Kentucky Boat Course

Complete this course to get your Kentucky boater education card that is good for life! All boaters between 12 to 17 years old are required to have a Kentucky boater education card to operate a motorized vessel in Kentucky above 10 horsepower.

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Approved by Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources

There is no minimum age to take the course and you do not need to be a resident of the state. Pass the course and be certified for life!

You are just three steps away from getting a license

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State-accredited online course for all ages

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Print temporary license and start boating!

FAQs

Course

Is it mandatory to complete a boat course in Kentucky to drive a boat?

For persons ages between 12 and 17 Kentucky law requires them to take a boat safety education for unaccompanied operators of motorized vessels over 10 horsepower.

Are there any age or operator restrictions for driving a boat in Kentucky?

No minimum age required to take this online course.

Are senior citizens exempt from obtaining their boater education card?

No. Everyone who wants to operate a watercraft must under go boater safety course.

What is the minimum age to take this course?

No, there is no minimum age to take this course

How long will it take to complete the Kentucky boater education course?

The course takes a minimum of 3 hours

Do I have to complete the course in one sitting?

No, you can do it over one sitting or as many sittings as you would like

Do I need to be a resident of Kentucky to take this course?

No, you do not need to be a resident of Kentucky to take this course

I failed a chapter quiz. Did I fail the Kentucky boater education course?

No, you did not fail the course and need to try again

What score do I need to pass chapter quizzes?

You need to score 80.00% to pass chapter quizzes

How many questions are there on the exam?

The final exam has 60 questions.

What score do I need to pass the final online exam?

You need to score 80.00% to pass the final online exam

Do you have practice questions before taking the official exam?

There are quizzes at the end of each chapter in the boater education course

Is it an open book exam?

No, it is not an open book exam

Do I have take the course before I write the exam?

Yes, you must pass the course before taking the exam

Do you have a soft copy of the materials so I can review it offline?

No, we do not the materials available offline

Is there a practical exam before I can start driving a boat or I just need the boater's education card?

Yes, you must pass (the course and) the exam before you can drive a boat

Does passing the boater education course give me a foundation to take other boating courses?

Yes, the boater education course provides a foundation for other boating courses

Certification

Is it a boating safety license?

It is called a boater's safety education certificate but can also be called a boating license.

How do I get my Kentucky boater card after completing the course?

Once you have passed the exam you can then print your boating certificate and start boating.

Your permanent boater's card will be mailed to you in 2 to 3 weeks.

How do I get my temporary certificate of completion?

You can print your temporary certificate from your dashboard after logging in

What is the proof of online course completion?

Once you pass and pay for the Kentucky boater course, you will be able to immediately print out the Certificate of Completion. This is your proof of online course completion. You can print the Certificate of Completion right then, and/or request that a PDF be emailed to you.

How long is the validity of my Kentucky boater education card?

The Kentucky boater education card is good for your lifetime

Will boaters who have previously taken a boating safety course be required to take another course or test?

No, if you took a boater education course in another state or in Canada, it will be recognized in Kentucky

Will I ever have to renew my Kentucky education card?

No, you do not need to renew your boater education card. It is good for life

Does my temporary certificate allow me to operate any boat?

You can use your temporary certificate for [60 days] to operate a personal watercraft, after which you are required to have your Kentucky boater education card

When do I need a boater education card?

For persons ages between 12 and 17 Kentucky law requires them to take a boat safety education for unaccompanied operators of motorized vessels over 10 horsepower.

Do I need proof of competency to operate a non-powered watercraft?

No, you do not need a proof of competency to operate a non-powered watercraft

What is acceptable proof of competency for non-residents?

Your boater education from another state or Canada is proof of competency

Is my boater education card revokable or suspendable?

Yes, your boater education card can be revokable and suspendable if laws are broken

What if I still have not received my boater education card after the expected date of delivery?

Please email us at [email protected]

Will there be a penalty for those who have a Kentucky boater education card, but do not carry it while boating?

