Sailor – Career Changer: Module 1

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
BMDV-recognized training program in 9 modules in accordance with BinSchPersV

After 90 days of sailing time – within the nine-month further training programme – and having successfully passed the IHK administrative examination, participants receive the entry ‘sailor’ or ‘boatman’ in their service record book from the Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration.

8.870,00€ – 12.478,00€

Sailor – Career Changer: Module 2

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
BMDV-recognized training program in 9 modules in accordance with BinSchPersV

After 90 days of sailing time – within the nine-month further training programme – and having successfully passed the IHK administrative examination, participants receive the entry ‘sailor’ or ‘boatman’ in their service record book from the Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration.

Since this course is divided into 9 modules, please click here to book tickets for this course.

Authority Licence/Certificate for Shipmasters

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland

Upon presentation of the authority patent/authority boatman certificate by the General Directorate for Waterways and Shipping (GDWS), you will be able to take on the responsible tasks of a skipper on board authority vehicles. You bear the main responsibility for your crew and for the safe nautical/technical use of the vehicle on the waterway.

1.102,52€ – 1.676,52€

Sailor – Career Changer: Module 3

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
BMDV-recognized training program in 9 modules in accordance with BinSchPersV

After 90 days of sailing time – within the nine-month further training programme – and having successfully passed the IHK administrative examination, participants receive the entry ‘sailor’ or ‘boatman’ in their service record book from the Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration.

Since this course is divided into 9 modules, please click here to book tickets for this course.

UBI Inland Radio (Compact)

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
VHF Radio Certificate for Inland Navigation (UBI)

With the UBI certificate, you are allowed to participate in inland waterway radio.

550,00€ – 632,00€

Radar Licence (Special Authorisation for Radar) – Combined Course

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
Theory and practice

As a holder of the special authorization for radar (formerly radar license), you can enhance your role as a vessel operator by conducting qualified and authorized radar-assisted voyages. This contributes to the economic success of your company by helping you meet loading and unloading deadlines, ensuring you remain a reliable partner for the dispatcher.

970,00€ – 1.216,00€

Sailor – Career Changer: Module 4

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
BMDV-recognized training program in 9 modules in accordance with BinSchPersV

After 90 days of sailing time – within the nine-month further training programme – and having successfully passed the IHK administrative examination, participants receive the entry ‘sailor’ or ‘boatman’ in their service record book from the Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration.

Since this course is divided into 9 modules, please click here to book tickets for this course.

Sailor – Career Changer: Module 5

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
BMDV-recognized training program in 9 modules in accordance with BinSchPersV

After 90 days of sailing time – within the nine-month further training programme – and having successfully passed the IHK administrative examination, participants receive the entry ‘sailor’ or ‘boatman’ in their service record book from the Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration.

Since this course is divided into 9 modules, please click here to book tickets for this course.

Radar Licence (Special Authorisation for Radar) – Compact Course

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
Preparation for Written Examination

As a holder of the special authorization for radar (formerly radar license), you can enhance your role as a vessel operator by conducting qualified and authorized radar-assisted voyages. This contributes to the economic success of your company by helping you meet loading and unloading deadlines, ensuring you remain a reliable partner for the dispatcher.

670,00€ – 752,00€

Radar Licence (Special Authorisation for Radar) – Combined Course

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
Theory and practice

As a holder of the special authorization for radar (formerly radar license), you can enhance your role as a vessel operator by conducting qualified and authorized radar-assisted voyages. This contributes to the economic success of your company by helping you meet loading and unloading deadlines, ensuring you remain a reliable partner for the dispatcher.

970,00€ – 1.216,00€

First Aid Course

In cooperation with HEAT Düsseldorf – flexibly available at all River Academy locations or as an in-house training

The first aid course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely perform life-saving emergency measures on board. It is designed for all crew members in inland navigation and forms part of the basic safety training programme.

148,00€ – 166,00€

Sailor – Career Changer: Module 6

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
BMDV-recognized training program in 9 modules in accordance with BinSchPersV

After 90 days of sailing time – within the nine-month further training programme – and having successfully passed the IHK administrative examination, participants receive the entry ‘sailor’ or ‘boatman’ in their service record book from the Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration.

