Demonstration of the ability to read Morse Code sent by flashing light is
required by STCW 95 code (Standards in Training, Certification and
Watchkeeping) for licenses of greater than 200 GRT or for any license with an
Oceans route.

To prepare for a flashing light course it is recommended that you memorize
Morse Code (click to view or download Morse Code) as presented in PUB 102
International Code of Signals.

Freelance Software markets an inexpensive software program for studying
Morse Code and preparing for the Flashing Light exam through Hawspipe.net
called "Blinking Light". Although purchasing this software is not a requirement
for passing a Flashing Light course it is an excellent way to prepare.

Approved Courses

The one day flashing is scheduled seven days a week, one student at a time by
appointment only.

1-day Visual Communications (Flashing Light) $200
    Any applicant who has successfully completed
    your 1-day Visual Communications (Flashing
    Light) course will satisfy the practical signaling
    examination requirements (flashing light) of 46
    CFR 10.401(h) if presented WITHIN ONE YEAR of
    the completion of training; AND will be considered
    to have successfully demonstrated the equivalent
    of assessment OICNW-4-1A from the National
    Assessment Guidelines for Table A-II/1 of the
    STCW Code. Applicants who have successfully
    completed your course need not present a
    completed “Control Sheet” for this assessment in
    application for STCW certification.
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