License Description:
The Limited Master license may be issued to applicants to be employed
by a marina, yacht club, formal camp or educational institution allowing
the licensed person to operate an inspected launch in a limited area.
Inspected launches will have a Certificate of Inspection (COI) stating
number of passengers (usually more than 6) and area of operation.
Uninspected launches carry 6 or less passengers and only require the
OUPV Limited License.
Eligibility Requirements for Limited Master (Launch Tender):
USCG Application
Age: 18 years old
Sea Experience:
Limited Master Inland
- 120 days* experience in the operation of vessels
- 90 days of the 120 must be within the last 3 years
* A "day of sea service" is equal to 4 to 8 hours away from the
dock.
Letter of Intent to Hire
Eligibility Requirements for Limited OUPV (Launch Tender):
USCG Application
Age: 17 years old
Sea Experience:
Limited OUPV Inland (limits operation to uninspected
launches-6 or less passengers)
- 90 days* experience in the operation of vessels
- 90 days of the 90 must be within the last 3 years
* A "day of sea service" is equal to 4 to 8 hours away from the
dock.Letter of Intent to Hire
USCG Approved Limited Master (Launch Tender) Course:
Course Attendance: 100% required
Testing: All testing is done with New England Maritime. You DO
NOT test with the Coast Guard.
Certification: Upon successful completion (attendance and passing
required exams), you will receive a New England Maritime Certificate
of Training and a Boating Safety Certificate. The Limited Master
Certificate (expires one year from date issued) and the Boating
Safety Certificate are then brought to the U.S. Coast Guard REC
in Boston, along with your USCG Application to receive your USCG
License.
The course includes classroom instruction on the following topics:
- Rules of the Road
- Aids to Navigation
- Safe Boating Subjects
- State Regulations
- Federal Regulations
2-DAY Course meets all day Saturday and Sunday. Course includes
books, instruction, exams, and assistance with USCG Application.
Launch Tender Course Dates** - COST: $289.00 |
Live via ZOOM
Jan 21-22, 2023
Feb 11-12, 2023
March 4-5, 2023
March 25-26, 2023
April 15-16, 2023
May 6-7, 2023
May 27-28, 2023
Proctored exam must be scheduled, by appointment, in Hyannis and completed within 45 days of final class date. If you do not complete exams within the 45-day period, you must retake class at a fee of $289.
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Deposit Required $144.50 |
Cancellation Policy: Deposits are refundable if written cancellation is received more than 14 days prior to course start date, less an administration fee of $50 and the cost of books. Cancellations made 14 days or less from the course date will forfeit deposit. A student requesting a move to a future class will be assessed a $50 fee and cancellation policy will remain in effect as of original class date. A full refund if class size minimum is not met.
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On-Line Registration Form
Or, for more information, request our
New England Maritime Brochure
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