Table of Contents How many standard elements are needed to ensure that a course is complete?
EDU-1 identifies the skills a recreational boat operator should be able to perform at an entry-level. For one course to comply with the entire standard, it would need to deliver all the skills identified within the standard. However, there is no pre-determined number of courses that deliver all the skills within EDU-1. In fact, several different short courses could collectively comply with the full standard, even though each delivers only a subset of the skills identified within the standard. The number of courses or instructional experiences required to deliver the complete set of entry-level skills is a decision to be made by the education provider, based on unique situations, curriculum design, etc. For example:
• Time limitations may necessitate the design and delivery of an introductory course, in which case using a subset of the skills from the standard may be appropriate.
• An organization may require verification or certification of a specific course, which implies that all the skills identified in the standard may be needed to comply with that organization’s certification specifications.
• Additional skills or learning experiences beyond the scope of the standard may be needed to obtain a particular certification.
Can the standard elements be edited or changed?
EDU-1 was designed to fit within a particular set of parameters such as boat size and wind/water conditions. When designing instruction that fits these parameters, the elements should remain intact and unchanged. However, a course or program can be delivered so that it exceeds the levels of proficiency identified within EDU-1. In these situations, EDU-1 remains the same, and the course changes to exceed EDU-1. Take appropriate precautions to ensure a safe learning environment and experience.
Can more skills than are currently in EDU-1 be included in a course?
Yes. EDU-1 contains the fundamental set of skills associated with safe recreational powerboat operation at the entry level, as agreed to by experts looking at a national level. Other skills not contained within the standard might be relevant to a specific location or learning environment and impact safe boat operation. If these additional skills are relevant and important, they should be added to the program.
This Technical Support Document was produced in part through USCG grant funds to develop National On-Water Skills Standards. 9 ©2022 United States Sailing Association. Facilitated by Think First Serve.
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