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		Advanced Training for Junior Boatmasters	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Advanced Training for Junior Boatmasters
    
Through challenging scenarios, participants develop their safety awareness for routine operations on board. All simulated manoeuvres are carried out under realistic conditions and in accordance with the applicable regulations, ensuring that the safe application of the relevant legal requirements is not only practised but firmly reinforced.

	
				

			
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		644,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Advanced Training for Prospective Licence (Patent) Holders	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Advanced Training for Prospective Licence (Patent) Holders
    
Participants deepen their practical skills for continued safe operations on board. They apply regulations correctly and reinforce compliant behaviour. Continuous reflection on experience gained during operational duties is a key focus, allowing participants to develop their skills in a targeted way.

	
				

			
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		644,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            

	



            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Train the Leader – Leadership Training	


									


				

    	3-day intensive leadership workshop · Cologne or Samorin
    
The “Train the Leader” program develops essential leadership skills such as communication, decision-making, team empowerment, and change management.
Participants learn to lead with clarity, confidence, and impact while actively expanding their leadership role.
Practical exercises support immediate application and promote personal growth.

	
				

			
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		1.490,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		ADN Basic Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Kombination aus Beförderung von Trockengütern und Beförderung in Tankschiffen
    
You are able to assess transport-related hazards associated with dangerous goods and use your knowledge to reduce any potential incidents to a minimum.

	
				

			
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		760,00€ – 1.128,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Matrosin/Matrose – Career Changer: Module 5 (2026–2027)	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	BMDV-recognised advanced training programme in 9 modules in accordance with the BinSchPersV
    
As this programme is divided into 9 modules, please click here to book tickets for the course.


Participants receive the entry “Boatman (Matrosin/Matrose)” in their Service Record Book (Schifferdienstbuch) from the Waterways and Shipping Administration after completing 90 days of navigation time within the nine-month advanced training programme and successfully passing the IHK administrative examination.

	
				
			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Intensive Training for Licence Holders	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Intensive Training for Licence Holders
    
Through an intensive training programme, participants expand their knowledge and develop new skills for dealing with complex traffic situations. The continuous development of their competencies helps them meet professional challenges efficiently.

	
				

			
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		1.257,00€ – 1.349,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Competency Training for Steering Personnel	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Competency Training for Steering Personnel
    
The training concept gives steering personnel the opportunity to develop valuable vessel-handling skills. Step by step, participants can build their abilities and develop their potential to steer a vessel responsibly and in accordance with legal requirements.

	
				

			
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		1.697,00€ – 1.973,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Compact Training for Licence Holders	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Compact Training for Licence (Patent) Holders
    
As part of a systematic and compact training programme, participants develop their competencies and consolidate existing skills so that they can apply them effectively in complex traffic situations. The continuous development of professional knowledge helps them meet the responsibilities of vessel command.

	
				

			
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		644,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Compact Training for Steering Personnel	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Compact Training for Steering Personnel
    
During the training, challenging simulator scenarios are used to develop existing knowledge and skills that are directly relevant to everyday operations on board. A key aspect is ensuring that all manoeuvres are carried out in accordance with the applicable regulations in order to maintain both safety and compliance during routine operations.

	
				

			
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		644,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            

	



            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Ferry Boatmaster Certificate – Compact Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Qualification to operate ferries on inland waterways in Zones 3 and 4
    
Qualification:


Once the Ferry Boatmaster Certificate has been issued by the German Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration (GDWS), certificate holders are authorised to independently operate a ferry providing cross-river services on inland waterways in Zones 3 and 4. Obtaining this certificate therefore provides opportunities for professional advancement.


