RYA Yachtmaster Coastal
Issued by Royal Yachting Association · GB
Demonstrate the competence and experience needed to skipper coastal passages.
A little more about it
Demonstrate the competence and experience needed to skipper coastal passages. The RYA awards Certificates of Competence following an independent examination rather than simply completing a training course. Candidates need the qualifying experience, sea time and prerequisite certificates for their chosen examination. A separate commercial endorsement may be needed when working professionally.
What this credential means
An examined maritime competence qualification. Commercial work and international use can require endorsements and destination-specific compliance.
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What you receive
RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Certificate of Competence
- RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Certificate of Competence
Format: not confirmed. The stated credential is included.
What it takes
- Meet the specific RYA experience, sea-time and prerequisite-certificate requirements for this examination
Exam: required. Practical assessment: not confirmed.
Where you can get it
Eligibility, local availability and any additional prerequisites must be confirmed with the issuing organization. International access has not been established.
Worldwide eligibility has not been confirmed. Source-confirmed languages: English.
Validity & renewal
The validity period has not been confirmed. Check the provider for current terms.
Renewal requirements have not been confirmed.
Sources & verification
- Official offering at rya.org.uk Primary issuer or provider source
- Supporting source at rya.org.uk
- Supporting source at rya.org.uk
Retrieved the RYA Certificates of Competence overview identifying this current exam and the 2026 exam-fee table. Exact course preparation duration and full acquisition cost are not asserted.
Reviewed 25 October 2026. Prices, availability and requirements can change. The provider’s current terms take precedence.
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