Will the course work on my MAC?
Yes, all of the Splash Online Courses are fully PC, MAC, iPad, iPhone and mobile compatible. There is one CD that comes from the RYA student materials that requires Bootcamp and Windows to run on MAC. However it is not an essential part of the Splash course.
What extras must I buy to complete the course?
None. The Splash price is fully inclusive of chartplotter, tools and books.
Can I upgrade to a more advanced course after my first one?
Yes, we currently offer an upgrade for successful students from Dayskipper to Yachtmaster for £150. There is also a discount offered for students moving from the Essential Navigation course to Day Skipper.
Do you offer a Yachtmaster Ocean course?
Currently we do not offer the Ocean course ourselves, but it is available from one of our associates. Contact us for further details.
Can I have a second course for my partner at a discount?
Yes, if you are prepared to share the books, we currently offer a second course at the same address for £150.
How soon can I start my course?
Right away! As soon as you make your card payment you will have access to the online materials. Your charts and books will be posted to you first class or courier and should arrive within a few days.
What happens to the books I get when I've finished the course?
They are yours to keep and will be a great future reference source.
Do I get a certificate at the end of my course?
Yes. You will get an RYA Shorebased Course completion certificate for whichever course you have enrolled - providing you demonstrate that you have the required knowledge.
How long do I get to complete my course?
We encourage all our students to complete within 12 months. There is currently no charge for extending this period with Splash if it becomes necessary.
How are the assessments done on the Splash theory course?
There are two assessments on the Day Skipper Course - one is the General Paper which is completed and marked online. The other Chartwork paper requires you to send your plots in for marking - by scanning or photographing and emailing the images to your tutor.
The Yachtmaster course has two online papers - Meteorology and Collision Regulations then the third Chartwork paper which is submitted for marking as for Dayskipper.
The Essential Navigation course has no formal assessment, and certificate award is based on tutor assessment.
Can I see a demo of the course materials?
To view a demo of the course materials and the site interface, please click the link below:
Run Course Demonstration