The BOATsmart! North Carolina Course includes all of the knowledge required to pass the Official North Carolina Test and obtain your North Carolina Boater Education Card. When completing the online boating course you’ll learn everything you need to:

• Understand boating safety basics and terminology
• Understand the Rules and Regulations that govern America’s waterways
• Equip your boat with the right equipment
• Properly maintain your boat and its equipment
• Share the waterways and operate your boat in a safe and responsible manner
• Have confidence when navigating amongst other boat traffic during the day or night
• Be able to recognize different marker buoys and navigate using them
• Know how to respond in emergency situations