Kursbeskrivning
The VHF radio is the best safety communication tool at sea To use a VHF radio you need a license. The license is called SRC= Short Range Certificate When you sign up to our SRC course we will send a VHF study book to your adress. In order to be sufficiantly prepared for your test at the end of the course, you need to study at home before your course. Sjösportskolan Maritime Academy´s course containes theoretical and practical use of the VHF radio. Among other things, you will learn about emergency procedure, use of call sign and maritime alphabet, Digital Selective Calling, GMDSS, VHF speaking protocole and much more.
Starting from February 1, 2025, all exams for recreational courses will be conducted digitally. Please note that the new exams will only be offered in Swedish.
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No formal prerequisits. You may enter the course from the age of 15 years.
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Day 1: 9.00 - 16.00 – theory, 16.00 - ca 18.00 exam
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The book ''Reeds VHF"
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Starting from February 1, 2025, all exams for recreational courses will be conducted digitally. Please note that the new exams will only be offered in Swedish.
Before the Course:
You must purchase the exam on the NFB website no later than two days before the course starts. The exam costs 325 SEK and is valid for 12 months.On the Exam Day:
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Bring a laptop or tablet to take the exam.
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The exam fee of 325 SEK is payable via Swish to the exam supervisor at the exam session or in connection with booking the course.
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Don't forget to bring valid identification!
The exam is graded digitally immediately after completion. If you pass, your Short Range Certificate will be registered with the Swedish Council for Education and Training of Yachtsmen (NFB).
Order your digital exam on the NFB website: Digital Exams – NFB
Kindly note that a Swedish personal number is required for the registration into NFBs digital register. If you do not have a Swedish perosnal number - kindly contact us.
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