New Jersey Boating Safety Courses—Prefer a Classroom Option?

As of June 1, 2009, ALL operators of powered vessels, REGARDLESS OF AGE, will be required to possess a boating safety education certificate in order to legally operate in New Jersey. Even if you don’t own a boat, but simply operate a boat belonging to a relative or a friend, you must have a boat safety education certificate (also known as a boat license).

New Jersey Boating Safety Classes

Boating Course Provider	Website
Think Boating Safety	Visit www.thinkboatingsafety.com
NJ Boat Safety	Visit www.njboatsafety.com
Coast Boating School	Visit www.coastboatingschool.com

These boating class providers offer instruction throughout New Jersey for those who prefer a classroom setting. The boating courses satisfy the education needs of boaters and personal watercraft (PWC) operators, providing a solid overview of boat and PWC operation and meeting requirements for boating safety education certification as established by New Jersey law.

These safe boating courses:

Satisfy New Jersey State Police (NJSP) requirements for boat safety education;
Are approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA);
Are recognized by the US Coast Guard.

Once you complete a boater safety course and pass your written exam, you will receive the NJ Boating Safety Education Certificate that is required by law.

By completing a boating course, you also help make New Jersey a safer place to boat. And, since many boat insurance providers offer discounts for completing a boater education course, you could reduce your PWC or boat insurance premiums by up to 10% to 25% annually. Keep in mind that the potential boat insurance discount amounts and eligibility requirements will vary by agency. Contact your insurance agent, and see how much your marine insurance savings might be.

What's the difference between a boating license and a boating safety education certificate?

What it's called depends on your state, but it represents the same thing—proof of completion of an approved boater education course. Most boaters don't know the exact name of the official certification for their state, so they commonly refer to it as a boating license.