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Connecticut Safe WATERSKIING
Endorsement Course

Who needs a Safe Waterskiing Endorsement?

If you are towing a skier or other tower device in Connecticut you must complete this course. You must also be at least 16 years of age and possess a valid boating safety certificate. BOATERexam.com® is a delegated provider for the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection.

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Who needs a Safe Waterskiing Endorsement?

In order to operate a vessel that is towing a water skier or other towed device, the operator must:

  • Be age 16 and older, and
  • Possess a valid Safe Boating certificate or Certificate of Personal Watercraft from Connecticut, a valid boating certificate from a reciprocal state with Connecticut or a Coast Guard License, and
  • Possess a Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement, if they obtained their boating certificate on or after October 1, 2015.

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FAQs about getting a Connecticut Boating License

Below are some common questions about safe boating rules & regulations.

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How much does the Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement Course cost?

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There is a one-time fee of $9.00 paid to BOATERexam.com®. Payment is collected only after you have successfully passed the course and final exam, and it includes unlimited attempts at the final exam.

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What payment methods are accepted?

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We accept payments by VISA, Mastercard, AMEX, PayPal, and Prepaid vouchers.

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What is the "Temporary Safe Waterskiing Endorsement"?

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The Temporary Safe Waterskiing Endorsement is a temporary proof of competency and proves that you took the Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement Course and passed.

Q.

What is the permanent Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement?

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The Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement is proof that you have successfully completed all the education requirements to operate a vessel that is towing a water skier or other towed device.

Q.

I do not have a driver's license. Can I still get the Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement?

A.

Yes. You are not required to have a state driver's license in order to obtain a Safe Waterskiing Endorsement.

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How can I get my Connecticut boating license?

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You can obtain your Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement in 4 easy steps:

  1. Study the Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement Course
  2. Pay the one-time fee of $9.00 only when you pass the final exam
  3. Print your Temporary Safe Waterskiing Endorsement immediately
  4. Retrieve your Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement from the Online Sportsmen Licensing System

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How long is the Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement good for?

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The Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement is good for life.

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Is anyone exempt from obtaining the Connecticut boating license?

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Persons who obtained their Connecticut Boating certificate prior to October 1, 2015, are exempt from the requirement to have a Connecticut Safe Waterskiing Endorsement.

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Is there a time limit to complete the online course?

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You can take the online course at any time, day or night. However, courses must be completed within 90 days of payment at which time your access to the course will expire.

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How many questions are on the exam?

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The exam consists of 20 multiple choice questions.

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What is the passing grade?

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You need a grade of 80% or higher on the exam to pass the course.
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