The ABYC Standards Certification course provides a comprehensive introduction to the standards that guide the best practices in the design, construction, installation, and maintenance of recreational boats. These standards are widely recognized across the marine industry and are routinely referenced by surveyors, builders, technicians, and insurance underwriters.

This one-week course focuses on how ABYC Standards are structured, how to navigate them efficiently, and how they are applied in the marine industry. Participants will learn to interpret standards related to vessel systems, boat safety, and construction, and to understand how these standards intersect with federal regulations and industry best practices.

This course is ideal for marine professionals seeking a strong foundation in ABYC Standards and prepares them to take the ABYC Standards certification exam, which will be administered at the conclusion of the class.

Price includes a Study Guide: The study guide will be mailed to you. This guide is essential for following the course instruction and preparing for the certification exam. Participants who register early will receive their study guide earlier, allowing more time to review the material before class. Registration will remain open until three days before the course begins; however, late registrants may not receive their study guide until shortly before or after the first class session.

One Certification Exam: This course ends with an in-person certification exam of about 134 questions, with a 3 hour time limit. You’ll need a laptop for the test. If you don’t have one, let us know ahead of time and we can provide one. 

The ABYC Marine Systems Certification course delivers an in-depth examination of the critical onboard systems that support the safe and reliable operation of recreational vessels. This course is widely regarded as a core credential for professionals who design, install, or repair boat systems.

Instruction covers water and sanitation systems, LPG systems, fuel systems, exhaust and ventilation systems, engine controls, HVAC, refrigeration, and more. Emphasis is placed on relevant ABYC Standards, design considerations, proper installation practices, and common deficiencies found on board boats.

The course concludes with participants taking the ABYC Marine Systems Certification exam.

Price includes a Study Guide: The study guide will be mailed to you. This guide is essential for following the course instruction and preparing for the certification exam. Participants who register early will receive their study guide earlier, allowing more time to review the material before class. Registration will remain open until three days before the course begins; however, late registrants may not receive their study guide until shortly before or after the first class session.

One Certification Exam: This course ends with an in-person certification exam of about 213 questions, with a 3.5-hour time limit. You’ll need a laptop for the test. If you don’t have one, let us know ahead of time and we can provide one. 

The ABYC Marine Electrical Certification course provides comprehensive training in the design, installation, and inspection of marine electrical systems in accordance with ABYC Standards. Electrical systems remain one of the most technically demanding and safety-critical aspects of modern vessels, making this certification especially valuable across the marine trades.

This course covers both DC and AC electrical theory as applied to marine environments, including power distribution, overcurrent protection, grounding and bonding, shore power systems, batteries, inverters, chargers, and corrosion-related electrical issues. The instruction emphasizes a practical understanding of how systems function, how deficiencies are identified, and how compliance is evaluated. Ideal for marine electricians, repair technicians, and surveyors, this course equips participants with the knowledge required to work confidently with marine electrical systems and to meet professional and industry expectations.

The course culminates with participants taking the ABYC Marine Electrical Certification exam.

Price includes a Study Guide: The study guide will be mailed to you. This guide is essential for following the course instruction and preparing for the certification exam. Participants who register early will receive their study guide earlier, allowing more time to review the material before class. Registration will remain open until three days before the course begins; however, late registrants may not receive their study guide until shortly before or after the first class session.

One Certification Exam: This course ends with an in-person certification exam of about 204 questions, with a 3.5-hour time limit. You’ll need a laptop for the test. If you don’t have one, let us know ahead of time and we can provide one.