Radio Operator's Program

A Marine Radio Operators’ Certificate of Proficiency is a prerequisite for all commercial qualifications and recreational qualifications of Yachtmaster and Rescue Boat Endorsement under the AYF scheme.  It is also required for all who use marine VHF and MF/HF radios and is strongly recommended for others pursuing recreational maritime activities.

This course aims to provide the knowledge and skills for candidates to achieve the MROCP issued by the Australian Communications Authority.  It also seeks to develop confidence and general competence in radio usage.  You will get the “Wet Papers”.

The course is conducted over 14 hours, usually three week day evenings following by the examination which takes approximately an hour.

Resources:       Radio Handbook

Provided:         Wet Papers Study Guide for Radio Operators

                        ACA brochures

Candidates will sit for the relevant examination provided by the Australian Communications Authority (ACA) at Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron.  The examination is assessed by the Australian Maritime College.