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Originally Posted by blue oyster
i was thinking of getting my captian's license just for my own knowledge . due to the nature of my job i never know when i will be forced to work overtime so going to school is not realistic , i see that mariners school does an on line class , has anyone taken this class or heard anything about it ?
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blue oyster, I commend you for wanting to better your knowledge on the water and think it should be mandatory for anyone who runs a boat !
I should have re thought my 1st reply
If you want to do it for your own knowledge I would not recommend taking the class as the classes are geared to teaching you how to pass the test ! This in my opinion sucked ! When I took the class I was the pain in the ass one asking questions non stop and slowing down the class, as I was looking to learn from the class and not just pass the tests. I'm pretty sure most who did the class and breezed through the test don't remember much from the class now nor do they care as long as they are licensed !.
Like some said in their post, when you have the lic. you are expected to be above others and if there were an accident or incident , you will more than likely be found at fault.
As mentioned there are the cost that go with the lic.