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Maritime Radio with DSC - Classroom
Details Students will meet in a classroom either 1 evening per week or for an all-day course on the weekend. Printed or Ebook course material will be distributed to the students. Students will write the examination at the end of the course. If the student passes they will receive a temporary certificate.
Start Date: Apr 29th, 2023
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Contact:
DARRYL STOREY
(807) 768-4706
darryl.storey@tbaytel.net
Address:
THUNDER BAY YACHT CLUB
1851 108TH AVE
THUNDER BAY, ON
Class Status: 5 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This Course is for Members of the THUNDER BAY YACHT CLUB Venue: Club House 0830 to 1630 NOTE: Transport Canada - Marine Safety Rules: To be tested the same day of the Course you must have had the Co... Read moreurse Manual prior to the Morning of the Course. For your Course Manual please contact Paul Morralee at admin@tbyc.on.ca for the pick up location.. The pick up location for your Couse Manual is from Dulux Paint at 784 Memorial Ave, beside the McDonalds (as there are two Dulux paints on Memorial)Read less
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Start Date: May 2nd, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Darryl Storey
(807) 768-4706
darryl.storey@tbaytel.net
Address:
High School Superior CVI
333 North High Street
THUNDER BAY, ON
Class Status: 12 Seats remaining
Additional Information
02 May TUESDAY 1900-2130 2hr Session 04 May THURSDAY 1900-2130 2hr Session 09 May TUESDAY 1900-2130 2hr Session 11 May THURSDAY 1900-2130 - EXAM Students will meet in a classroom at SUPERIOR CVI 333... Read more North High St. Printed or Ebook course material will be distributed to the students. Students will write the examination at the end of the course (02; 04, 09 MAY) If the student passes they will receive a temporary certificate.Read less
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Start Date: Apr 30th, 2023
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Contact:
DARRYL STOREY
(807) 768-4706
darryl.storey@tbaytel.net
Address:
THUNDER BAY YACHT CLUB
1851 108th Ave
THUNDER BAY, ON
Class Status: 13 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This Course is for Members of the THUNDER BAY YACHT CLUB Venue: Club House 0830 to 1630 NOTE: Transport Canada - Marine Safety Rules: To be tested the same day of the Course you must have had the Co... Read moreurse Manual prior to the Morning of the Course. For your Course Manual please contact Paul Morralee at admin@tbyc.on.ca for the pick up location.. The pick up location for your Couse Manual is from Dulux Paint at 784 Memorial Ave, beside the McDonalds (as there are two Dulux paints on Memorial)Read less
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Start Date: Apr 27th, 2023
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Contact:
DARRYL STOREY
(807) 768-4706
darryl.storey@tbaytel.net
Address:
THUNDER BAY YACHT CLUB
1851 108TH AVE
THUNDER BAY, ON
Class Status: 6 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This Course is for Members of the THUNDER BAY YACHT CLUB Venue: Club House 0830 to 1630 NOTE: Transport Canada - Marine Safety Rules: To be tested the same day of the Course you must have had the Co... Read moreurse Manual prior to the Morning of the Course. For your Course Manual please contact Paul Morralee at admin@tbyc.on.ca for the pick up location.. The pick up location for your Couse Manual is from Dulux Paint at 784 Memorial Ave, beside the McDonalds (as there are two Dulux paints on Memorial)Read less
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Start Date: Apr 24th, 2023
Start Time: 6:45 PM
Contact:
Jurek (Jerzy) Romaniec
(613) 650-1615
jurekromaniec.cps@gmail.com
Address:
Kingston Yacht Club
1 Maitland Street
KINGSTON, ON
Class Status: 16 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This in-class Maritime Radio course to obtain a certificate to operate a marine VHF radio the will be conducted at the Kingston Yacht Club (https://goo.gl/maps/bA5ay8ytWYQ3eniE6) on three evenings. ... Read more CLASSES will be conducted 6:45-9pm Monday 24 Apr and Wednesday 26 April; EXAM 6:45-8pm-ish Monday May 01, 2023.Read less
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Start Date: Apr 5th, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Scott Savage
(647) 990-4936
seo-oakville@cps-ecp.org
Address:
White Oaks Secondary School
1330 Montclair Dr
OAKVILLE, ON
Class Status: 0 Seats remaining
Additional Information
Sorry we are now sold out! Maritime radio is a great way to connect to information and assistance from your location on the water. Anyone on board using the VHF radio must have a Restricted Operator's... Read more Certificate (Maritime) (ROC(M)), so this course could be a family affair! In addition to emergency radio procedures you'll discover the advantages of everyday operating techniques; the many uses of maritime radios, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases as well as Digital Selective calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (DSC/GMDSS). This course will take place on Wednesday April 05, 2023 from 7pm until 10pm, Wednesday April 12, 2023 from 7pm until 10pm. The final exam is on Wednesday April 19 Starting at 7pm until finished. Our new VHF Radio simulator will be available for training for all students. http://boatingcoursesoakvillecps.boatsRead less
