Vhf Radio Licence Perth - Marine Radio Course Perth

Office of Maritime Communications (OMC) 1300 365 262

The Office of Maritime Communications at the Australian Maritime College is responsible for the management of all functions associated with marine radio examinations and certification services in Australia.

The marine radio examinations include the management of the invigilator network across Australia, production, and distribution of the Marine Radio Operators Handbook, and production and distribution of examination papers and certificates for:

Please note this is not a tuition course. The invigilator cannot help you in any way and cannot answer examination questions. No refunds are given if you fail the test.

The AMC is also responsible for reissuing certificates to holders who have lost or damaged certificates of proficiency.

Please note. We only do the Radio exams on certain days Starting at 7 am at our Maylands premises. Please call Michael before booking 0418923004.

Please be aware this is a self-study situation the invigilator cannot help with theory or any practical exams

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Do I need a VHF radio license in Western Australia?

To have a VHF radio on your boat, it is a legal requirement for you to have a VHF Radio License in Western Australia to operate it. Sea Safe Boat School offers a complete invigilator guide conducted under OMC guidelines to obtain your Vhf marine radio licence. With a total cost of $200

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To have a VHF radio on your boat it is a legal requirement for you to have a Vhf marine radio licence to operate it

There are 2 types of VHF radio license in Western Australia:

LROCP. This is a full Vhf radio licence in Perth which includes VHF and radio. 50 multiple choice questions pass mark 70% 35 correct

Mostly for commercial operators. Lots of book reading with this one

SROCP. This is the most common operator gets just a VHF license and is easier. ( Not so much study) 25 Questions pass mark 70% or 18

Both licenses are the same price and can be conducted at our training center at Maylands. Marina 38 Hardey Road Maylands. The quiz usually takes about 20 mins

Please note. We only do the Radio exams on certain days Starting at 7 am at our Maylands premises. Please call Michael on 0418923004 before booking

Marine Radio Examinations are conducted under OMC guidelines. Total Cost $200

Don’t forget to have a passport-size photo with you to attach to your answer sheet

Please be aware this is a self-study situation the invigilator cannot help with theory or any practical exams

We send in your completed papers and results are sent to the student links below to download the workbook or purchase $45 from Sea Safe

The SROCP is the preferred Vhf radio licence Perth to obtain for most applicants. If you want to travel offshore, participate in yacht races or apply for further qualifications like the Masters V or Coxwain’s certificate then the LROCP is essential. The SROCP will only allow you to operate small vessels near the coast or in bays and harbours.

The cost of the certificates is effectively equivalent so is not recommended to apply for the SROCP. There is no simple way for you to upgrade the SROCP to the LROCP so if you change your mind later on you’ll have to take the entire VHF radio course test again and incur all the costs associated. Please note this is not a tuition course. The invigilator cannot help you in any way and cannot answer examination questions. No refunds are given if you fail the test.

What do I need to know to get a VHF radio licence in Western Australia?

It isn’t difficult to obtain a Marine Radio licence and you don’t require extensive knowledge to pass your VHF radio course exam. You need to get 70% of the final VHF radio course exam correct and you’ll need the following:

An understanding of VHF (and MF/HF) marine radios
An understanding and ability to use the phonetic alphabet
The ability to distinguish between Ship Stations, Limited Coast Stations, and Coast Radio Stations
Knowledge of the procedures and channels needed while operating the radio
The ability to comprehend safety, distress, and urgent communications
An understanding of Digital Selective Calling Communications
The ability to identify the components of a marine radio
An understanding of the maintenance requirements of radio equipment and power sources
An understanding of the applications and limitations of different kinds of radio equipment
An understanding of Search and Rescue in Australia
An understanding of the use of SARTs and 406 MHz EPIRBS

How long will it take to obtain a VHF Marine Radio Licence?

SROCP usually takes about 20 minutes and is the most popular. LROCP takes longer and a lot more study (usually for the commercial offshore operator. When you finish the marine radio assignment you’ll receive an email response informing you of your results from the Office of Maritime Communications. Please note this is not a tuition course. The invigilator cannot help you in any way and cannot answer examination questions. No refunds are given if you fail the test.

This exam consists of either 50 (LROCP) or 25 (SROCP) multiple choice questions. Once this is completed the papers are returned to the OMC and it can take up to 15 working days before you receive your results. For more info about how to get the Vhf Radio Licence in Western Australia, you can always message us by clicking the button below.

Please note. We only do the Radio exams on certain days Starting at 7 am at our Maylands premises. Please call Michael on 0418923004 before booking.

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