PER — Online registration

He Recreational Craft Skipper (PER) It is the most sought-after nautical qualification because it significantly expands the privileges of the Basic Navigation Certificate (PNB). It allows you to operate recreational vessels up to 15 meters in length and sail to 12 nautical miles from the coast, in addition to allowing navigation between the islands of the Balearic and Canary archipelagos. With additional practices, the powers are extended to 24 meters in length crossings between the Peninsula and the Balearic Islands. .

By purchasing this product you are making the online registration To obtain your PER (Recreational Skipper's License), our team will manage your registration, give you access to the training materials, and coordinate the necessary practical training. From the very beginning, you'll have access to guidance to help you prepare the theory, schedule your practical training, and stay informed about the exam schedule.

What's included in the purchase

With this registration you acquire everything you need to start the process of obtaining the PER:

• Theoretical training (in person or online) covering all topics of the official exam: nautical nomenclature, mooring and anchoring elements, safety at sea, navigation regulations (CORPEs), meteorology, nautical charts, etc.

• Safety and Navigation Practices of 16 hours These practices are mandatory. They are normally carried out over two 8-hour days and focus on maneuvers, safety, and coastal navigation, both day and night. .

• Short Range Radio Operator Course (ROCA) of 12 hours (4 hours of theory and 8 hours of practice). You will learn to operate radio equipment, make distress calls, and follow maritime communication protocols.

• Digital teaching materials and a test platform to practice the multiple-choice exam.

• Tutoring and personal support to resolve doubts and plan your studies.

• Administrative managementWe help you register for the exam and prepare the documentation for issuing the certificate.

Optional internshipsYou can add the sailing practice (16 hours) to enable sailing ships and the extension practice (24 hours) to navigate between the Peninsula and the Balearic Islands and to operate vessels up to 24 m. .

Requirements and medical certificate

To obtain the PER you must meet the following legal conditions:

• Minimum age of 18 years .

• Pass the official theory test, which consists of 45 multiple-choice questions with a maximum duration of 90 minutes; you need at least 32 correct answers to pass. .

• Complete the mandatory internships navigation and radio equipment mentioned above. .

• Submit a psychophysical fitness report (Medical examination) according to Royal Decree 875/2014. If you have a driving license renewed in the last 90 days, it can serve as a substitute; otherwise, we will indicate the approved centers for the examination.

How the process works

1. Shop online Enter this registration and you will receive a confirmation email with the steps to follow.

2. Access to the theoryWe will send you the teaching materials and the class schedule so you can choose between online or in-person options.

3. Internship ScheduleYou will coordinate with our team the dates for the safety and navigation practicals (16 hours) and the radio course (12 hours). These practicals can be done before or after the theory exam.

4. Exam preparationYou will use our testing and tutoring platform to practice. When you feel ready, we will help you register for the official exam.

5. Taking the theoretical examYou will have to answer 45 questions in 90 minutes. .

6. Expansion optionsIf you wish to sail or sail to the Balearic Islands and in boats up to 24 m, you can hire the optional sailing practice (16 h) and extension (24 h). .

Important information

• Basic responsibilitiesThe PER (Recreational Skipper's License) authorizes the operation of recreational motorboats up to 15 m in length and navigation up to 12 miles from the coast, including navigation between the islands of the Balearic and Canary archipelagos.

• Additional powersIf you complete the additional sailing and navigation training, you will be able to captain boats up to 24m and sail between the Iberian Peninsula and the Balearic Islands. .

• Mandatory internshipsYou must complete 16 hours of safety and navigation training and 12 hours of radio training. .

• Exam and feesThe fees for the official exam and issuance of the certificate are not included in the tuition price. We will inform you of the updated amounts according to your region.

• Validity and renewalsThe PER title expires; you only need to renew the medical certificate, which is valid for 10 years.

• No previous titleYou do not need a Navigation License or a PNB to obtain the PER; you can access it directly as long as you meet the age and training requirements.

Useful links

If you wish to learn more about the official syllabus, qualifications, and current regulations for the PER (Recreational Skipper's License), please visit our school's information page: Complete information on the PER. There you will find details about each subject, sample exams and recommendations for preparing for the test.