Q: When cruising in European waters or the Caribbean on my own or a rented vessel, I'm told we need an ICC. Is there an International Certificate of Operator Competency available in Canada?
Yes. In Europe there are multi-level Certificates of Operator Competency that are acquired by successfully completing both theoretical and practical on-the-water tests.
In Canada there are number of schools that offer ICC courses that are recognized in Europe and the Caribbean.
Currently there are no formal cross recognition agreements between Canada and European or Caribbean countries.
ISPA is well regarded by Transport Canada for our recreational boating program.
Q: Do I have to have an ICC?
A. Some countries will insist you have an ICC whilst in other countries an ICC may not be needed at all. The requirement may also differ between coastal waters and inland waters within a country.
Q: Can I use the ICC outside Europe?
A. The ICC is not a global qualification. Even within Europe the ICC’s validity is determined by the issuing country and by the country you are visiting. At the discretion of countries elsewhere in the world it may be acceptable evidence of competence.
Yes. In Europe there are multi-level Certificates of Operator Competency that are acquired by successfully completing both theoretical and practical on-the-water tests.
In Canada there are number of schools that offer ICC courses that are recognized in Europe and the Caribbean.
Currently there are no formal cross recognition agreements between Canada and European or Caribbean countries.
ISPA is well regarded by Transport Canada for our recreational boating program.
Q: Do I have to have an ICC?
A. Some countries will insist you have an ICC whilst in other countries an ICC may not be needed at all. The requirement may also differ between coastal waters and inland waters within a country.
Q: Can I use the ICC outside Europe?
A. The ICC is not a global qualification. Even within Europe the ICC’s validity is determined by the issuing country and by the country you are visiting. At the discretion of countries elsewhere in the world it may be acceptable evidence of competence.