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Boat Licence (RMDL)

In Queensland, you must have a RMDL to drive any boat that has an engine power greater that 6hp or (4.5w).

We are an approved QLD BoatSafe training provider offering either competency-based training and assessment program or recognition of prior learning assessment for a Recreational Marine Drivers Licence (RMDL).

We are focused on training safety, awareness & confidence in boat handling will achieving the required Boatsafe standard.

All levels of experience are catered for and we combine online learning with practical components to get the most out of experience.

Course Overview

To get a Queensland RMDL, you must be:

  • Be at least 16 years old. However, you can complete the course at 15 ½ years old.
  • Complete and pass a BoatSafe course or have a recognised and valid interstate or overseas marine licence

What is involved:

  1. Contact us, so we can send you links for the online learning.
  2. Complete the Online theory course, in your own time, at your own pace.

Practical training must be completed within 3 months of obtaining the Online Training Course Completion Certificate. 

  1. Co-ordinating a date/time for the ‘on water’ component. (Weather dependant)
  2. Getting on the water for boat handling training of skills, practising theory knowledge and building confidence. This is the time to ask any questions and to have some fun.
  3. Multi-choice theory exam to check your knowledge. Any gaps in your knowledge will be briefed by your instructor before re-attempting.
  4. Conduct the BoatSafe Practical Assessment.
  5. Take your Statement of Competency to the Transport and Main Roads Queensland, pay their fee to receive your licence. The Statement of Competency is valid for 6 months.

The ‘Statement of Competency’ is NOT a licence.

Assessment

Practical Assessment – Recreational Marine Driver Licence

The Maritime Safety Queensland BoatSafe Licensing Scheme allows:

  • 2 attempts to attain 100% at the BoatSafe approved multiple choice theory test
  • 1 attempt at an unassisted competency based practical assessment per day

Boat Licence
(RMDL)

Online Theory Course

Jet Ski handling, PWCL skills,
theory and knowledge, building
confidence.

Multi choice theory exam.

BoatSafe Practical Assessment.

Receive Statement of Competancy.

Get in touch now to book your
licence