Course Description

This intensive 5‐day course is designed for individuals seeking to acquire the essential knowledge and practical skills to safely operate a recreational vessel as a skipper. Whether you are new to boating or looking to formalise your experience, this course covers the key aspects of seamanship, navigation, boat handling, safety procedures, and legal responsibilities. Through a blend of theoretical instruction and hands‐on practice, participants will learn how to plan and conduct day trips, interpret weather forecasts, manage crew and passengers, and respond to emergencies at sea. The course is delivered by experienced maritime instructors and includes both classroom‐based sessions and on‐the‐water training. Upon successful completion, participants will be able to confidently skipper a recreational boat within inshore waters.

Language of instruction: English

Next Intake: This will be announced on EVA’s social media
Type of Learners: Post-secondary learners, working adults
Assessment modes: Written, oral and practical in all course programmes
Grading system: A to F system: A – 80-100, B 70-80, C 50-69, D 41-49 and F 0-40
Pass mark 50%
Mode of Learning: Part-time face-to-face
Breakdown of learning hours: 1 credit = 25 hours of learning. Per credit: Contact hours 20%; Supervision 20%; Practice 40%, Self-study and Assessment 20%.

Delivery of modules: Individual modules will be announced at the start of the programme to fit the work-based learning and practical schedules. Our programmes are structured around a modular system of qualifications, designed to provide flexibility and responsiveness to both learners and industry partners. Given the strong work-based learning component of our programmes, it is not always possible to apply a uniform delivery model across all courses. Therefore, modules may be delivered on a weekly, monthly, or semester basis, depending on the specific requirements of the course and the availability of industry placements.

The exact delivery structure for each module or programme will be announced by the respective trainer at the start of the course, taking into account:

• the availability of work-placement opportunities,
• the learners’ and workers’ schedules, and
• the capacity of host industries to accommodate training and practical experience.

This flexible approach ensures that EVA can maintain high-quality, relevant, and industry-aligned training, while supporting both learners’ educational needs and the realities of the workplace environment.

Exit Awards: Not Applicable

Fees: cfr individual qualifications

Location: EVA, Corradino Industrial Park, Paola

Category: Further Education up to L4