This course
Course hours: 09:00–17:00 each day.
UPCOMING PRACTICAL COURSE DATES
• 3 December 2026
• 30 January 2027
• 27 February 2027
• 27 March 2027
• 1 May 2027
• 29 May 2027
Choose a date in our online booking calendar. Availability and remaining places are shown there.
COURSE OVERVIEW
The RYA International Certificate of Competence (ICC) is recognised throughout Europe and many other countries as evidence of your ability to operate a pleasure craft safely. Many overseas authorities require visiting skippers to hold an ICC when chartering or cruising, making it one of the most valuable qualifications for recreational boat owners.
If you already hold an eligible RYA qualification, you may be able to apply directly for an ICC through the RYA. If you do not have suitable evidence of competence, BH Marine Academy can provide the training and practical assessment required to demonstrate your ability and enable you to apply for your certificate.
Course topics include:
• Preparation of vessel and crew
• Pre-departure safety checks
• Close-quarters boat handling
• Marina manoeuvring
• Berthing and unberthing
• Picking up a mooring buoy
• Anchoring procedures
• Man overboard recovery
• Basic navigation and pilotage
• International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS)
• Safety equipment and emergency procedures
• Good seamanship
• Practical skippering skills
• Assessment to RYA ICC standards
Ready to take the next step? Book your place online or contact BH Marine Academy on 01305 564204 for dates, availability and advice on the right course for you.
Required experience
Day skipper Theory & Day skipper Practical
Minimum duration
One day
Minimum age
16 years
Content
A digital copy (photograph or scan) of your passport or a national ID card showing your nationality
If you do not have a passport or a national ID card showing your nationality you can only apply to the RYA for an ICC using the paper application form.
A digital copy of a document which confirms your habitual residential address as detailed in ICC-2 Notes: Evidencing identity and eligibility.
Collectively these documents must verify your identity (name, address, date of birth, photograph) and your nationality.
Evidence of your competence for each of the categories you request are validated on your ICC
A photograph in portrait orientation
Note: you can only upload pdf or jpg files of less than 5MB.
If you are renewing or updating the details on your ICC you will need:
Your current / expiring ICC
Documents which verify any changes to the information printed on your current / expiring ICC, as detailed in ICC-2 Notes: Evidencing identity and eligibility.
Evidence of your competence for any additional categories you would like to be validated on your new ICC.
A photograph in portrait orientation
Note: you can only upload pdf or jpg files of less than 5MB.
If your application is successful your ICC will be sent by post to your residential address. Sending the ICC to the address printed on the certificate is part of the RYA’s verification process for the issue of the certificate. The ICC will not be posted to any address other than the one printed on the certificate.
If you are an experienced boater but you don’t have evidence of competence you will need to take an ICC assessment.
Certificate issuing criteria
Successful candidates will receive the documentation required to apply for the RYA International Certificate of Competence (ICC). The ICC is issued by the RYA following a successful application and verification of eligibility.
To apply for your first ICC you will normally require:
• A valid passport or national identity card showing your nationality.
• Proof of your habitual residential address.
• A recent passport-style photograph.
• Evidence of competence, either through an eligible RYA qualification or a successful ICC Assessment.
Applications are completed directly with the RYA, and successful applicants will receive their ICC by post at their registered residential address.
At BH Marine Academy, our instructors are experienced professional mariners, commercial skippers and RYA trainers with thousands of miles of practical boating experience. We provide professional one-to-one coaching and practical assessments, ensuring candidates have the confidence and competence required to meet the RYA ICC standard.
Contact BH Marine Academy by telephone or WhatsApp to discuss your eligibility, training requirements or to book your ICC Assessment.
Format
Practical training and/or assessment afloat, with supporting theory where required.
Price:
£450
Course dates and availability: scheduled practical dates are listed in the course details above and on the course category page. Use the online booking calendar to select a date. For alternative dates, private tuition or courses without a published schedule, please contact BH Marine or complete the enquiry form below.
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