RYA On-line and non RYA on line courses

RYA On-line and non RYA on line courses

Our RYA On-line and non RYA on line courses

We have partnered with the RYA’s online learning system, RYA Interactive, to offer the below courses online. Once you buy one of the RYA Interactive courses you will be emailed your login details and access instructions to the email address that was supplied during checkout.

If your course says it has course material to be posted it will be sent to the address supplied at checkout. If you want it to go to another address please type this in the notes field on the checkout page. 

Safe and Fun

Essential Navigation

Professional Practices and Responsibilities

Marine VHF Radio

CEVNI

We also offer the RYA’s Dayskipper and Yachtmaster offshore and Yachtmaster Ocean theory courses online, for these we have partnered with Nav at Home, who have their own delivery system for delivery of these courses.
 
Please click the relevant section below to find out more or book an online course.

RYA Safe and Fun (online)

This course suits An online course aimed at Dinghy and Windsurfing Instructors and Seniors, and anyone else involved in working with children.

RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship (online)

A basic introduction to navigation and safety for anyone new to boating: sailors, powerboaters, sea anglers, divers and boatmasters.

RYA Professional Practices and Responsibilities (PPR) (online)

A compulsory online course for new and revalidating RYA Commercial Endorsement holders.

RYA Marine VHF Radio (online)

A course and exam for anyone who owns a fixed or handheld marine VHF radio. A radio is an important piece of safety equipment on board and it is vital to understand the correct procedures.

RYA CEVNI (online)

A test of the rules and regulations of the inland waterways of Europe. You will need this if you require the inland category validated on your International Certificate of Competence.

RYA Marine VHF EXAM ONLY

SRC exams consist of a written theory exam and assessment in the practical use of marine VHF radios.

RYA Dayskipper Theory (online)

A comprehensive introduction to chartwork navigation meteorology and the basics of seamanship. Invaluable for learning how to start making decisions on board.

RYA Coastal Yachtmaster Offshore Theory (online)

A comprehensive introduction to chartwork navigation meteorology and the basics of seamanship. Invaluable for learning how to start making decisions on board.

RYA Ocean Yachtmaster Theory (online)

A course in astro navigation, worldwide meteorology and passage planning, which also unravels the mysteries of the sextant.

FASTTRACK RYA Coastal Yachtmaster Offshore Theory (online)

A comprehensive introduction to chartwork navigation meteorology and the basics of seamanship. Invaluable for learning how to start making decisions on board.

Boat & Yacht Electrical Course - Level 1

Many boat owners and skippers expect their onboard electrical system to be at least as reliable as that of a modern car, and are quite happy to just call an engineer should a fault occur.

RYA Power Boat Boat & Yacht Electrical Course - Level 2

The Level 2 course delves much deeper into the more complex systems found on self sufficient vessels.

Boat & Yacht Electrical Course - Level 3

Fully comprehensive and actively up-to-date study of marine electronic systems, with lifetime access and support.

Frequently asked Questions

Most Popular Questions.

While online RYA courses provide comprehensive theoretical knowledge, certifications such as MCA Master 200 or higher often require invigilated exams for Yachtmaster Theory or Ocean Theory components. These exams ensure the highest standards of competency and are typically conducted in-person to meet regulatory requirements. However, online RYA courses can serve as valuable preparation for these exams by covering the necessary theoretical content.

The duration of an online RYA course varies depending on the specific course and the participant's pace of study. Some courses may be completed in a few hours, while others may span several days or weeks, allowing participants to learn at their own convenience.

Online RYA courses typically consist of interactive modules accessible through a dedicated online platform. Participants can study course materials, watch instructional videos, complete quizzes, and assessments remotely.

Yes, RYA offers a variety of courses that can be completed entirely online, allowing participants to learn from the comfort of their own homes.

RYA Interactive data sharing statement

To enable access to your online course we need to share some of your personal data with the RYA via your user profile in www.ryainteractive.org. This learning management website is hosted and maintained by a third party called Learning Pool, who will not use your personal information for any reason other than enabling your course.

Your name and email address will be entered on www.ryainteractive.org in order to create your user account. On your first access to the site, you will be asked to enter your address and date of birth. You will have access to the site for one year in order to complete your online course. During this period, your personal information will be held on the website by Learning Pool and be available to this training centre and the RYA for the purpose of managing your course.

Instructional support will be provided by this training centre for a period of 3 Months from the date of your course booking.

On completion of your course, your name, email, date of birth and address will be transferred to the RYA’s central database for the purpose of recording details of the course and any certification you gain as a result of it. This information allows the RYA to record your certification, to update any records they may already hold about you or your qualifications and to verify your certificate if required.

After one year from the date of your enrolment on a course, your user account will be removed from www.ryainteractive.org.

Full details of how the RYA will deal with your personal information will be displayed when you first access www.ryainteractive.org.

For the duration of your access to the site, your data will be held in accordance with the RYA Interactive Data Policy, Terms and Conditions.

If you receive a digital certificate downloaded from the RYA Interactive site on completion of your course, your name, address, date of birth and certificate details will be transferred to the RYA database and held in accordance with the RYA’s Privacy Policy.

 

Not sure which course is for you?

Get in touch with our team and we can have a chat about your options to help you get the most out of our services and facilities.