VHF Equipment
Master basic equipment controls, squelch adjustments, dual watch features, power settings, and the specific marine channels used across different networks.
RYA Marine Radio Short Range Certificate (SRC) Course
Clear, reliable communication is the ultimate safety net out on the water. Whether you are calling a local marina for a berth, communicating between vessels, or making a distress call, this RYA Interactive online course teaches you how to operate a marine VHF radio with total confidence.
Course price
GBP £119
Choose the RYA Marine Radio SRC Interactive Course with Ardent Training
What you'll get
Access this RYA Interactive course and gain the benefits all Ardent Training students enjoy.
Real Instructor Support When You Need It
Get fast, expert help via live chat, WhatsApp, phone, or email. So you never have an unanswered question, or feel like you're studying alone.
6 Months RYA Access
Your enrolment includes 6 months access to the official RYA Interactive learning platform. You can log into the course player as often as you like to complete the course and exam.
Live Sessions and Masterclasses
Join our weekly live sessions and masterclasses with your instructors and respected industry leaders to deepen your learning outside your SRC course syllabus.
Ardent Community
Benefit from our engaged community and learn from other students' questions within the forum to find crewing opportunities and industry discounts. Ask for advice on vessel maintenance, cruising destinations, or create your own learning groups.
Digital Course Access
Gain instant online access to the official RYA Interactive learning platform. This marine radio course is completed online — start training immediately with just a device and stable internet connection.
RYA Marine Radio SRC Course
Required by law to operate a marine VHF radio, this MCA approved course ensures you can use this crucial piece of safety equipment in both routine and emergency situations, preparing you to pass the mandatory in-person exam.
Real Instructor Support When You Need It
Get fast, expert help via live chat, WhatsApp, phone, or email. So you never have an unanswered question, or feel like you're studying alone.
6 Months RYA Access
Your enrolment includes 6 months access to the official RYA Interactive learning platform. You can log into the course player as often as you like to complete the course and exam.
Live Sessions and Masterclasses
Join our weekly live sessions and masterclasses with your instructors and respected industry leaders to deepen your learning outside your SRC course syllabus.
Ardent Community
Benefit from our engaged community and learn from other students' questions within the forum to find crewing opportunities and industry discounts. Ask for advice on vessel maintenance, cruising destinations, or create your own learning groups.
Digital Course Access
Gain instant online access to the official RYA Interactive learning platform. This marine radio course is completed online — start training immediately with just a device and stable internet connection.
RYA Marine Radio SRC Course
Required by law to operate a marine VHF radio, this MCA approved course ensures you can use this crucial piece of safety equipment in both routine and emergency situations, preparing you to pass the mandatory in-person exam.
RYA Marine Radio SRC Course
What you'll learn
Calling Scripts & Etiquette
Learn correct voice protocols, phonetic alphabet terms, and standard maritime expressions required to communicate clearly with ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore contacts.
Ardent Training are fantastic to work with. Their instructors are extremely passionate about teaching and their product is the best on the market by a long way. This means that the students arrive well prepared for their various practical courses.
RYA Journey
Who the RYA Marine Radio SRC Course Is For
A critical legal requirement for anyone operating a marine VHF radio or DSC equipment on the water, ensuring safety and compliance for both recreational and commercial users.
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is globally recognised as the gold standard of maritime training, respected worldwide by maritime authorities and charter companies for its exceptional training standards.
The RYA SRC is the legal minimum qualification required to operate a marine VHF radio on a British-flagged vessel.
- Prerequisites: None!
- Experience: Open to anyone aged 16 or over.
- Duration: 10 hours.
- Access: 6-month initial access.
- Materials: Official RYA Marine Radio Handbook is included in your course fee.
- Next Steps: Complete your online course and then book your in-person practical assessment at a local training center to gain your licence.
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Get instant access to the RYA Interactive SRC course and start learning to communicate with total confidence on the water.
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