Persons completing the minimum eight hours of instruction and successfully completing the final examination will receive a State of Illinois Certificate of Competency and a graduate patch.

WHO MUST TAKE THE COURSE?

On January 1, 1978, a State law was passed that requires persons at least 12 years of age and less than 18 years of age may only operate a motorboat if:

*they have in possession a valid Boating Education Certificate of Competency issued by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Division of Education.

*or they are accompanied on the motorboat and under direct control of a parent of guardian, or a person at least 18 years of age designated by a parent or guardian

WHERE ARE COURSES AVAILABLE?

Many civic organizations, park districts, schools, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, U.S. Power Squadrons, along with other interest groups sponsor classes throughout the state.

WHY TAKE A BOATING SAFETY EDUCATION COURSE?

Throughout the year, many people operate motor-driven watercraft on the Illinois waters and many operate for the first time. So, we encourage people of all ages - both novice and experienced - to take the course. Each of us has the responsibility to keep this lifetime leisure activity free from tragedy and personal loss to ourselves and our fellow boaters. The Illinois Boating Education Course is offered with these objectives in mind.

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