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ABYC Certification
When boaters want someone they can really trust, ABYC Certified Techs stand out. The certification shows they’ve got the skills and know-how to keep things safe and running smoothly.
ABYC Certification Highlights
- Nationally accredited program
- Certifications in Marine Systems, Marine Electrical, Marine Corrosion, Marine Engines and Fuel Systems, ABYC Standards, and Advanced Electrical.
- Master Technician or Master Advisor designation for those with 3+ certifications*
*The Service Management Certification and USCG Recreational Boat Regulatory Specialist Certification do not qualify as a certification towards a Master Technician or Master Advisor status.
Join over 4,500 marine technicians who have stamped their commitment to safety with ABYC’s Certification.
Already certified? Thank you for everything you do to keep boating safe, reliable, and enjoyable. Click here for information on how to recertify when it’s time.
For Businesses: Commit to Excellence
In the marine industry, the strength of your business is often measured by the skills of your technicians. Solidify your position as a trusted leader in boat service and repair.
- Demonstrated Commitment to Industry Standards
- Enhanced Credibility
- Increase Customer Loyalty
For Individuals: Do Your Work to the Standards
Stand Out with ABYC Certification. Deliver peace of mind to every boater by maintaining the highest levels of safety, reliability, and performance on the water
- Continuous Learning
- Gain Industry Credibility
- Boost Your Career
Professional Certifications Include:
How to become ABYC Certified
Classes are taught by industry professionals/ABYC Certified Technicians and held around the world and online. ABYC Certifications are verified by the third party NOCTI Business Solutions, ensuring relevance and value. Exams are all multiple-choice questions measuring your knowledge in different areas. Upon passing, certifications are active for 5 years.
Recertification
To maintain your ABYC Professional Certification you must take the shorter recertification exam and fulfill a CEU requirement. Recertification is a simple process that maintains your educational standing in the industry.
On-site Courses
ABYC Business members can choose to host its own in-person or virtual class. Businesses can host the location and fill the course with their own attendees for a set price to ABYC, which includes the study guides, exams and a dedicated instructor.
Certification Designations
ABYC recognizes that many different types of marine industry professionals desire ABYC professional certifications, however not all of those individuals are physically working on boats. Many are in an advisory or consulting position and have a need for the same type of knowledge, but lack the practical skills that are necessary by service and installation technicians. ABYC has created certification designations to better associate the type of work being done by the individual.
Advisor Certification
Designed for people who work within the marine service sector that desire an ABYC certification but do not physically work on boats performing repairs.
Examples: Marine surveyors, customer service representatives and engineering standards compliance specialists.
- Requirements for initial certification: Passing score on certification exam
- Requirements for re-certification: Passing score on re-certification exam + 10 CEUs
- Certifications are valid for 5 years
Technician Certification
Technician certification is the means by which the ABYC and the general public identify those that are actually certified to perform trouble-shooting, repairs and equipment installations on boats.
Examples: Technicians, installers.
- Requirements for initial certification: Passing score on certification exam + 2 years of work experience.
- Requirements for re-certification: Passing score on re-certification exam + 10 CEUs
- Certifications are valid for 5 years
NOCTI Collaboration:
Third-Party Validation
Our collaboration with NOCTI underscores the authenticity and rigor of the ABYC Professional Certification Program. Renowned for its commitment to high-quality assessment and validation services, NOCTI’s third-party validation provides an added layer of credibility to our certifications, emphasizing the program’s alignment with the highest industry benchmarks.