The first step to obtaining a Pleasure Craft Operator Card is enrolling in a state-approved boating safety course.
A boating safety course usually includes topics like navigation rules, emergency procedures, and equipment requirements.
The final exam is commonly administered online or in-person at the end of a state-approved boating safety course.
Most jurisdictions require a minimum passing score of 75% to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
Boating safety courses must be approved by state authorities or national organizations like the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA).
After passing the exam, individuals receive their Pleasure Craft Operator Card, which allows them to legally operate a motorized boat.
