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Online boater safety course options can be confusing. Certified Boater offers a NASBLA-approved online boater safety course. NASBLA standards are used by state boating agencies, and align with boating safety guidance published by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Our online boater safety course explain boating laws, safety rules, navigation basics, and real-world scenarios in plain language, with a focus on helping new boaters, parents, and teens understand what’s required before getting on the water. We cover common questions like who needs a boater safety course, how long it takes, what the rules mean in real life, and how to operate safely and responsibly.
This course is designed to help you:
- Understand boating safety requirements by state
- Learn how navigation rules apply on the water
- Prepare for an online boater safety course
- Recieve your state boater license
Certified boater Approved states
Florida
Course approved by the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
California
Course approved by the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways
South Carolina
Course approved by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
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Alabama
Alabama Offers scenic rivers, lakes, and Gulf Coast waters ideal for recreational boating.
Alaska
Alaska Features vast coastal waters and inland waterways popular for boating adventures.
Arizona
Arizona Known for desert lakes and reservoirs that provide excellent boating opportunities.
New Hampshire
New Hampshire Features scenic lakes and rivers well suited for boating.
Colorado
Colorado Offers mountain lakes and reservoirs popular for seasonal boating activities.
Connecticut
Connecticut Features coastal waters, rivers, and lakes suited for recreational boating.
Delaware
Delaware Offers bays, coastal waters, and inland waterways ideal for boating recreation.
Arkansas
Arkansas Home to clear lakes and winding rivers perfect for recreational boating.
Georgia
Georgia Features lakes, rivers, and coastal waters well suited for recreational boating.
Hawaii
Hawaii Offers Pacific coastal waters perfect for boating and ocean recreation.
Idaho
Idaho Known for scenic lakes and rivers that support boating activities.
Illinois
Illinois Offers major rivers and lakes that support a variety of boating activities.
Indiana
Indiana Features inland lakes and rivers popular for recreational boating.
Iowa
Iowa Home to lakes and rivers suitable for seasonal boating activities.
Kansas
Kansas Offers reservoirs and lakes that provide enjoyable boating experiences.
Kentucky
Kentucky Known for large lakes and winding rivers ideal for boating recreation.
Maryland
Maryland Known for Chesapeake Bay and waterways ideal for boating recreation.
Massachusetts
Massachusetts Features Atlantic coastline and inland lakes suited for boating.
Michigan
Michigan Surrounded by the Great Lakes with abundant inland lakes for boating.
Minnesota
Minnesota Known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes with abundant boating destinations.
New Mexico
New Mexico Known for reservoirs and lakes that provide seasonal boating opportunities.
Montana
Montana Known for pristine lakes and rivers ideal for seasonal boating.
Nebraska
Nebraska Offers reservoirs and lakes that support recreational boating activities.
Nevada
Nevada Home to desert reservoirs and lakes popular for boating recreation.
New Jersey
New Jersey Offers coastal waters, bays, and inland lakes for boating enthusiasts.
North Carolina
North Carolina Known for coastal sounds, lakes, and rivers popular with boaters.
Mississippi
Mississippi Offers rivers, reservoirs, and coastal waters for recreational boating.
Ohio
Ohio Offers Great Lakes shoreline and inland lakes suitable for boating recreation.
North Dakota
North Dakota Offers lakes and reservoirs suitable for recreational boating.
Rhode Island
Rhode Island Offers Atlantic coastal waters and bays ideal for boating recreation.
Oklahoma
Oklahoma Features reservoirs and rivers ideal for recreational boating.
Oregon
Oregon Known for scenic rivers, lakes, and Pacific coastal boating.
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Features scenic lakes and rivers supporting seasonal boating activities.
New York
New York Provides access to lakes, rivers, and coastal waters for diverse boating experiences.
South Dakota
South Dakota Features reservoirs and lakes suitable for seasonal boating activities.
Tennessee
Tennessee Offers large reservoirs and rivers ideal for recreational boating.
Texas
Texas Provides large reservoirs, rivers, and Gulf Coast access for boating enthusiasts.
Utah
Utah Known for scenic reservoirs and lakes popular for boating.
Virginia
Virginia Offers coastal waters, bays, and inland lakes for boating activities.
Virgin islands
U.S. Virgin Islands Features clear Caribbean coastal waters ideal for year-round boating recreation.
Washington
Washington Known for Puget Sound, coastal waters, and scenic lakes for boating.
West Virginia
West Virginia Features rivers and lakes ideal for seasonal boating recreation.
Wyoming
Wyoming Known for mountain lakes and reservoirs that support recreational boating.
District of Columbia
District of Columbia Offers access to the Potomac River and nearby waterways for recreational boating.
Your Path to Safe & Legal Boating
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State-Approved Certification
Complete a boating safety course that meets your state’s requirements and receive your official Boater Education Certificate.
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Fully Online & Self-Paced
Study on your schedule from any device. Start and stop anytime.
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Fast & Simple Process
Register in minutes. Finish the course at your own pace. Get your certificate when you pass.
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Built for Real-World Safety
Learn the rules of the water, navigation basics, and how to avoid accidents.
The Pathway to Safe and Certified Boating
Register
5 Minutes
Complete the Course
3 Hours
Instant Certificate
1 Minutes
Go Boating
Instantly
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It’s a temporary proof of competency that confirms you’ve successfully completed and passed a boater education course.
Your boater license is valid for life and renews automatically with your state driver’s license.
Get step-by-step guidance on planning your boating trip, from checking the weather to inspecting your boat and packing the right gear. Preparation is key to a safe and enjoyable experience.
Explore additional pages on our site for more FAQs, tips, and resources to support your boating education. Everything you need is right here at Certified Boater.
Certified State Boating Course
Certified Boater offers official boating safety courses approved by state boating agencies nationwide and recognized by the US Coast Guard.
