ASA 101 Exam

MauritiusDiver · #1 (**permalink**) 07-31-2008

Is there a way to take just the exam portion of this certification, without having to do the actual class. My buddy can already sail and just needs the cert to show to a charter company. any suggestions.

arbarnhart · #2 (**permalink**) 07-31-2008

Has he explicitly contacted the charter company? I found out quite by accident that most don't require it if you can demonstrate competence.

capttb · #3 (**permalink**) 07-31-2008

Any ASA school will allow you to "challenge" the exam, you just take the test for a fee. I'd think most charter companies would like 101,103 & 104 certs (Bareboat) however if your friend has a sailing "resume" the charter company may be good with just that and a "check-out" by them.
Andy got here first, he must know how to type with more than 2 fingers.

montenido · #4 (**permalink**) 08-08-2008

I just finished the 101-103 5-day class. I also knew how to sail, but I found the class to be very confidence inspiring. Docking and anchoring on some else's boat is very worthwhile. All the rest was good also. I am now very confident with my wife and sons on board, if anything unexpected pops up. Good luck with the challenge.