SIGMA-MARINE YACHTING SCHOOL
Do you wish to learn how to operate the yacht? Do you want to receive the International Certificate of Competency to run a power or sailing boat? Do you dream of practical training in a seamanship? Sign up for our courses and realize yourself for 100% in achievement of your purpose.
Sigma-Marine Yachting School provides training and certification of yachtsmen according to the International Yacht Training Worldwide (IYT) system and by the International standards.
The basic qualification course is International Bareboat Skipper & VHF Radio Operator/Short Range Certificate (SRC). It consists of two parts: theory and practical courses. The theory course may be taken on-line, using the Skype and consulting with our instructor at any time convenient for you. We provide you with all necessary theoretical materials.
The theory course includes: theoretical materials, consultations by Skype, program tests, IYT International Bareboat Skipper + VHF Radio Operator Certificates of Competency, Training Development Book.
The practical course includes a fixing of theory knowledge during training voyage. We offer you the opportunity for a practical training on our sailing and motor yachts in Greece or Turkey during the period from April to October annually. You can find the practical training schedule in the section "Calendar of training events".
RECREATIONAL MEDICAL& EYESIGHT STANDARDS
A physical/optical examination by a qualified physician based on the guidelines below is recommended to hold a Yachtmaster Coastal, Offshore or Ocean Certificate.
Please note that some conditions such as colour blindness may restrict a candidate’s ability to obtain a command certificate of competence and/or a commercial qualification.
PART 1 MEDICAL STANDARDS
In addition to normal fitness standards, the following conditions are specified to ensure the candidate can perform relevant watch-keeping duties without creating an unacceptable risk to him/herself, other members of the crew, or the safe operation of the vessel.
1. Hearing
Adequate hearing is a necessity when operating a vhf radio. Hearing ability should be tested by the whispered voice or other approved tests. Hearing loss should not exceed 20 decibels for the frequencies of 500Hz, and 1000Hz and 2000Hz. When hearing levels do not meet these standards, hearing aids may be accepted.
2. Epilepsy
Persons who suffer from epilepsy are unfit for certification. However, persons who are free from attack without the use of drugs for at least 2 years may be considered.
PART 2 EYESIGHT STANDARDS
A person conducting a navigational watch should be capable of identifying the lights and signals of other vessels as well as hazards to navigation at a safe distance, in typical weather conditions at sea.
1. Persons with one eye or poor vision in one or both eyes MUST obtain a report from a qualified Ophthalmologist.
2. With or without aids to vision, have a minimum 20/40 vision in each eye.
3. With or without aids to vision pass a colour vision test. The ISHIHARA Test or Lantern test may be used.
To specify the costs of theoretical and practical courses or if you have other questions, please call us by phone +380 67 484 7505 or write to E-mail: sigma-marine@ukr.net