International Certificate of Competence (ICC)
As a skipper, it is important to be aware of the qualification requirements when operating a vessel in foreign waters. For recreational boating—particularly when chartering in countries such as Greece or Croatia—the International Certificate of Competence (ICC) is commonly accepted by local maritime authorities and charter companies as evidence of boating competence.
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Price options
The ICC assessment is available as a private event by arrangement. Please get in touch with us using the link above to book a date.
- one candidate $1895 (4 hours)
- two candidates $2195 (7 hours)
- one candidate 3 hours refresher training plus assessment $2195 (7 hours)
Description
The validity of the International Certificate of Competence (ICC) is contingent upon the country being visited, meaning it is not a universally recognised or "truly international" qualification. The ICC does not supersede the manning requirements established by the country where the vessel is registered. These requirements must still be fulfilled, irrespective of where the boat is operating.
Generally, an ICC is required for Europe’s inland waterways and is often requested for coastal waters in the UK and Mediterranean countries, such as Greece or Croatia.
In Australia, the ICC is increasingly recommended for charterers, as it offers internationally recognised evidence of competence.
To obtain an ICC for a sailing vessel, your skills and knowledge must meet the standard of an RYA Day Skipper.
Our examiners can assess you on one of our yachts. We cannot use your own boat due to insurance implications unless your vessel possesses an AMSA commercial certificate of operation.
Assessment for the ICC
The four-hour assessment includes both practical and theoretical components and covers the following areas:
- Safety
- Rules and regulations
- Pilotage / Navigation
- Berthing and close-quarters handling
- Man overboard recovery
- Emergency situations
- Boat handling under power and sail
The assessment takes place at Flying Fish Sail Academy at Sydney's Middle Harbour Yacht Club, Mosman.
RYA Day Skipper course for ICC
As an alternative to the assessment, you can complete an RYA Day Skipper Practical course with us. If you do, you will be eligible for an ICC without further assessment.
What's included
Assessment by ICC Examiner, Flying Fish Beneteau 40.7 sailing yacht.
Qualifications
- International Certificate for Operator of Pleasure Craft (ICC)
Before you start
- Your skills and knowledge are equivalent to RYA Day Skipper.
- You should provide your own crew - a minimum of one.
What next?
- Submit your assessment form to the RYA with the fee of $80 in Australia or £43 in the UK.
- Your ICC is valid for 5 years from the date of issue.
- Check out our Yachtmaster training
