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Classes
Courses will be listed when they are open for registration.
- CAPCA members must log in to register for members-only courses and also to register for public courses at the discounted price for members. Some courses may not offer a discount for members.
- Only online registrations will be accepted at www.capca.net/classes
Space is limited. No walk-ins will be accepted. - Reservations and payments - CAPCA uses PayPal for all payments. You’ll be automatically directed to the PayPal website whenever you click on a button that invites you to pay. You don’t have to have a PayPal account. You can enter your credit card information into the PayPal form each time you want to pay. However, if you sign up for a PayPal account, it’ll make future payments for membership renewal or course fees easier because PayPal will have your details on file. Setting up a secure account is FREE and easy. www.paypal.com/us
- No refunds unless space can be filled.
- If any refund is allowed, the request must be received via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 5 days before the class.
- Class cancellation - In the event of a cancellation (such as weather) you will receive an email and/or text message from the class coordinator
Captain’s License Renewal for OUPV and Master up to 100 tons
This is a license RENEWAL class. You must already hold a US Coast Guard license.
March 18, 2023 - Sign in 0730. Class time 0800 to 1600. Exam starts approx. 1600.
Location: Annapolis Elk's Lodge, 2 Pythian Drive, Annapolis, MD 21037
Cost: CAPCA Members $200; all others $240.
CAPCA MEMBERS MUST LOG IN TO THE MEMBER SIDE OF THE WEBSITE TO GET THE DISCOUNTED PRICE.
Course cost includes Instructor-led class, Student Guide, Examination, and Certificate of Completion.
This class is presented by the National Seafarers Academy (NATSEA) in conjunction with CAPCA.
Direct questions to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
| Event Date | 03-18-2023 7:30 am |
| Event End Date | 03-18-2023 5:30 pm |
| Capacity | 20 |
| Registered | 6 |
| Available places | 14 |
| Cut off date | 03-11-2023 6:00 pm |
| Individual Price | CAPCA members $200. All others $240. |
Saturday April 8, 2023 8 a.m to 4 p.m.
This one-day course is designed to show practical uses of marine Radar for Piloting, Chart Navigation and Collision Avoidance. Both professional Captains and recreational boaters will gain knowledge in practical Radar techniques using simple procedures.
Location: Annapolis Elk's Lodge, 2 Pythian Drive, Annapolis, MD 21037. Click Details button for map.
Cost: $195 for CAPCA members and $210 for non-members. CAPCA members must log in before registering to receive the discount.
This class is presented by the National Seafarers Academy (NATSEA) in conjunction with CAPCA.
| Event Date | 04-08-2023 8:00 am |
| Event End Date | 04-08-2023 4:00 pm |
| Capacity | 20 |
| Registered | 3 |
| Available places | 17 |
| Cut off date | 04-03-2023 11:55 pm |
| Individual Price | $195 for CAPCA members; $210 for non-members |
Saturday, April 15, 2023 - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Cost: $100 for CAPCA and SBYC members and their families; $115 for all others.
CAPCA MEMBERS MUST LOG IN TO THE MEMBER SIDE OF THE WEBSITE TO GET THE DISCOUNTED PRICE.
Location: Selby Bay Yacht Club, 1116 Turkey Point Rd. Edgewater, MD 21037
This one-day course is designed especially for boaters. The program is taught by American Heart Association Certified Instructors who are all experienced boaters.
Upon completion of the training, students will receive an American Heart Association Course Completion Card in CPR, AED & First Aid. This certification card has a two-year expiration date, and it is accepted by the USCG for captain’s license requirements.
An AHA-approved CPR face mask is required for this course. If you do not have one, a mask will be available for purchase at the class for $15.00.
Direct course questions to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
This class is presented by the Safety Institute of Maryland in conjunction with CAPCA.
| Event Date | 04-15-2023 8:00 am |
| Event End Date | 04-15-2023 5:00 pm |
| Capacity | 24 |
| Registered | 14 |
| Available places | 10 |
| Cut off date | 04-08-2023 11:00 pm |
| Individual Price | CAPCA & SBYC Members $100. All others $115 |