UCD/USF&WS Instructor & Course Development Workshop, June 22-24, 2010
SBSA members & instructors, USF&WS will host a Motorboat Operator Course (MOCC) Instructor Development Workshop in Bodega Bay, CA June 22 -24. The goal of the workshop is to develop and refine MOCC/MOTC training materials, methods and skills. This is a great opportunity for SBSA MOTC instructors to polish their skills and have a voice in updating the ... Read More
SBSA Annual Meeting Held At Cal Poly SLO
The annual Scientific Boating Safety Association meeting was held at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo on January 30, 2010. Minutes from this meeting can be found here. ... Read More
SBSA Offers A Three Day Boating Safety Course
The SBSA Motorboat Operator Training Course (MOTC) is entry-level training recommended for those persons who will be acting as small vessel operator or crew for SBSA member institutions. The MOTC provides fundamental training in boating knowledge and skills. It is not a certification course. Graduates must still be evaluated and authorized to operate vessels by their ... Read More
SBSA is a member of the National Safe Boating Council
May 2009 The SBSA is now a member of the National Safe Boating Council (NSBC). The NSBC is the foremost coalition for the advancement and promotion of safer boating through education. The National Safe Boating Council accomplishes this mission by: Conducting a series of on-going National Campaigns to promote Safe Boating. Providing opportunities to work direc ... Read More
Q&A About the Motorboat Operators Training Course
Is there a certificate for the course, how long is it valid for? How much does the MOTC cost? What is the typical course schedule? I have other commitments and may miss some of the course, will I still be able to complete the course? What clothing will I need to bring to the training? I don’t have a personal flotation device, will you provide one? I’ve ... Read More
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