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Boater Education Card – Florida
- Florida State-Approved
- 100% Online
- Self-paced
- Certificate of Completion
- 3-6 hours (self-paced)
- N/A
$29.95
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What you'll learn
- Identify boat types, terminology, and required safety equipment
- Apply the navigation rules of the road and U.S. aids to navigation
- Operate safely, including PWC, towing, anchoring, and propeller awareness
- Respond to capsizing, falls overboard, cold water, fire, and other emergencies
- Understand your state's registration, boating-under-the-influence, and reporting laws
- Practice environmental responsibility and boating ethics
Who it's for
New and returning recreational boaters who need their Florida boater education card.
| State / Jurisdiction | Florida |
|---|---|
| Approving agency | Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) |
| Delivery | 100% Online |
| Format | Self-paced |
| Estimated duration | 3-6 hours (self-paced) |
| CE credit / hours | N/A |
| Level | Beginner |
| Language | English |
| Prerequisites | None |
Requirement details
Required for persons born on or after 1/1/1988 operating a vessel of 10+ hp. Earns the Boating Safety Education ID Card (does not expire).
Final approval, licensing, and acceptance of any certificate are determined solely by the applicable state agency. Requirements can change; verify current rules with the agency before enrolling.
Frequently asked questions
Who needs the Florida card?
People born on or after January 1, 1988 operating a vessel of 10+ hp.
Does the card expire?
No - the Boating Safety Education ID Card does not expire.
What must I carry?
The card plus a photo ID while operating.
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