MCC Offers Two Certification Courses in Time for Boating Season
Manchester, Conn. (May 19, 2016) – Manchester Community College’s Continuing Education division offers two options for obtaining the Connecticut Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation, which covers the operation of both boats and personal watercraft. The certificate is a one-time, life-time certification.
One option is an inexpensive four-session, evening course, taught by the Connecticut State Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Boating Division.
The fee for Option 1 is $25.
- CRN 20665, 2 Mondays and 2 Wednesdays, June 6-15, 7-9:30 p.m., SSC Room L240
- CRN 20666, 2 Mondays and 2 Wednesdays, July 11-20, 7-9:30 p.m., SSC Room L240
- CRN 20667, 2 Mondays and 2 Wednesdays, August 8-17, 7-9:30 p.m., SSC Room L240
The other option offers the convenience of a one-day course with the same content offered by Professional Marine Education. Please note that this option carries a higher course fee: $85.
- CRN 20668, 1 Saturday, June 11, 8:30 AM-4:30 p.m., AST Room C209
- CRN 20669, 1 Saturday, July 16, 8:30 AM-4:30 p.m., AST Room C209
- CRN 20670, 1 Saturday, August 13, 8:30 AM-4:30 p.m., AST Room C209
Both options include instruction in the newest requirement for towing skiers and tubes and operating recreational vessels up to 65 feet in length, including jet skis. An easy-to-understand instructional format is designed for students age 12 and over.
Each student should create an account online before the start of class at www.ct.wildlifelicense.com/internetsales.
Upon successful completion of the course, you can purchase and print your certificate online from home, or mail or deliver the diploma to any DEEP office. Students should obtain a State Conservation ID number online before the start of class. This process is free, and if you have a hunting or fishing license, then you already have a number. The website for obtaining a number is www.ct.wildlifelicense.com/internetsales. The DEEP license fee is $50.
To register for a boating safety course or other credit-free courses, call 860-512-3232. For more information or to request a credit-free catalog, call 860-512-2800. For a downloadable copy of the catalog, click on the link below:
