Do I need a license to Drive a Boat in North Carolina?
Mandatory Boater Education
To operate a motorboat with 10 horsepower or more, or a PWC in North Carolina, anyone born on or after January 1, 1988, must carry a boating safety education certificate proving they have passed an approved boating safety education course.
It is illegal for anyone younger than aged 14 to operate a PWC in North Carolina.
3 easy steps to get certified
Step 1
STUDY AT YOUR OWN PACE
- Start the course for free.
- Only (online course, final test and online certificate included).
- Complete and easy-to-read study guide.
Step 2
TAKE THE FINAL TEST
- The exam consists of 60 multiple choice questions.
- Free exam retries - Risk free!
Step 3
PRINT YOUR BOATING CERTIFICATE
- Print your certificate and start boating now!
- You'll receive a wallet-sized card from the State within 4-6 weeks.
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A complete 3-hour course… well organized in 7 chapters
- Study at your pace
- The card is valid for life
- Exam retries are free
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