What is the PER Title and what boats can I take?

The PER degree is one of the most popular qualifications in the world of navigation. Many users ask us what title they need and in the end the decision lies in the boat you want to be able to steer.

If you are attracted to the world of navigation and would like to steer your own boat, you have probably already heard about the obligation to have a nautical license, but do you know what this permit entails? We tell you everything below.

What is the PER title for boats?

The PER or Recreational Boat Skipper title is the basic permit that you need to govern boats up to 15 meters in length and at a maximum distance of 12 miles from the coast. Its about most sought after nautical title. At Anclademia you can access our course per in Barcelona to get this title.

What boats can I take with the PER and what length?

Before obtaining any title, it is essential that you make sure which boats you can take, since the limitations are very strict and failure to comply will result in a penalty.

The PER title enables you to carry motor boats up to 15 meters in length and without power limit, and with the option of expanding the powers with complementary practices for expanding the PER.

• Yes, in addition to motor boats you want to govern sailboats, it is necessary that you carry out some complementary practices.
• If you carry out 24 hours of practice, which also includes 4 hours at night, the maximum permitted length increases to 24 meters, both for motor and sailing boats.

In addition, the PER enables you to drive all types of jet skis. If you want to know more about the powers of the PER, we will tell you more here.

Are there distance limitations when browsing with the PER?

Yes, with this title you will only be able to navigate in the area between the coast and an imaginary line drawn parallel to it. 12 miles away, as well as within the Canary and Balearic archipelagos, both during the day and at night.

What are the requirements to obtain the PER title?

To obtain the title of Recreational Boat Skipper you must meet a series of basic requirements:

• Coming of age: it is mandatory to be 18 years old when the theoretical exam of the PER.
• Medical examination: You must pass a psychophysical exam at an authorized center.
• Practices: The course includes a section of 16 hours of practice, with basic knowledge of safety and navigation.
• Radio- The title includes 12 hours of practical short-range radio operator training in a simulator.

How long does it take to obtain the PER?

It depends a lot on the time you can dedicate to studying, as well as whether you take the theoretical part in person or online. In general, and depending on dedication and if you combine the theoretical part with the mandatory practices, you could get it in a month.

How many people can I take on board with the PER?

According to current legislation, the maximum number of people who can sail on a recreational boat is 12, including crew, regardless of its length and whether it is a boat for private use or intended for rental. 

How much does it cost to get the PER?

The final price depends on the chosen modality and the number of hours of internship, but at Anclademia you can get the PER title from 480 euros, which include theoretical classes and supporting teaching material and 16 hours of practical classes on a motor boat.

What are the PER practices like?

The PER title consists of different types of practical training, both mandatory (essential to obtain the license) and voluntary (for sailing vessels or expansion of powers).

• motor boats: This is a 16-hour practical course, mandatory to obtain the title of Recreational Boat Skipper, in which you learn basic notions: anchoring, docking, steering the boat, etc. 
• Course short range radio operator: although it also consists of a small theoretical part, practice in an approved simulator is essential to learn to operate this equipment at sea.
• Practices of sailing qualification: optionally, and if you want to drive sailing boats, you have the option of doing 16 more hours of specific practices, which in our school include trips between islands in the Balearic Archipelago.

At Anclademia you can take sailing practices together with the rest of the syllabus necessary to obtain the PER or independently, if you already have the title and want to expand its powers.