IYT Marine Communications (VHF-SRC)

VHF - SRC (Radio License)

• Certification: IYT
• Recognition: Worldwide
• STCW Compliance: –
• Suitable For: All Crew
• Experience Level: No experience required
• Duration: ½ Day
• Certificate Validity: 5 years

Why This Course Matters

This legal requirement for marine radio operation is more than a checkbox. It shows you are trusted with safety communication, emergency procedures, and vessel coordination. The VHF - SRC is required for any role involving tender operations, watchkeeping, or bridge communication, and it is often requested in entry-level crew job advertisements.

Course Structure

VHF Protocols & Communication Standards

Learn distress, urgency, and safety call formats using both voice and Digital Selective Calling (DSC), following GMDSS procedures.

Equipment Familiarity & Setup

Understand how to set up and operate fixed and handheld VHF sets, including dual-watch, scanning, and weather channels.

Operational Scenarios & Emergency Use

Practice handling real-life situations such as man-overboard reports, port authority communication, and bridge-to-tender coordination.

Useful Information

What’s Included

• Comprehensive course materials
• Daily hot lunch
• Coffee station and snacks
• Free rescheduling up to 7 days before course start

Accommodation (available at additional cost)

• Shared and private rooms
• Includes breakfast
• Swimming pool
• Self-service laundry
• Full board meals available

Prerequisites

• Minimum age: 16 years old
• Language Requirement: A good level of spoken and written English is required, as all training and assessments are conducted in English