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Maritime Radio DSC with Printed Book
Maritime Radio DSC with ePub
Maritime Radio DSC - No Book option for a 2nd Family Member
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Start Date: May 17th, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Alex Kerr
(250) 208-1584
askerr@shaw.ca
Address:
Royal Victoria Yacht Club
3475 Ripon Road
VICTORIA, BC
Class Status: 23 Seats remaining
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Start Date: Apr 4th, 2023
Start Time: 6:30 PM
Contact:
Ray Kirkham
905-523-9721
BurlingtonPowerSquadron@gmail.com
Address:
Burlington Seniors' Centre
2285 New Street (Access off of Teen Tour Way)
BURLINGTON, ON
Class Status: 5 Seats remaining
Additional Information
Classes run from 6:30 - 9:00 for 2 consecutive Tuesday evenings . The exam is administered on the second evening. We recommend pre-reading the material in advance. The ePub version will be emailed aut... Read moreomatically on registration, The hardcopy text needs to be picked up from an instructor. Instructions on accessing an online study guide will be provided on registration. Students who have registered for the Burlington Self-Study Course may make separate arrangements to attend this course by paying the difference of what has been paid and the package selected. Registration for this option is manual and payment will be directly to the squadron by Interac eTransfer.Read less
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Start Date: May 27th, 2023
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Contact:
Lorena Brady
(778) 686-1117
brenlor@telus.neet
Address:
Pitt Meadows Church Hall
12109 Harris Rd
PITT MEADOWS, BC
Class Status: 14 Seats remaining
Additional Information
Learn to use your VHF radio properly to keep you safe on the water this summer. Radio Operators Certificate is mandatory if you have a VHF radio on board and it is good for life Please note this clas... Read mores will be cancelled if the minimum students is not reached. Register and pay online at cps-ecp.ca or call Lorena Brady for more information - call 778-686-1117 or email at brenlor@telus.netRead less
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Start Date: Apr 15th, 2023
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Contact:
Glen Blake
(604) 525-1751
balena@telus.net
Address:
Century House
620 8th Street
NEW WESTMINSTER, BC
Class Status: 15 Seats remaining
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Start Date: Apr 15th, 2023
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Contact:
Glen Blake
(604) 525-1751
balaena@telus.net
Address:
Century House
620 8th St.
NEW WESTMINSTER, BC
Class Status: 13 Seats remaining
Additional Information
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Start Date: Apr 15th, 2023
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Contact:
Peter Bennett
(604) 817-4165
training.radio@vpsboat.org
Address:
St. James community Square
3214 West 10th Ave
VANCOUVER, BC
Class Status: 8 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This is a one-day class 9AM - 4 PM. We recommend that you order the printed book, as some students have reported problems accessing the ePub book. We reserve the right to cancel the class if suffici... Read moreent numbers are not achieved or if subsequent health orders curtail classroom access.Read less
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Start Date: Apr 15th, 2023
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Contact:
Glen Blake
(604) 525-1751
balaena@telus.net
Address:
Century House
620 8th Street
NEW WESTMINSTER, BC
Class Status: 15 Seats remaining
Additional Information
Book Early, Limited Class Size
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Start Date: Apr 24th, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Lynn Meisl
(604) 219-4525
lmeisl@telus.net
Address:
Synergy Engineering Ltd
135 Glacier Street
COQUITLAM, BC
Class Status: 11 Seats remaining
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Start Date: Apr 12th, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
George Mason
(902) 566-1430
gwmason.pei@gmail.com
Address:
TBA
TBA
CHARLOTTETOWN, PE
Class Status: 18 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This course is scheduled over two evenings April 12 and April 19. Sessions are 3 hours each. Location will be advised.
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Start Date: Apr 15th, 2023
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Contact:
Nigel Stafford
(506) 869-1423
nigelincr@gmail.com
Address:
New Brunswick Community College
1234 Mountain Road
MONCTON, NB
Class Status: 15 Seats remaining
Additional Information
The Maritime Radio course with DSC Endorsement is offered over two Saturdays, April 15, and April 29. Each session is from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
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Start Date: Apr 1st, 2023
Start Time: 9:30 AM
Contact:
Miranda Hunnisett
(705) 309-6441
training.cpsmidland@gmail.com
Address:
Wye Heritage Marine Resort
3282 Ogdens Beach Rd
MIDLAND, ON
Class Status: 0 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This one-day course includes the exam for Restricted Operator's Certificate - Maritime.
