, 7-9pm EST. Final exam online by appointment. Support is available by experienced instructor. Cost in... Read morecludes ebook, course link, support, exam and government issued license upon completion, valid for life. Send questions to cpsorillia@gmail.comRead less
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (printed book)
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (Ebook)
Online registration is now closed. Please click the "Keep me informed" box, above
Start Date: May 23rd, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Mark Smith, Education Officer
(705) 689-4464
cpsorillia@gmail.com
Address: ORILLIA, ON
Class Status: 25 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This VHF Maritime Radio Course is government honored and available here, online only, for 3 evenings 7-9pm EST. Final exam online by appointment. Support is available by experienced instructor. Cost i... Read morencludes ebook, course link, support, exam and government issued license upon completion, valid for life. Send questions to cpsorillia@gmail.comRead less
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (printed book)
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (Ebook)
Online registration is now closed. Please click the "Keep me informed" box, above
Start Date: Jun 20th, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Mark Smith, Education Officer
(705) 689-4464
cpsorillia@gmail.com
Address: ORILLIA, ON
Class Status: 25 Seats remaining
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (printed book)
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (Ebook)
Online registration is now closed. Please click the "Keep me informed" box, above
Start Date: Mar 23rd, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Carl J Lee
(519) 433-1827
clee@odyssey.on.ca
Address: LONDON, ON
Class Status: 20 Seats remaining
Additional Information
1. Please register as soon as possible since it can sometimes take up to 4 weeks to receive materials. Also, registering earlier than 1 month prior to the first class gives you the Early Bird DISCOUN... Read moreT!!! 2. The PRINTED BOOK is recommended over the eBook. 3. All classes will be online using ZOOM or Webex. Once registered, instructions will be sent to you a few days before the first class on how to connect. 4. All classes start at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. 5. The course will run for 3 consecutive weeks.Read less
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (printed book)
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (Ebook)
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Start Date: Feb 14th, 2023
Start Time: 6:30 PM
Contact:
Joe Gatfield
(519) 257-0559
joegatfield@bell.net
Address: WINDSOR, ON
Class Status: 26 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This course will be offered via Zoom technology. This course will be two evenings (February 14 and 16) at 3 hours per session with the exam to be arranged following the course presentation. Ebook no... Read moret recommended for this course.Read less
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (printed book)
Maritime Radio with DSC - Virtual Classroom (Ebook)
Online registration is now closed. Please click the "Keep me informed" box, above