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A complete 3-hour course… well organized in 7 chapters

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Boating education safety requirements Kansas

Kansas Boating License

Any person under the age of 21 who wishes to operate a vessel designed to be propelled by a motor or sail (motorboat, PWC, sailboat, sailboard) without being under direct and audible supervision of an adult over the age of 21 must complete a NASBLA approved boater education course.

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Study at your own pace

  • Start the course for free.
  • Only $ 39.95 (online course, final test and online certificate included).
  • Complete and easy-to-read study guide approved by Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife.
Chapter 1

Boating safety course introduction

  • Mandatory boater education
  • Boating terminology
  • Registration & Titling
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Chapter 2

Boating Equipment

  • Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
  • Navigation light equipment
  • Other recommended equipment
Chapter 3

Trip Planning and Preparation

  • Pre-departure checklist
  • Launching & Retrieving a boat from the water
  • Boat preventive maintenance
Chapter 4

Safe Boat Operation

  • Operator responsibilities
  • Navigation rules
  • Meeting situations
Chapter 5

Getting Underway

  • U.S. Aids to navigation system
  • Docking & Undocking
  • Procedures for Anchoring
Chapter 6

Emergency Preparedness

  • Boating accidents
  • Surviving in cold water
  • Rendering assistance - Accident report
Chapter 7

Other Water Activities

  • Water skiing & towed devices
  • Water-Jet Propelled Watercraft (PWC)
  • Marine environment

Crystal clear. Our team works hard to develop intuitive and effective training. No endless reading, interactive learning is the key to success!

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Take the final test

  • The boating exam consists of 60 multiple choice questions.

  • Open-book final test.

  • Free exam retries - risk free!

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Print your certificate

  • Print your certificate and start boating now!
  • Your certificate is good for life.
  • You'll receive a wallet-sized card within 4-6 weeks.
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FAQ - Boating in Kansas

Who is required to take the boating safety course in Kansas?

Any person under the age of 21 who wishes to operate a vessel designed to be propelled by a motor or sail (motorboat, PWC, sailboat, sailboard) without being under direct and audible supervision of an adult over the age of 21 must complete a NASBLA approved boater education course.

Who is exempt from the Kansas boating license ?

Adults 21 years and older are not required to complete the boating education course.

Non residents who have successfully completed a NASBLA approved boating safety course are also exempt.

What are the age restrictions regarding boating safety in Kansas?

No person under the age of 12 may operate a motorized vessel without being under direct and audible supervision even if they have completed an approved boater education course.

Do I need to register my boat in Kansas?

All vessels powered by motor (gasoline, diesel, or electric), or sail, must be registered and numbered

Is my boating license good in other States?

Every U.S. state that demands a boating license will accept Boating Education Licenses from other states that conform to NASBLA requirements as well.

You should follow your safety course in the State where you are resident.

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