Qualification - is the initial entry level of
demonstrated competence by a member to a program. A member qualifies
once they have completed all the initial tasks of an authorized
Auxiliary program. Initial Certification - is granted by the DirAux by signing off on the qualification letter, document or certificate. Certification indicates that the qualified member may now act in the program. DirAux also insures entry of this initial certification into the Auxmis System. Certification - members must perform certain tasks or actions to exhibit retention of the required knowledge and to continue to act in the program. A member must certify periodically (usually annually) to retain their status as an active participant. Re-certification - is defined as the process a member must follow to regain their certification if they have failed to perform all the certification requirements for a given period. |
Qualification
Type |
Initial Certification
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Instructor (IT)
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Pass open book exam with a three-hour time limit with a score of 90%
or better, and teach a minimum of 2 hours under the supervision
of a certified IT or Master Instructor
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Boat Crew Program
(Crewman and Coxswain)
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Successfully complete Boat Crew qualification requirements as
specified in the Auxiliary Boat Crew Training Manual.
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Coxswain
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Additionally, complete the NavRule Series 70 closed book exam plus
perform 28 underway hours. Or have a current Coast Guard
issued license, see
requirements to receive credit
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Marine Dealer Visitor - MDV
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Must take and pass the (open book 3 hr time limit) MDV qualification
examination with a score of 90% or better, and perform 2
successful visits under the supervisor of a Certified MDV.
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Vessel Examiner Program - VE
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Must take and pass the (open book 3 hr time limit) VE qualification
examination with a score of 90% or better, and perform 5 VSC's
on a recreational boat, PWC or Auxiliary vessel facility under the
supervision of a certified VE.
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Qualification
Type |
Annual Certification
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IT
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Must successfully teach 2 hours or provide 4 hours of
assistance in the classroom in Public Education or Member Training.
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Boat Crew Program
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To remain certified, crewmembers and/or coxswains must annually
perform at least 8 hours underway on patrol at the level
qualified and complete the required tasks as identified in the
Auxiliary Boat Crew Training & Qualification Guide.
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MDV
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Must complete 4 Marine Dealer Visits each year.
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VE
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Must complete 5 passing or failing VSC's, PWC safety checks,
Auxiliary vessel facility inspection.
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3/2007
The National Testing Center has made minor modification to the sign-on procedure for on-line exams, summarized as follows: