Ways to take a Boating Safety Course
Following are the various ways that you can take a boating safety course, including classroom, home study and online. Some have an associated cost, while others are free - find the one that suits you best and make sure you are safe on the water!
Classroom Courses:
- DNR Law Enforcement: (click here to find contact info or call 770-761-3061 to find local classes scheduled in your area.
- US Coast Guard Auxiliary 7th District (Courses may include some cost to cover materials - ask for full details from class contact person before enrolling)
Home Study Courses:
- Boat-Ed Go online or Call 1-800-460-9698 to order book, test and VHS tape ($24.95 + $5 shipping).
- American Boat Operator Video The home study kit ($24.95) includes video (or DVD), book and more. Kit also comes with a "pin" allowing you to go online and take the final exam. For an additional $10 each, other family members can use the same course materials and then take the exam online.
- United States Power Squadron-America's Boating Course ($34.95 plus S&H will give you a 224-page manual and CD for home study AND a "pin" number if you prefer to take the course online).
On-line Courses:
- Boat US Foundation 1-800-336-2628 (Free Course)
- Boat-Ed 1-800-830-2268 ($29.50 No Pass, No Pay)
- United States Power Squadron-America's Boating Course ($34.95 plus S&H will give you a 224-page manual and CD for home study AND a "pin" number if you prefer to take the course online).
- PWC Safety School (Free Course)
- Boater Exam ($29.95 No Pass, No Pay)
- Boater 101 ($15 online, $25 at a dealer)
