RYA VHF RADIO COURSE
Introduction to the course:
The RYA SRC / VHF Radio course is for anyone who owns or will be operating a fixed or hand-held marine VHF radio. The Short Range Certificate is the minimum qualification required by law to operate a VHF radio fitted with DSC (Digital Selective Calling).
How much does the course cost?
£130 + £76 examination and licence fee.
An examination and licence fee of £76 is payable directly to the RYA (Online application and payment)
Duration
Starting at 09:00 and finishing around 18:30.
Dates:
Sunday Sunday 4th October 2026
Where
Thames Active
@Greenwich Yacht Club
1 PearTree Way
Greenwich
London
SE10 0BW
Is prior experience needed?
No experience is needed prior to undertaking this course. However pre-course will be sent for you to read.
What's involved?
The SRC / VHF course will teach you how use and operate a VHF radio using the correct protocols, this will also teach you how to use DSC (Digital Selective Calling).
Some of the modules covered are: Phonetic Alphabet, Distress Calls, Routine Calls, use of DSC.
Other Information
We supply:
Tea, Coffee & Biscuits
RYA VHF Handbook
Paper & Pens
The certification fee is paid directly to the RYA for the issuing of your VHF licence.
https://www.rya.org.uk/exams