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio DSC with Printed Book
Maritime Radio DSC with ePub
Maritime Radio DSC - No Book option for a 2nd Family Member
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Start Date: Apr 13th, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Daniel Blackwell
(705) 445-3654
dan.blackwell@outlook.com
Address:
Collingwood Yacht Club
Collingwood harbour
COLLINGWOOD, ON
Class Status: 12 Seats remaining
Additional Information
course runs 13,18 final test 20 April. information call Dan Blackwell 705-445-3654 or dan.blackwell@outlook.com. Instructor Dwight Dyson. Location Collingwood Yacht Club. This is a 3 night course.
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio DSC - No Book option for a 2nd Family Member
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Start Date: Apr 1st, 2023
Start Time: 9:30 AM
Contact:
Charles Hawkswell
(250) 334-0225
capelazoeducation@gmail.com
Address:
Florence Filberg Center
411 Anderton Avenue
COURTENAY, BC
Class Status: 7 Seats remaining
Additional Information
A classroom review of the materials in the CPS Radio text. Please read the test & learn the radio alphabet before class. Certification testing will be at the end of the day.
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Start Date: Apr 3rd, 2023
Start Time: 7:01 PM
Contact:
Nancy Dower
(250) 710-2726
ndowerjk@gmail.com
Address:
Maple Bay Rowing Club
6735 Beaumont
DUNCAN, BC
Class Status: 25 Seats remaining
Additional Information
Do not register on-line. Please contact Nancy Dower at 250-710-2726 or ndowerjk@gmail.com if you want to attend. The cost of the course and Radio Operator Certificate-Maritime is $135.
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Start Date: Jun 10th, 2023
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Contact:
Alexa Stochmal
(250) 390-3805
koraldanser@shaw.ca
Address:
Safer Ocean Systems
212 Prideaux St
NANAIMO, BC
Class Status: 12 Seats remaining
Additional Information
PLEASE contact ALEXA at koraldanser@shaw.ca or 250-390-3805 BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THE E-BOOK OPTION. Note: 2nd Family Member does not receive any materials.
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Start Date: May 27th, 2023
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Contact:
Alexa Stochmal
(250) 390-3805
koraldanser@shaw.ca
Address:
Safer Ocean Systems
214 Prideaux St
NANAIMO, BC
Class Status: 14 Seats remaining
Additional Information
PLEASE contact ALEXA at koraldanser@shaw.ca or 250-390-3805 BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THE E-BOOK OPTION. Note: 2nd Family Member does not receive any materials.
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Start Date: Apr 19th, 2023
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Contact:
Agathe Gaulin
(250) 247-9714
seo-gabriolaisland@cps-ecp.org
Address:
Gabriola Recreation Society
680 North Road
GABRIOLA, BC
Class Status: 8 Seats remaining
Pricing and Packages:
Maritime Radio DSC with Printed Book
Maritime Radio DSC with ePub
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Start Date: Apr 1st, 2023
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Contact:
Carl J Lee
(519) 433-8340
clee@odyssey.on.ca
Address:
Hully Gully
1705 Wharncliffe Rd. S.
LONDON, ON
Class Status: 3 Seats remaining
Additional Information
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ: This is a one day tutorial / seminar to help students prepare for the Maritime Radio Exam. Students should have read over all the material in the book or eBook prior to atten... Read moreding. This one day tutorial / seminar will review and clarify all the material that could be covered on the exam. Students will be given instructions on how and where to pick up their printed book if they did not elect to receive the eBook. Printed books must be picked up in London. During the "self study", special attention should be given to: being able to spell words using the Phonetic Alphabet and also being able to make the following calls: Routine, May Day, Pan Pan and Securite. Students will be required to perform these two components during the oral part of the exam.Read less
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Start Date: Apr 25th, 2023
Start Time: 6:30 PM
Contact:
Joe Gatfield
(519) 257-0559
joegatfield@bell.net
Address:
Your home office
Your place
WINDSOR, ON
Class Status: 13 Seats remaining
Additional Information
This course will be offered via Zoom technology. This course will be two evenings (April 25 and 27) at 3 hours per session with the exam to be arranged following the course presentation. Epub not re... Read morecommended for this course.Read less
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