Course type:

POWERBOAT

Suggested minimum pre-course experience:

Candidates should have logged at least five seasons' experience of powerboating, preferably in a range of boat types and sizes. For those who use powerboats as an integral part of their normal full-time occupation, this period is reduced to one season.

Assumed knowledge:

Candidates will hold the RYA's Level 2 powerboat certificate and a valid first aid certificate (either the RYA's First Aid certificate or one approved by the Health and Safety Executive, covering the treatment of hypothermia and a minimum of six hours course length). No candidate under the age of 16 will be accepted for training.

Candidates will also have a reasonable knowledge of subject matter content together with sound boat handling skills.

Course content:

A three day instructor course run by an RYA Powerboat Trainer and assessed by an independent Trainer. The course will consist of: principles of practical instruction, lesson planning, teaching styles, use of questioning, preparation and use of visual aids, assessment of students' learning, explanation and presentation of theory subjects, the structure of the scheme, planning progressive teaching sessions, preparation of boats and equipment, teaching methods to Level 2.

Ability after course:

Able to teach powerboating up to Level 2 under the supervision of the Principal or Chief instructor of a recognised centre.

Minimum duration:

3 Days