Target group:


This compact course offers employees of ferry operators an ideal opportunity to acquire new skills. The practice-oriented training opens up exciting career prospects and opportunities for personal development.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		1.257,00€ – 1.717,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Union Boatmaster Certificate – Combined Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Legal basis: BinSchPersV / Including professional knowledge for career changers
    
Our common goal is to provide compact, practice-oriented preparation for the GDWS examinations, laying the foundation for professional advancement to management level in inland navigation.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		2.424,00€ – 3.896,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Union Boatmaster Certificate – Compact Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Legal basis: BinSchPersV
    
Our common goal is to provide compact, practice-oriented preparation for the GDWS examinations, laying the foundation for professional advancement to management level in inland navigation.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		1.748,00€ – 2.576,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Maritime Waterways – Compact Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Legal basis: RheinSchPersV / BinSchPersV
    
The Union Boatmaster Certificate provides the basic qualification required to expand the areas in which a boatmaster may operate at management level by obtaining the additional qualification for Maritime Waterways.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		718,00€ – 994,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		ADN Basic Refresher Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Combined training for the carriage of dry cargo and the carriage of goods in tank vessels
    
You will continue to be able to assess potential risks associated with the transport of dangerous goods and minimise possible incidents.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		401,00€ – 493,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Passenger Shipping Safety Expert – Basic Course	


									


				

    	Obtaining the Passenger Shipping Safety Expert Certificate
    
After successfully passing the final examination, you will receive a Certificate of Specialised Knowledge for Passenger Shipping from the German Waterways and Shipping Administration, valid for five years. This qualification enables you to undertake important safety responsibilities on board your vessel.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		874,00€ – 1.150,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		ADN Advanced Gas Refresher Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Assessing risks associated with the transport of gases
    
You will be able to assess the risks associated with the transport of gases and apply your knowledge to minimise potential incidents.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		411,00€ – 503,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		ADN Advanced Gas Training Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Assessing risks associated with the transport of gases
    
You will be able to assess the risks associated with the transport of gases and apply your knowledge to minimise potential incidents.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		687,00€ – 963,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            

	



            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Rhine High-Risk Section – Compact Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Legal basis: RheinSchPersV / BinSchPersV
    
The Union Boatmaster Certificate provides the basic qualification required to expand the areas in which a boatmaster may operate at management level by obtaining the additional qualification for the Rhine High-Risk Section.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		718,00€ – 994,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		ADN Basic Training Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Combined training for the carriage of dry cargo and the carriage of goods in tank vessels
    
You will be able to assess the risks associated with the transport of dangerous goods and apply your knowledge to minimise potential incidents.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		760,00€ – 1.128,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            

	



            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Union Boatmaster Certificate – Compact Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	
    
Our common goal is to provide compact, practice-oriented preparation for the GDWS examinations, laying the foundation for professional advancement to management level in inland navigation.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		1.748,00€ – 2.576,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		ADN Basic Refresher Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Combined training for the carriage of dry cargo and the carriage of goods in tank vessels
    
You will continue to be able to assess potential risks associated with the transport of dangerous goods and minimise possible incidents.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		401,00€ – 493,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            

	



            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		ADN Advanced Chemicals Training Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Assessing transport risks associated with chemicals
    
You will be able to assess the risks associated with the transport of chemicals and apply your knowledge to minimise potential incidents.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		687,00€ – 963,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		ADN Advanced Chemicals Refresher Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Assessing transport risks associated with chemicals
    
You will continue to be able to assess potential risks associated with the transport of chemicals and minimise possible incidents.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		411,00€ – 503,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            
            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		ADN Basic Training Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Combined training for the carriage of dry cargo and the carriage of goods in tank vessels
    
You will be able to assess the risks associated with the transport of dangerous goods and apply your knowledge to minimise potential incidents.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
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		760,00€ – 1.128,00€	
	


			

		

	





                        
            

	



            


	

	



	

		

			

	



			


				

					

		
	

					

	
		Ferry Boatmaster Certificate – Compact Course	


					

	
		River Academy GmbH	
	
		Kölner Straße 265, Köln	
	

				


				

    	Qualification to operate ferries on inland waterways in Zones 3 and 4
    
Qualification:


Once the Ferry Boatmaster Certificate has been issued by the German Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration (GDWS), certificate holders are authorised to independently operate a ferry providing cross-river services on inland waterways in Zones 3 and 4. Obtaining this certificate therefore provides opportunities for professional advancement.


Target group:


This compact course offers employees of ferry operators an ideal opportunity to acquire new skills. The practice-oriented training opens up exciting career prospects and opportunities for personal development.


Important information regarding 2027 prices: Course prices for 2027 are expected to be adjusted. However, if you book at the currently advertised price, the price confirmed at the time of booking will remain valid.

	
				

			
			Book course		
			
		1.257,00€ – 1.717,00€