VHF Short-Range Radio Operator Course
Gain expertise in VHF short-range radio for secure maritime communication. This course covers DSC operations, distress signalling, medical and weather reporting, accurate position updates, and regulatory compliance, empowering you to liaise effectively with coastal authorities and handle emergencies with assurance on the water.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Acquire vital VHF and DSC competencies through this targeted, hands-on training. Cover radio configuration, power and channel choices, plus proper protocols for distress, urgency, and safety calls. Hone precise phrasing, location and ETA transmissions, medical and weather exchanges, and interactions with coastal radio services, all while adhering to global standards and record-keeping for reliable, lawful seafaring.
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Develop skills
- Master VHF and DSC setup: configure, test and maintain radios to SOLAS standards.
- Execute clear distress calls: send MAYDAY, PAN-PAN, SECURITE with correct format.
- Report position and navigation: transmit precise GPS, course, speed and ETA by VHF.
- Coordinate with MRCC and SAR: manage medical, medivac and on-scene radio traffic.
- Apply professional radio discipline: legal use, logging, channel choice and etiquette.
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