PRIME SSCP
SAILING SKILLS CERTIFICATION PROGRAMME
LEVEL 1 - Sailor
Duration: 20 hours
Minimum Age: 11 to 18 years
Price: €800
The Basic Skipper License
The Basic Skipper License (Carta de Marinheiro) enables day cruising within 6 nautical miles of a secure harbor and 3 nautical miles from the shore. Classes are conducted aboard a Beneteau Oceanis 39.3.
Between the ages of 14 and 18, this license allows individuals to captain boats up to 5 meters with a power of up to 30bhp. For those older than 18, it permits the skippering of boats up to 7 meters with a power of up to 60bhp.
LEVEL 2 - SSCP
Duration: 40 hours
Minimum Age: 14 to 18 years
Certification Programme for Sailing Skills
Price: €1.400
The Sailing Skills Certification Programme equips participants to navigate effectively within a 25-nautical-mile radius. Covering various aspects, including navigation, safety procedures, and vessel handling, this comprehensive program provides the skills and certification necessary for confident coastal sailing.
LEVEL 3 - Local Skipper
Complete your secondary education and secure your Local Skipper's License from Prime School.
Duration: 40 hours
Minimum Age: 16 to 18 years
Exams: 1 exam
Price: €20.250
This license allows navigation up to 25 nautical miles from a secure harbor and 6 nautical miles from the coast, day or night. Tailored for beginners, the course covers various topics, including navigation, charts, estimated navigation, on-board instruments, tides, collision avoidance rules (RIEAM), communications, rescue, emergency procedures (GMDSS), meteorology, safety, first aid, firefighting, maritime ceremonial, engines, maintenance, environmental awareness, vessel operation, and equipment usage. It can be pursued directly without the need for a Basic Skipper License.
What are the Prime Skills Certification Programmes?
It is an exclusive (Prime students and family) and comprehensive training initiative tailored to equip individuals with essential skills and expertise in a specialized field, unique to Prime School International. Distinguishing itself from traditional education, our programmes offer an immersive, hands-on learning experience that prioritizes practical knowledge and its real-world applications.
Our meticulously curated curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with immersive practical training, replicating real-world scenarios. The programme culminates in a final comprehensive assessment, encompassing both theoretical understanding and practical proficiency, ensuring students are fully equipped with essential competencies. We take pride in our commitment to providing personalized guidance and mentorship, cultivating a supportive learning environment that empowers students to flourish and succeed in their chosen fields.
Pathway to a Skipper License
The first step towards earning a Skipper License
Career Exploration
Opportunity to explore maritime careers.
Networking
Connection with maritime professionals.
LEVEL 1 - Sailor
Sailing Enthusiast
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STEM Enrichment: Making learning engaging and practical.
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Professional Guidance: Learn from sail instructors.
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Hands-on Experience: Gain practical experience in a Beneteau Oceanis Clipper 39.3.
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Skill Development: Acquire critical skills such as: control; quick decision-making; effective communication.
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Key Topics Covered: Vessel handling, essential navigation, and emergency protocols.
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Theoretical Fundamentals: Build a robust comprehension of sailing theory, encompassing aspects like wind dynamics, navigation, weather patterns, and maritime regulations.
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Safety: Maritime safety protocols and emergency procedures.
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Voyage Planning Cultivate fundamental voyage planning skills.
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DGRM Recognized Local Skipper License.
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Hours: 20 Sailing P/T Lessons,
3h each
Minimum Age: 11 years
Exams: n/a
€ 800.00
LEVEL 2 - SSCP
Accomplished Skipper
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STEM Enrichment: Making learning engaging and practical.
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Professional Guidance: Learn from sail instructors.
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Hands-on Experience: Gain practical experience in a Beneteau Oceanis Clipper 39.3.
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Skill Development: Acquire critical skills such as: control; quick decision-making; effective communication.
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Key Topics Covered: Vessel handling, essential navigation, and emergency protocols.
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Theoretical Fundamentals: Build a robust comprehension of sailing theory, encompassing aspects like wind dynamics, navigation, weather patterns, and maritime regulations.
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Safety: Maritime safety protocols and emergency procedures.
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Voyage Planning: Cultivate fundamental voyage planning skills.
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DGRM Recognized Local Skipper License.
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Hours: 20 Sailing P/T Lessons, 3h each, and
5 sea trips with lunch
Minimum Age: 14 years
Exams: SSCP Exam
€ 1 400.00
LEVEL 3 - Local Skipper
DGRM Local Skipper License
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STEM Enrichment: Making learning engaging and practical.
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Professional Guidance: Learn from sail instructors.
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Hands-on Experience: Gain practical experience in a Beneteau Oceanis Clipper 39.3.
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Skill Development: Acquire critical skills such as: control; quick decision-making; effective communication.
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Key Topics Covered: Vessel handling, essential navigation, and emergency protocols.
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Theoretical Fundamentals: Build a robust comprehension of sailing theory, encompassing aspects like wind dynamics, navigation, weather patterns, and maritime regulations.
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Safety: Maritime safety protocols and emergency procedures.
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Voyage Planning: Cultivate fundamental voyage planning skills.
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DGRM Recognized Local Skipper License.
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Hours: 30 Sailing P/T Lessons, 3h each, and
5 sea trips with lunch
Minimum Age: 16 years
Exams: DGRM Local Skipper Exam
€ 1 950.00
SAILING SKILLS CERTIFICATION PROGRAMME
Set sail towards a brighter future today!
Get your SSCP certificate and embark on an exciting journey as a certified sailor, ready to conquer the maritime world...