IYT Small Powerboat & RIB Master (Practical) Course
21,500 THB
- Course Type:
- STCW ➜ Master
- Training School:
- Galileo Maritime Academy
- Location:
- Phuket, Thailand
- Duration:
- 2 days
- Language:
- English
Essential Tender & Powerboat Qualification
This MCA-recognised certification qualifies you to drive powerboats and tenders up to 15m in length, making it a core requirement for many yacht crew roles. From guest transfers to daily crew operations, it proves you have the skills to handle high-responsibility tasks safely and professionally.
Boost Your Employability
Holding this certificate is often the minimum requirement when applying for deckhand or tender driver positions. It also enables you to apply for the ICC Power -10 endorsement, required for operating tenders in many European and international charter destinations.
What You’ll Learn
- Practical Boat Handling & Control
- Docking, turning, anchoring, recovery, and man-overboard drills
- Handling in varying wind, wave, and speed conditions
- Use of inboard and outboard engines
- Navigation & Safety Compliance
- Basic chart reading and compass use
- Rules of the road (COLREGs)
- Pre-departure safety checks and emergency planning
- Marine Communication & Global Use
- VHF radio basics for safe operations
- International certification awareness, including ICC Power -10 endorsement
Entry Requirements
Minimum Age: 16 years old
Language Requirement: Good level of spoken and written English (all training & assessments conducted in English)
This course is available on the following days:
(please check the availability with the training school)
- 18 October 2025 ★
- 22 November 2025 ★
- 27 November 2025 ★
- 20 December 2025 ★
- 15 January 2026 ★
- 07 February 2026 ★
- 01 March 2026 ★
- 22 March 2026 ★
★ Provisional dates
Galileo Maritime Academy
Yacht Haven Marina
141/2, Moo 2 Maikhao
Thalang
Phuket
83110
Thailand