This is a two-day course suitable for all from 12-years-old and above where you will build on the basics learnt on the Level 1 and Taster courses.

The course begins in our Glasgow City Centre training centre at 36 Washington Street, G3 8AZ, where you will receive the basic theoretical knowledge required. Maximum half-day spent in the classroom.

Next, we head out onto the water, where you will receive an introduction to boat handling and seamanship on one of our powerful ribs, and above all, safety when on or around water.

We aim to give you practical experience of driving a boat, as well as critical safety aspects when on or around water. You will be out on the water for at least one-and-a-half days with a highly experienced and qualified powerboat instructor.

We focus on low speed, close quarters handling, docking and berthing, man overboard recovery procedures, introduce you to driving at planing speed, as well as collision regulations.

We also cover marine navigation, buoyage, chart work, electronic navigation, rope work, safety equipment, weather, route planning, and general safe use of a powerboat. All our instructors are extremely advanced in boating so you will receive fantastic training guaranteed!

After the course you will have gained a basic understanding of boat handling and safety, and will be able to handle a powerboat during daylight in favourable weather.

The RYA Powerboat Level 2 course can be endorsed, allowing you to drive boats commercially.

Our Powerboat Level 2 courses are typically run every week, but can be run on demand if required. Maximum of three students per course, ensuring all are afforded enough time at the helm. Typically runs between 09:00-18:00.

Two-day course – £299 

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Using your Powerboat level 2 course to apply for a Commercial Licence?

Your Powerboat Level 2 Licence must be endorsed by the RYA if you are to use it commercially. We at Glasgow City Boats can take the stress out of this process by assisting you, as we have all had to apply for a commercial endorsement.

You will need the following courses:

• ●  VHF RADIO LICENSE
• ●  A VALID MARINE FIRST AID
• ●  PPR PROFESSIONAL ONLINE COURSE
• ●  SEA SURVIVAL CERTIFICATE
• ●  AN ML5 OR ENG1 MEDICAL FITNESS CERTIFICATEApart from a medical, we provide all the training necessary to obtain your commercial licences. Contact us today about your training requirements.

Using your Powerboat Level 2 to apply for an ICC?

If your Powerboat Level 2 was completed before 15 April 2019, the following is applicable if you wish to apply for an International Certificate of Competence (ICC):

● Coastal Powerboat Level 2: You can apply an ICC for coastal waters and power up to 10m.

● Inland Powerboat Level 2: You can apply for an ICC for coastal waters if suitable evidence of coastal experience is provided or a coastal assessment completed.

To apply for the inland category on your ICC, a CEVNI test must be completed.

More information about applying for ICC can be found in the Boating Abroad section on the RYA’s website.