Program

New Hampshire

The BoatUS Foundation's Online Course is NOT Approved by the New Hampshire Department of Safety to satisfy the mandatory education requirements for boaters wishing to operate a boat or PWC powered by an engine of 25 hp or more.

The courses below can be used as a refresher or study guide for an in person class or proctored exam. They can also qualify you for a premium discount on your BoatUS insurance policy.

How It Works

Education Requirements

How To Get Started:

First, Click Education Requirements above to verify state requirements and then click Certificate/Card Info to learn what options are available for your state.

For a brief tutorial and getting familiar with our new system click here.

Education Requirements:

Age Requirements:

As of January 1, 2008, New Hampshire requires that all boat operators take and successfully pass a boating safety course approved by the New Hampshire Marine Patrol or a NASBLA approved course. Only approved courses will supply an official New Hampshire Safe Boater Education Certificate issued by the New Hampshire Department of Safety.

As of January 1, 2007, the state of New Hampshire and on-water enforcement officers no longer recognize internet boating safety course certificates as proof of boater education. Only approved, proctored classroom courses qualify to meet the New Hampshire boater education requirements.

Operator Restrictions:

New Hampshire has the following age and horsepower (hp.) restrictions:

A vessel powered by a motor of 25 hp. or less may be operated by a person of any age.
Operators are not required to possess a Safe Boater Education Certificate.
No one under 16 years of age may operate a ski-craft or personal watercraft in New Hampshire.
Boaters under 16 years of age are also prohibited from operating a boat with a motor greater than 25 hp., unless they are accompanied by an adult that is at least 18 years of age and who also possesses a Safe Boater Education Certificate.
A person 16 years of age or older may operate alone only if he or she has obtained their Safe Boater Education Certificate according to the schedule.

How Do I Get My Florida Card?

After you complete the course you will be issued a paper copy of your Certificate of Completion. This certificate can be used immediatly after you complete the course.

But What About the Card?

Your permanent Boater Education ID Card will be mailed to you by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission within 3-4 weeks.

Records are sent to the state automatically every day. Make sure that you type your name as you want it to show on your certificate along with a correct mailing address so you will receive your card in a timely fashion.

If you do not receive your card after 4 weeks, contact the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission at 850-488-5600.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

620 S. Meridian Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1600

Learn More at Ask FWC →

If Your Card Has Been Lost or Damaged:

If you need to order a replacement card, contact the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission at 850-488-5600.

Or visit their website at myfwc.com →

If you need another copy of your paper certificate, just login to your account and reprint your certificate from the link under the calendar on the My Account screen

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If you took the course before August 1, 2010, to re-print your certificate at any time, follow these steps:

Click on the course you originally took below. (If you cannot remember which course you took please call us at 800-245-2628)
Enter you email address and first name (make sure you enter the email you used when you registered with the course originally).
Click Get Previous Certificate and follow the prompts

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Below are some common questions asked about our FREE boating safety course.

How much does the course cost?
The BoatU.S. Foundation is a free NASBLA approved course. When you finish, you can print your certificate on your own printer or order a printed paper certificate($5) or plastic card($10) for a fee. Some states will charge additional fees to issue you a permanent state ID verifying completion of a boating safety course. Be sure to read your state's Mandatory Eduation Requirements for more information.
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How do I print my certificate?
Figure A.
Figure B.
Instructions for Users With a Printer:
1. Once you have completed all included lessons for a course you will be awarded a certificate of completion (if applicable) which you can print yourself from your My Account screen. It will appear on the left under the calendar as shown in the image (Figure A) above.
2. Click on your state name to bring up your printing options (Figure B). To print a paper copy of your certificate click "Print Certificate".
3. After you choose "Print Certificate", a separate window will pop-up and you may briefly see the certificate before it moves off screen and your print dialog appears. Then select your printer from the list and click OK. Do not assume that your certificate won't print just because you can't see it.
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How long is my certificate valid?
Your boating safety certificate will never expire. It is valid for life.
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I took the course a while ago, how do I re-print my certificate?
If you took the course prior to August 1, 2010, to re-print your certificate at any time, follow these steps:
1. Click on the course you originally took below. (If you cannot remember which course you took please call us at 800-245-2628)
2. Enter you email address and first name (make sure you enter the email you used when you registered with the course originally).
3. Click Get Previous Certificate and follow the prompts
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If you took the course after August 1, 2010, to re-print your certificate at any time, follow these steps:
1. Return to the BoatUS Foundation ELearning Center at https://elearning.boatus.org/.
2. Enter you username and password. Once you have logged in your certificate will be located in your My Account on the left side underneath the calendar.
3. Click on your states name and select a print option.
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To view the complete list of questions visit:
www.boatus.org/courses/faq/

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Need Help? Contact us!

Most Questions Can Be Answered Through Our FAQs Page.

Call or Email the BoatUS Foundation about our boating safety course or about course questions.

Feel free to call or email if you ever need help while you are taking the course.

Send an email to SmartBoating@BoatUS.com
Or call us Toll Free at 1-800-245-2628
Mon - Fri: 9_AM - 5_PM Eastern Time

Course Information:

4 - 8 Hours

Estimated Course Time

6 Lessons

Each Contains a 10 Question Quiz

Final Exam

75 Questions Pulled Randomly

Complete the Course at Your Own Pace

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Complete the Course in Three Easy Steps:

Enroll yourself in a Boating Safety Course from the Course Catalog

Study and pass the FREE Boating Safety Course.

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