Since this course is divided into 9 modules, please click here to book tickets for this course.

Sailor – Career Changer: Module 7

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
BMDV-recognized training program in 9 modules in accordance with BinSchPersV

After 90 days of sailing time – within the nine-month further training programme – and having successfully passed the IHK administrative examination, participants receive the entry ‘sailor’ or ‘boatman’ in their service record book from the Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration.

Since this course is divided into 9 modules, please click here to book tickets for this course.

Sailor – Career Changer: Module 8

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
BMDV-recognized training program in 9 modules in accordance with BinSchPersV

After 90 days of sailing time – within the nine-month further training programme – and having successfully passed the IHK administrative examination, participants receive the entry ‘sailor’ or ‘boatman’ in their service record book from the Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration.

Since this course is divided into 9 modules, please click here to book tickets for this course.

UBI Inland Radio (Compact)

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
VHF Radio Certificate for Inland Navigation (UBI)

With the UBI certificate, you are allowed to participate in inland waterway radio.

550,00€ – 632,00€

First Aid Course

In cooperation with HEAT Düsseldorf – flexibly available at all River Academy locations or as an in-house training

The first aid course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely perform life-saving emergency measures on board. It is designed for all crew members in inland navigation and forms part of the basic safety training programme.

166,00€ – 248,00€

Sailor – Career Changer: Module 9

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
BMDV-recognized training program in 9 modules in accordance with BinSchPersV

After 90 days of sailing time – within the nine-month further training programme – and having successfully passed the IHK administrative examination, participants receive the entry ‘sailor’ or ‘boatman’ in their service record book from the Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration.

Since this course is divided into 9 modules, please click here to book tickets for this course.

Radar Licence (Special Authorisation for Radar) – Compact Course

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
Preparation for Written Examination

As a holder of the special authorization for radar (formerly radar license), you can enhance your role as a vessel operator by conducting qualified and authorized radar-assisted voyages. This contributes to the economic success of your company by helping you meet loading and unloading deadlines, ensuring you remain a reliable partner for the dispatcher.

670,00€ – 752,00€

Radar Licence (Special Authorisation for Radar) – Combined Course

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
Theory and practice

As a holder of the special authorization for radar (formerly radar license), you can enhance your role as a vessel operator by conducting qualified and authorized radar-assisted voyages. This contributes to the economic success of your company by helping you meet loading and unloading deadlines, ensuring you remain a reliable partner for the dispatcher.

970,00€ – 1.216,00€

Radar Licence (Special Authorisation for Radar) – Combined Course

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
Theory and practice

As a holder of the special authorization for radar (formerly radar license), you can enhance your role as a vessel operator by conducting qualified and authorized radar-assisted voyages. This contributes to the economic success of your company by helping you meet loading and unloading deadlines, ensuring you remain a reliable partner for the dispatcher.

970,00€ – 1.216,00€

UBI Inland Radio (Compact)

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
VHF Radio Certificate for Inland Navigation (UBI)

With the UBI certificate, you are allowed to participate in inland waterway radio.

550,00€ – 632,00€

Sailor – Career Changer: Module 1

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
BMDV-Accredited Training Program in 9 Modules According to the BinSchPersV

Participants will receive the entry “Sailor” in their service record book from the Waterways and Shipping Administration after completing 90 days of onboard service within the nine-month training program and successfully passing the IHK administrative examination.

8.870,00€ – 12.478,00€

Radar Licence (Special Authorisation for Radar) – Compact Course

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
Preparation for Written Examination

As a holder of the special authorization for radar (formerly radar license), you can enhance your role as a vessel operator by conducting qualified and authorized radar-assisted voyages. This contributes to the economic success of your company by helping you meet loading and unloading deadlines, ensuring you remain a reliable partner for the dispatcher.

670,00€ – 752,00€

First Aid Course

In cooperation with HEAT Düsseldorf – flexibly available at all River Academy locations or as an in-house training

The first aid course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely perform life-saving emergency measures on board. It is designed for all crew members in inland navigation and forms part of the basic safety training programme.

166,00€ – 248,00€