Maritime VHF Operator's CertificateAim: To obtain a working knowledge
Duration: 30 (notional) hours of learning which includes all planned learning activities, including revision and assessment, which lead toward the achievement of the learning outcomes.
Qualifications: Maritime VHF Operator’s Certificate (MVOC) and NZQA Unit Standard 19491.
Legal Requirement: Under the Radiocommunications Act 1989, it is a legal requirement that anyone wishing to operate a marine VHF radio holds an appropriate operator’s certificate. For operators of marine VHF radios, the minimum legal operator certification is the Maritime VHF Operator’s Certificate (MVOC).
This course, which aligns with the syllabus specified by Radio Spectrum Management,
- the general features and functions of a marine VHF radio
- procedures and operating techniques for routine calling
- correct distress and urgency and safety procedures
- pro-words and the phonetic alphabet
- trip reports
- weather services
- EPIRBS and more
In this MVOC
Note: This assessment has been revamped to better align with the needs of everyday comms on the water. The update ensures that the assessment process is more streamlined and user-friendly, allowing participants to gain relevant skills for safe and effective maritime operations.
This course does not include the use of either Digital VHF (DSC) or Single Side Band (SSB) radios. If travelling outside New Zealand waters, we recommend the completion of either the Maritime Short Range Operators Certificate course (MSROC – Digital DSC) – required for Europe, or the Maritime Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Certificate (MRROC – SSB) course instead. See the related course information on this website for full details.
Course Type and Duration:
Classroom Study: This is a physical face-to-face classroom course with a tutor. This course is usually run over a weekend or over multiple nights. There is an in-class time commitment of 16 hours that will apply.
Virtual Study: This is a virtual classroom course with a tutor but you will attend virtually via your computer or laptop. This course is usually run over a weekend or over multiple nights. There is a virtual in-class time commitment of 16 hours that will apply.
Online Self-Directed Study: This is where you enrol on an online course which is self-directed from home. You will have 15 weeks from the date of
You can also purchase this course as a Gift.
Special Offer:
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