RBSV (Recreational Boating Safety Visitor) Program

The RBSV class certifies the member as a RBSV and a major link with local marinas and boat dealers. The VE/RBSV is the most highly publicly visible uniformed person in the Auxiliary. In most cases the public’s first encounter with the Coast Guard.

APC (Administrative Procedures Course)

Passing the APC is one of the requirements for an elective office position in the Auxiliary. That said it provides a comprehensive overview of Auxiliary procedures, policies, programs, requirements, rules etc. Think of it as a guided walk through the Auxman taught by your fellow Auxilarists with some practical knowledge thrown in. It’s a great way to get an overview of the Auxiliary in a short course. New members and those who wish to seek elected office are encouraged to attend!

Boat Crew Academy

Practical and classroom training leading to qualification as Boat crew or Coxswain. Boat crew may serve as crew in Auxiliary surface operations, while Coxswains may serve as operators while on authorized surface missions.

AUXSEA (Auxiliary Seamanship)

AUXSEA, the Auxiliary Seamanship Specialty course, is designed to present the Auxiliarist with a thorough knowledge of vessels and proficiency in their operation. An AUXSEA Specialist has extensive knowledge of how vessels are constructed and operated. The AUXSEA Specialist understands marine engines, how to perform minor repairs, is knowledgeable about vessel handling and knows how to approach distress situations. (AUXOP COURSE)

AUXPAT (Auxiliary Patrols)

AUXPAT, the Auxiliary Patrols Specialty course, is focused upon the complete spectrum of operational patrol activities both on the water and in the air. This includes Safety Patrols, Search and Rescue (SAR), Regatta spectator safety control (powerboat race, sailboat race, rowing race, etc.) and Chart Updating/Aids to Navigation Patrols. (AUXOP COURSE)

IDC (Instructor Development Course)

This certification course is developed to meet the following goals:

• Provide course participants with an introduction to the 14 Instructor Competencies as defined by the International Board of Standards for Training, Performance, and Instruction (IBSTPI).
• Offer procedures and tools that can best be used when conducting a training event.
• Provide opportunities for participants to practice using tools and techniques in actual training situations

Vessel Safety Check

The VSC class plus practical applications which permit the member to participate in the VE program The VE/RBSV is the most highly publicly visible uniformed person in the Auxiliary. In most cases the publics first encounter with the Coast Guard.

AUXACN

AUXACN, the Auxiliary Navigation Specialty course, prepares a member to become a genuine asset to the Flotilla's operations activities. The AUXACN course covers coastal navigation and embraces two basic concepts - location and direction - and three basic disciplines - dead reckoning, piloting and electronic navigation. (AUXOP COURSE)

AUXCOM

AUXCOM, the Auxiliary Communications Specialty course, is focused upon radio communications for the Auxiliary and Coast Guard. It is one of the few specialty courses cited as a requirement for other Auxiliary activities. Specifically, AUXCOM is a requirement for ownership of an Auxiliary Fixed Land, Land Mobile, or DF Radio Facility. It is also required by Communication Officers who conduct radio facility inspections. In some areas, AUXCOM is an entry level requirement for communications watch stander training at Coast Guard units. The Communications Specialist has a broad knowledge of the principles underlying communications systems in use by both the Coast Guard and the Auxiliary. Note that this course is being revised. (AUXOP COURSE)

AUXWEA (Auxiliary Weather)

AUXWEA, the Auxiliary Weather Specialty course, is designed to present the Auxiliarist with a thorough knowledge of weather, its importance in the marine environment and to the conduct of safe and effective operations. An AUXWEA Specialist is able to make accurate and valuable short range (several hours) weather forecasts to enable crew mates to avoid dangerous weather conditions while performing their patrol activities. Long range (two or more days) forecasts are also developed to assist in planning operational activities. The Auxiliary Weather Specialist develops a keen sense of weather processes, including those which have an element of danger: the thunderstorm, the squall line, fog, tornadoes and other severe phenomena. A comprehensive knowledge of weather processes and effects is essential to the competent mariner, whether on the high seas, the coastal areas, lakes and rivers or local reservoirs. (AUXOP COURSE)

AUXSC&E (Auxiliary Search Coordination & Execution)(Formerly AUXSAR)

AUXSC&E is the Auxiliary version of the Coast Guard’s Search Coordination & Execution course (AUXOP COURSE)

ICS 100

Introduction to the Incident Command System, introduces the Incident Command System (ICS) and provides the foundation for higher level ICS training. This course describes the history, features and principles, and organizational structure of the Incident Command System. It also explains the relationship between ICS and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Required of all operational support Auxiliarists.

ICS-200

ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents is designed to enable personnel to operate efficiently during an incident or event within the Incident Command System (ICS). ICS-200 provides training on and resources for personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within the ICS.

ICS-210

Initial Incident Commander is a classroom course designed for Single Resource Leader Type 5/Type 4 Incident Commanders. It is a four-hour course based on the ICS-300 course but condensed and focused on initial incident assessment, initial incident management (includes assuming command, organization, and execution), and development and use of ICS forms. Required of Auxiliarists in leadership positions. This course is required for Auxiliary coxswains, pilots (Aircraft Commander, First Pilot and Co -Pilot), any member in the Trident Program.

ICS-700

NIMS An Introduction, introduces and overviews the National Incident Management System (NIMS). NIMS provides a consistent nationwide template to enable all government, private-sector, and nongovernmental organizations to work together during domestic incidents. Required of all operational support Auxiliarists.

ICS-800

National Response Framework, an Introduction, introduces participants to the concepts and principles of the National Response Framework. Areas covered include: its purpose, response doctrine entity roles and responsibilities, actions, organizations and planning. Required of Auxiliarists in leadership positions. This course is required for Auxiliary coxswains, pilots (Aircraft Commander, First Pilot and Co -Pilot), any member in the Trident Program.