Operator Of Uninspected Passenger Vessel
Original Application 2023
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License Description
The OUPV license allows the transport of up to six passengers on an uninspected vessel.
Two licenses: OUPV Inland: Allows operation of an uninspected vessel carrying up to six passengers on inland waters only. Near Coastal: Allows operation of an uninspected vessel carrying up to six passengers up to 100 miles off shore.
Great Lakes Endorsement: If you have 90 days of your total sea time on the Great Lakes, you will be eligible for this endorsement
USGC Approved OUPV
All testing is completed with The Captain School. You DO NOT test with the Coast Guard
Certification
Upon successful completion (attendance and passing required exams), you will receive a diploma from The Captain School. Students send diploma and application to the U.S. Coast Guard REC, along with your USCG Application to receive your USCG License.
(You have up to 1 year to submit your application to the Coast Guard from the date on your diploma.)
Eligibility Requirements
USCG Application Age: 18 years old
Sea Experience
OUPV Inland 360 days* operating a small vessel 90 days of the 360 must be within the last 3 years. OUPV Near Coastal 360 days* operating a small vessel 90 days of the 360 must be upon near coastal waters beyond the Boundary Line. 90 days of the 360 must be within the last 3 years. * A “day” is defined as more than 4 hours away from the dock.
Course Schedule
Sept 25-Oct 3 Exam 5**Day Class
Oct 2-12 Exam 14 Night Class
Nov 6-16 Exam 18 Night Class
Dec 4-14 Exam 16 Night Class
(Night Classes M-F 6pm-10pm, Sat-Sun 8:30am-5:30pm, M-Thurs 6pm-10pm)
Oct 9-19 Exam 21
Nov 6-16 Exam 18
Dec 4-14 Exam 16
To sign up for classes in Orange Beach, AL please click on the boattutors link above and then the “Reserve your seat for the Captain School Orange Beach, AL” link from the menu. You can also call Captain Jack Sanzalone at (941) 268-6622 or email him at jack@boattutors.com
2023
Oct 9-21 Night Class
Nov 6-16 Night Class
Dec 4-12 Day Class
2024
Jan 8-20 Evening Class
Feb 19- Mar 2 Evening Class
Mar 18-30. Evening Class
Apr 15-27 Evening Class
May 13-23 Day Class
Jun 3-15 Evening Class
Jul 8-20 Evening Class
Aug 5-17 Evening Class
Sep 9-21 Evening Class
Oct 7-19 Evening Class
Nov 4-16 Evening Class
Dec 2-12 Day Class
Oct 30-Nov 9 Class is full
Nov 27-Dec 7
Call to schedule class 239-549-0271
OUPV SCHEDULE: Night Classes
MONDAY–FRIDAY 6PM-10PM
SAT & SUN 8:30AM-5:30PM
THE FOLLOWING WEEK IS
MONDAY-THURSDAY 6PM-10PM
AND TEST ON SATURDAY @ 8:30AM
OUPV SCHEDULE: Day Classes
Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30PM
OFF WEEKENDS
MON & TUES 8:30AM-5:30PM
EXAM THURSDAY @ 8:30AM