Suggested pre-course experience	Some practical experience desirable but not essential
Assumed knowledge	None
Course content	Safety, boat handling, pilotage, basic navigation and seamanship
Ability after course	Can skipper a motor cruiser / sailing yacht in familiar waters by day in fair weather.
Duration	3 days
In many parts of Europe (especially Spain), this is the minimum of qualification the authorities will accept to allow you to skipper a vessel up to 24m for private use. Note: This course is only available to UK residents. Click on a course (top left) for more information.