VHF Short-Range Radio Operator Course
Build VHF short-range radio skills for better safety on water. Master DSC, distress signals, medical and weather updates, position reports, and legal rules to talk clearly, link with coastal bases, and handle sea challenges with confidence. This course equips you for real maritime communication needs.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain key VHF and DSC skills through this hands-on course. Cover radio setup, power and channel choices, plus proper distress, urgency, and safety calls. Practice clear talk, position and ETA reports, medical and weather messages, and links with coastal stations, all while following global rules and log standards for safe sea work.
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Develop skills
- Master VHF and DSC setup: set up, check, and keep radios to SOLAS rules.
- Send clear distress calls: use MAYDAY, PAN-PAN, SECURITE in right format.
- Report position and navigation: share exact GPS, course, speed, and ETA via VHF.
- Coordinate with MRCC and SAR: handle medical, medivac, and on-scene radio.
- Apply pro radio discipline: follow laws, log use, pick channels, and use etiquette.
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