Yes, there is a penalty for not carrying your Kentucky boater education card while boating

Course Accreditation

Is your Kentucky boater education course approved by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources?

Yes, our Kentucky boater education course is approved by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources

Is your Kentucky boater education course approved by NASBLA (National Association of State Boating Law Administrators)?

Yes, our Kentucky boater education course is approved by NASBLA

Is the Kentucky boater card accepted outside of the state?

For visting boaters, all US states, US territories, Canadian provinces, and Canadian territories will recognize boater eduation cards that meet NASBLA (National Association of State Boating Law Administrators) and Canadian Pleasure Craft Operator Cards that meet Transport Canada's requirements

How do I contact the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources?

The phone # is 502.892.4514 and the mailing address is 1 Sportsman's Lane, , Frankfort, Kentucky 40601

Price & Billing

What does the Kentucky boater education course cost?

The Kentucky boater education course costs $24.99

Is it safe to enter my credit card information?

Yes, our website is secure and it is safe to enter your credit card information

What other payment options do you have aside from debit/credit card?

Customers can using debit and credit. We do not accept Bitcoin or other digital currencies at this time

Is there an annual cost for the card?

No, there is no annual cost

How does the automatic time extension feature work?

The Kentucky boater course is valid for your lifetime from the time of registration and payment

What is your refund policy?

Please email us your issur or concern and we will review on a customer-by-customer basis

Do you have an affiliate network program?

Yes, we have an affiliate program where we reward referrals. Below is the link for more information and to sign up: https://www.shareasale.com/shareasale.cfm?merchantID=57099

Do you offer referrals or any promotions?

We offer referrals through our affiliate program (https://www.shareasale.com/shareasale.cfm?merchantID=57099). We may do promotions from time to time

Replacement Documents

How do I replace my temporary Kentucky online course completion document if I lost or damaged it?

You can re-print your temporary card after logging into your account, assuming you passed the course and exam

How do I replace my Kentucky boater card if I lost or damaged it?

Please email us at [email protected]

Account

How do I sign up?

Select a course and click the "Sign Up!" button

What if I forget my password?

On the Login screen, click "Lost Password?" and follow the steps

How can I change my user information?

Please email [email protected] or call 1.888.885.8830

If I log out, do I lose my progress?

No, you will not lose your progress

How many times can I log in and out of the course?

You can login as many times as you would like

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Can I access the course on my mobile device?

Yes, you can access the course on a mobile phone

Can I do part of the course on desktop and part on mobile?

Yes, you can access the course from a desktop, mobile phone or tablet

What happens if I lose my internet connection while taking the exam?

If you lose your internet connection, it will take you back to the point in the course you were currently at

Will this course run on any web browser?

Yes, the course will run on any web browser

What are the system requirements in order to take the exam online?

You can take the exam on any computer that has an internet connection and a browser

What is required to play the videos in the course?

There are no videos in the course

Moving to Kentucky

Do I need to pass a boating course when moving to Kentucky from another state?

You can use your boater's card from another state as long as it meets NASBLA requirements.

I have a boater card from another state. Will it be accepted in Kentucky?

All states, territories, and provinces will recognize boating education cards that meet NASBLA requirements in operating watercrafts.

How long can I drive a boat in Kentucky with my out of state boater card?

No limits on how long you can drive a boat in Kentucky as long as you have your boater's card with you on board.

Where can I get more boating related information for moving to Kentucky?

You can check Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Boating for more information.

General

I have a question that is not answered above. What do I do?

If you cannot find the answer to your question, please contact us directly at [email protected] or by phone @ 1.888.885.8830

What are your hours of operation?

Our hours of operation are 9am-midnight EST

Why should I choose BoatTests101.com?

We offer an official online boat course to get your boater card, which is accredited by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA), the US Coast Guard Auxiliary and the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources

Can I help to teach the boater education course?

Please email [email protected]

How can I apply to work at your company?

Please check out our job postings or email [email protected]