ICC Assessment - Algarve Nautical School

What is the ICC?

The ICC (or to give it its full title International Certificate for Operators of Pleasure Craft) is a certification intended to serve as evidence of competence, especially when requested by foreign officials. Formerly known as the International Certificate of Competence, it is issued in accordance with the guidelines outlined in the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Inland Transport Committee Working Party on Inland Water Transport Resolution No. 40. This resolution specifies the criteria for issuing the ICC, including the syllabus requirements and the certificate's format. Additionally, it provides a list of countries that have notified the UNECE Secretariat of their acceptance of the resolution. In the context of the UK, the government has endorsed Resolution No. 40, empowering the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) to issue a UK ICC on its behalf. For those seeking ICC certification, assessment and training opportunities are available at our nautical school in Algarve.

Required Experience:

None. May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating

Minimum Duration:

2 Days

Minimum Age:

12 (candidates under the age of 16 will be issued with an endorsed certificate)

Content:

Launching and recovery, boat handling, securing to a buoy, anchoring, leaving and coming alongside, man overboard

Certificate issuing criteria:

Showcase the ability to operate as a self-sufficient powerboater, adept at handling the craft independently in appropriate conditions and exhibit a keen awareness of both personal limitations and those inherent to the watercraft, showcasing a responsible and safety-conscious approach to boating.

Format:

Predominantly practical but with some classroom elements.

Please note that our RYA courses are taught on a "contractor" basis through RU Sailing in Lagos