Course preview · RYA YM Offshore Prep
Yachtmaster Offshore Preparation
A demanding skipper-level prep course for the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore oral and practical exam.
- Modules
- 10
- Lessons
- 30
- Materials
- 0
- Syllabus outcomes
- 20
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RYA syllabus
01 Offshore passage planning2 topics · 4 outcomes
Offshore route planning2
- YOS.OP.1Plans a multi-day offshore passage with weather routing and fuel budget.
- YOS.OP.2Selects ports of refuge and decision points along the route.
Contingency planning2
- YOS.CP.1Defines abort criteria and communicates them to the crew.
- YOS.CP.2Revises the plan when forecasts or conditions change.
02 Heavy weather and seamanship2 topics · 4 outcomes
Heavy weather tactics2
- YOS.HW.1Selects appropriate sail plan and tactics for forecast severe weather.
- YOS.HW.2Directs the crew through heaving-to, running off or lying a-hull.
Crew welfare2
- YOS.CW.1Maintains crew warmth, dryness, food and rest in bad weather.
- YOS.CW.2Recognises and responds to fatigue and seasickness.
03 Navigation and traffic2 topics · 4 outcomes
Offshore navigation2
- YOS.ON.1Maintains an accurate offshore log and chart plot.
- YOS.ON.2Cross-checks electronic position with independent observations.
Shipping and TSS2
- YOS.ST.1Plans routes through or around Traffic Separation Schemes.
- YOS.ST.2Identifies vessel type and action from lights, shapes and AIS.
04 Emergency leadership2 topics · 4 outcomes
Emergency response2
- YOS.ER.1Directs the crew through offshore emergency drills.
- YOS.ER.2Implements damage control and medical emergency procedures.
SAR coordination2
- YOS.SR.1Composes clear distress and urgency calls with all required information.
- YOS.SR.2Coordinates with rescue services and prepares for evacuation if needed.
05 Command and systems2 topics · 4 outcomes
Command leadership2
- YOS.CL.1Exercises calm, decisive command throughout the passage.
- YOS.CL.2Briefs, delegates and debriefs the crew effectively.
Systems and maintenance2
- YOS.SM.1Understands engine, electrical, steering and rigging systems.
- YOS.SM.2Carries out basic troubleshooting and temporary repairs at sea.
Course outline & materials
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01 Advanced passage planning and strategy3 lessons · 0 items
Plan long offshore passages with weather, fuel and contingency analysis.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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02 Heavy weather and seamanship3 lessons · 0 items
Handle the yacht and crew in heavy weather conditions.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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03 Emergency procedures and search and rescue3 lessons · 0 items
Lead the crew through offshore emergency scenarios.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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04 Navigation offshore and electronic aids3 lessons · 0 items
Navigate confidently using all available offshore tools.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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05 Tidal calculations and ocean routeing3 lessons · 0 items
Apply advanced tidal and current work to offshore passages.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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06 Collision regulations and watchkeeping3 lessons · 0 items
Keep a safe watch and apply the COLREGs offshore.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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07 Ships and traffic separation schemes3 lessons · 0 items
Navigate safely in shipping lanes and near commercial traffic.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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08 Skipper command and crew management3 lessons · 0 items
Lead an offshore crew effectively under pressure.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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09 Maintenance and yacht systems3 lessons · 0 items
Understand the systems you rely on offshore and how to fix them.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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10 Mock exam and examiner expectations3 lessons · 0 items
Prepare for the format and standards of the Yachtmaster Offshore exam.
Theory60 min
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Worked example90 min
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Self-check30 min
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