Coastguard
Boating Education
Whether it is messing about in boats, a spot
of fishing or competing at the great regattas
of the world, New Zealanders appreciate life on
the water. Most of us are also aware of the respect
we must have for this formidable force of nature,
and appreciate how much more there is to learn.
Did you realise that New Zealand has the fifth
largest coastline of any country in the world?
While Coastguard New Zealand's search and rescue
services are there to help boaties in trouble,
the not-for-profit education arm, Coastguard Boating
Education Service (CBES), also works hard to prevent
boaties from getting into trouble in the first
place.
CBES has long recognised that education is more
effective than regulation in developing more responsible
attitudes and behaviour among boat users. Put
simply, the more people know, the better and safer
their boating experience.
To improve safety and enjoyment on the water,
CBES offers a number of easily accessible and
inexpensive recreational boating courses, ranging
from basic boating education to internationally
recognised yachtmaster qualifications.
CBES is NZQA accredited as a Private Training
Establishment and has over 400 accredited tutors
who deliver courses throughout the country at
coastguard units, polytechnics, maritime schools,
community colleges, schools, boat clubs and other
delivery sites.
CBES also offers a range of practical on-water
courses and home study options. When it comes
to boating, there is always more to learn. Contact
Coastguard Boating Education today, to find a
course that is right for you.
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