• Classroom Course

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    Overview

    The New Hampshire Classroom Course covers a variety of topics including boat navigation, boating safety equipment, invasive aquatic species and laws and rules. This instructor-led class incorporates a range of learning methods consisting of lecture, videos, and student discussion.

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    Certification Cards

    Upon successful completion of the course, students will leave with a boating certificate which is valid for 45 days. The permanent certificate card will be automatically mailed to the student’s address entered at the time of registration.

    Who Needs Boating Education?

    Everyone 16 years of age and older who operates a motorboat over 25 horsepower on New Hampshire waters must have a valid boating education certificate.

    Age Requirements

    Students may register and take the course at 15 years old, although a boating education certificate will not be issued until their 16th birthday.

    Special Accommodations

    Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by contacting the New Hampshire Marine Patrol at (603) 293-2037 option #1. Please allow a minimum of 30 days advance notice for the department to arrange a course and requested accommodations. Individuals can also connect with the New Hampshire Relay Service or TDD at 1 (800) 735-2964.

    Managed And Approved By:

    New Hampshire Marine Patrol

    http://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/nhsp/fob/marine-patrol/index.html

  • Proctored Exam

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    Overview

    The New Hampshire Proctored Exam is available to students who have finished the online portion of the boating education course and have a Boat New Hampshire Course Completion Slip. Students must pass the proctored exam to complete the online course and receive a boating education certificate.

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    Certification Cards

    Upon successful completion of the exam, students will leave with a boating certificate which is valid for 45 days. The permanent certificate card will be automatically mailed to the student’s address entered at the time of registration.

    Who Needs Boating Education?

    Everyone 16 years of age and older who operates a motorboat over 25 horsepower on New Hampshire waters must have a valid boating education certificate.

    Special Accommodations

    Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by contacting the New Hampshire Marine Patrol at (603) 293-2037 option #1. Please allow a minimum of 30 days advance notice for the department to arrange a course and requested accommodations. Individuals can also connect with the New Hampshire Relay Service or TDD at 1 (800) 735-2964.

    Managed And Approved By:

    New Hampshire Marine Patrol

    http://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/nhsp/fob/marine-patrol/index.html

  • Test Out

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    Overview

    The New Hampshire Test Out option allows students to take the boating exam without completing supplemental course content. This alternative is designed for boaters who are proficient with boating safety concepts and knowledgeable about New Hampshire’s boating laws and rules.

    NOTE Certification obtained through this Test Out method is only valid in New Hampshire and is not NASBLA approved.

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    Certification Cards

    Upon successful completion of the exam, students will leave with a boating certificate which is valid for 45 days. The permanent “New Hampshire only” certificate card will be automatically mailed to the student’s address entered at the time of registration.

    Who Needs Boating Education?

    Everyone 16 years of age and older who operates a motorboat over 25 horsepower on New Hampshire waters must have a valid boating education certificate.

    Special Accommodations

    Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by contacting the New Hampshire Marine Patrol at (603) 293-2037 option #1. Please allow a minimum of 30 days advance notice for the department to arrange a course and requested accommodations. Individuals can also connect with the New Hampshire Relay Service or TDD at 1 (800) 735-2964.

    Managed And Approved By:

    New Hampshire Marine Patrol

    http://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/nhsp/fob/marine-patrol/index.html