US Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Safety Course

For any power motorboat operation on tidal waters, you must successfully complete a boating safety course approved by the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) to receive a New Jersey Boating Safety Course Certificate. Visit the NJSP Marine Service Bureau website for full details. Please see the age requirements below. This course is taught by certified Coast Guard Auxiliary Instructors. It includes the required time requirement and course content including specific information on the laws of New Jersey. At the end of the course, an examination is administered and upon passing the exam, a valid temporary New Jersey Boat Safety Certificate will be issued. The formal certificate will be issued by the State of New Jersey and mailed to you at a future date.

The New Jersey State Police boating safety manual can be found online at this link: https://www.state.nj.us/lps/njsp/info/pdf/marine/021606-boating-safety-manual.pdf

NJ Boating Safety Education & Minimum Age Requirements

• A person less than 13 years of age may not operate a motorized vessel.

• A person under the age of 16 may not operate a PWC.

• A person 13 through 15 years of age may operate a vessel powered by an electric motor or vessels 12 feet or longer and powered by a motor less than 10 hp only if he or she has successfully passed a boating safety education course approved by the New Jersey State Police.
• A person 16 years old or older, may operate a motorized vessel if they have successfully completed an approved boating safety course.

For additional questions contact Flotilla Staff Officer --- Debbie Dickson 609.827.4008

What are the benefits of taking this course with the US Coast Guard Auxiliary? Earn your boating certificate from the experienced men and women of Flotilla 053-08-03 located in Wildwood, New Jersey. Our experienced instructors will not only give you the tools to pass the New Jersey State About Boat Safely exam, they will prepare you to safely enjoy your boat.

Students taking the course with Flotilla 053-08-03 have enjoyed an excellent pass rate for the exam. This year we are operating on restricted capacities. Seating is limited! (Only 30 seats per session) Register Now! Please note: The current State of New Jersey mandated Covid guidelines will need to be followed. Photo ID is required at check in(Drivers License, Passport or Student ID). Please bring both a pen and a pencil.

The Auxiliary also performs Vessel Safety Checks for more information click here.

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