RYA VHF Marine Radio (SRC)

The Short Range Certificate (SRC) is the radio operator qualification which authorises the holder to operate a VHF Radiotelephone fitted with Digital Selective Calling (DSC) on board any British vessel which is voluntarily fitted with radio equipment. If you own a marine radio handheld or fixed set, you are required by law to hold an operator’s licence.

If you are a club or need a number of people trained then we are happy to come to you - just call or email us for a quote. Minimum is four people.

Course Structure

Use of marine radio including GMDSS. Routine, distress and urgency procedures.