Competent Cruising Crew (Level 2) Yachting New Zealand

Performing safety checks.
The correct procedure for use of VHF radio in an emergency
An understanding of a marine engine, carrying out pre-start motor checks and how to start and manoeuvre
Berthing and person overboard exercises under power and under sail
Hoisting and setting the jib/main, changing the headsail, tacking/gibing and sail trimming skills in all crew positions.
Helming a boat under instruction
Planning a voyage and use basic navigation skills
Experiencing a night sail (optional)
A range of anchoring techniques
Good boat keeping.
‘Rules of the Road’ on the water
Tow and row a dinghy safely including coming alongside and transferring passenger

Six-day sailing holiday. Three days with an instructor then three days sailing by yourselves and applying the knowledge.

Note: Practical on the water assessment during the course by your instructor