Education

Classes

  • CAPCA members must log in to register at the discounted price for members. (Some classes might not offer a member discount.)
  • Only online registrations will be accepted at www.capca.net/classes
    Space is often limited. No walk-ins will be accepted.
  • No refunds after the registration cut-off date.  
  • Refund requests must be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
  • 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.

October 29, 2022 - Sign in 0730-0759. Class time 0800 to 1600. Exam starts approx. 1600.

Location: Annapolis Elk's Lodge, 2 Pythian Drive, Annapolis, MD  21037

Cost: CAPCA Members $170; all others $210.

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 10-29-2022 7:30 am
Event End Date 10-29-2022 5:30 pm
Cut off date 10-14-2022 3:00 pm
Capacity 20
Registered 7
Available places 13
Individual Price CAPCA members $170. All others $210.

We are no longer accepting registration for this event

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
Cut off date 03-11-2023 11:00 pm
Capacity 20
Registered 9
Available places 11
Individual Price CAPCA members $200. All others $240.

We are no longer accepting registration for this event

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
Cut off date 04-06-2023 11:55 pm
Capacity 20
Registered 6
Available places 14
Individual Price $195 for CAPCA members; $210 for non-members

We are no longer accepting registration for this event

FREE

ZOOM WEBINAR

Open to the Public

Weather Routing for Passages & Deliveries

Monday, May 8, 2023

7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Register in advance for this webinar:

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_k_SpMokHQye2DSBywzK8fQ

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

TOPICS:

Overview of PredictWind

PredictWind & Offshore Apps

Weather Models We Use and Why

Tools: Departure Planning, Weather Routing

Set-up for Weather Routing

Downloads in the Offshore App

 

Event Date 05-08-2023 6:45 pm
Event End Date 05-08-2023 9:00 pm
Cut off date 05-08-2023 7:00 pm
Capacity Unlimited
Individual Price Free
CPR, AED and First Aid for Boaters 11-04-23

CPR/AED & First Aid for Boaters

Date: November 4, 2023

Time: 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.

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 4.

Event Date 11-04-2023 8:00 am
Event End Date 11-04-2023 5:00 pm
Cut off date 10-28-2023 11:55 pm
Capacity 24
Registered 10
Available places 14
Individual Price CAPCA & SBYC Members $100. All others $115

We are no longer accepting registration for this event