SisterShip Training · Learn with Jackie and Noel
Online Marine Radio Course and Assessment
SROCP for VHF · LROCP for VHF, MF and HF
Learn at your own pace, practise the questions and complete your assessment online with Jackie or Noel. Get help with the parts you find difficult and prepare to use your radio with confidence.
$59 course + $99 assessment + $108 OMC fee = $266 AUD.
The OMC application fee is paid separately. Optional private assessment costs extra.
From a marine radio student
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“Their online course is sensational”
“I would like to thank Jackie at SisterShip training for the radio course I have just completed. Their online course is sensational,I have been boating for many years and learnt a lot .So easy to follow at your own pace. I highly recommend anyone with a marine radio should enroll”
Know the full cost before you book
Online course
$59
Self-paced videos, practice questions and support with your preparation.
Online assessment
$99
We usually hold assessments weekly, with Jackie or Noel. Includes the radio procedures practical and written examination.
OMC application fee
$108
Paid separately to the Office of Maritime Communications.
The same course and assessment prices apply to SROCP and LROCP.
If scheduled dates do not suit, a private assessment may be arranged for an additional $39, subject to availability. The total with this option is $305 AUD. Email us with two or three suitable dates and times.
Which marine radio certificate do you need?
Short range
SROCP · VHF
Short Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency.
Choose this option when you want training and assessment for VHF marine radio operation.
Long range
LROCP · VHF, MF and HF
Long Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency.
Choose this option when you also want the MF/HF component for long-range radio communication.
Unsure which to choose? Tell us which radio you have and how you plan to use it. We can help you decide before you book.
Practical knowledge, with someone to ask
What you will learn
- Routine calls, radio channels and the phonetic alphabet.
- Distress, urgency and safety communications.
- Digital Selective Calling (DSC) and emergency equipment.
- Radio limitations, basic care and fault finding.
- MF/HF operation when preparing for LROCP.
Support from experienced sailors
Jackie and Noel bring decades of cruising experience and more than 20 years of using and teaching marine radio.
Short lessons and practice questions let you work steadily through the material. If something does not make sense, ask us. Revision before your assessment gives you time to clarify questions.
More from our marine radio students
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“Hands down, a great course with excellent support from Jackie throughout the entire process. I highly recommend it!”
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“A very easy to understand course well set out and user friendly.”
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“A very well organised training and testing process. Thank you Jackie!”
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“Sister ship training has been a wonderful way for me to prepare for our boating adventure. Jackie is super helpful, promptly helped me with any trouble-shooting with the tech and is a quiet inspiration to any woman hoping to take to the sea.”
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“Jackie was very easy & informative to deal with.”
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“Very knowledgeable and capable trainers. Thank you”
From enrolment to assessment
- Enrol online. Access the course and work through the lessons at your own pace.
- Practise and ask questions. Use the quizzes and contact us when you need help.
- Book your assessment. Select SROCP or LROCP and a suitable online session.
- Send your details promptly. Follow the booking email so your examination can be arranged.
- Meet Jackie or Noel online. Complete the practical radio procedures assessment and written examination.
- Complete the certificate application. Follow the OMC instructions and pay its separate application fee.
Before you book
Are the course and assessment both online?
Yes. Study independently through the online course, then attend a live assessment by video call. Your booking confirmation includes joining instructions.
What do I need for the assessment?
A reliable internet connection, a device suitable for a video call with working camera and microphone, and a quiet place to sit the examination. Check your assessment email for the full requirements and contact us before the session if anything is unclear.
How often do you hold assessments?
We usually hold assessments weekly. Check the booking page for available dates and times.
When do assessment bookings close?
Bookings close at midday three business days before the session. Send all the requested candidate details immediately after booking so the examination can be set up in time.
Can I arrange another assessment time?
A private session may be arranged for an additional $39, subject to availability. Email support@sistershiptraining.com with two or three suitable dates and times.
Can I study from overseas?
The learning is online. Before booking an assessment from overseas, contact us to check the arrangements and session time. If you need the certificate for another country or a particular vessel, confirm acceptance with the relevant authority.
Is an MMSI application included?
An MMSI application is a separate step. If you need an MMSI for your vessel or equipment, check the current application requirements with AMSA.
Ready to get started?
Begin with the online course, or book an assessment if you are ready.
Questions? Call 0458 391 660 or email jackie@sistershiptraining.com.
Course fees, assessment fees and the OMC fee are separate payments. Completing the online course alone does not award the certificate.