Do you need a Mississippi Boater Education Certificate? Boat operators in the state of Mississippi who were born on or after July 30th, 1980 are required to obtain a Boating Education Certificate to legally operate a boat in Mississippi.
Any person born after June 30th, 1980 is required to obtain a Mississippi Boating Education Certificate in order to legally operate any motorized boat within the state. The certificate must be carried on board the boat during operation.
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Nothing over complicated. Basic Knowlege.
Bruce P
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2 months ago
Content was all incompasing for all types of water crafts and indepth on boater safety and what to do in emergency events. Special highlights for all Texas water ways.
Fred H
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2 months ago
Very informative
David D
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3 months ago
Your login and password situation was confusing. I ended up contacting your support team, where the issue was resolved. As there was a test at the end of each module it would have been more beneficial if the correct answers were provided on missed questions. Materials were presented well. Thank you
Stephen B
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5 months ago
The course was very informative and helpful to know laws and regulations
Beau B
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6 months ago
Easy to use program. My only issue was the font was to light to read. it could be a little darker.
Jimmy E
Posted
1 week ago
Amazing course content — clear, easy to follow, and very helpful for understanding boating safety and responsible operation.
Timothy Z
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1 week ago
it was very good I really liked the visual questions on the practice test thanks !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ouia
Posted
1 week ago
Worked great and all, but it takes an incredible amount of time to get finished. Took me about 6 hours, and I only restarted a module twice. It was very informative, and ill remember all of this when boating. One major issue that made it take extra long was how you had to wait for the audio to finish, and the timer in the corner. By the time I finished reading, I had to wait a whole minute or two. All in all, good purchase, once you push through the agony of waiting. Hope you have a comfortable chair!
Liam P
Posted
2 weeks ago
The test was good just took a long time and a lot of stuff in the book wasn't on the test but don't make the test longer whatever you do thank you
Gary G
Posted
1 month ago
Nothing over complicated. Basic Knowlege.
Bruce P
Posted
2 months ago
Content was all incompasing for all types of water crafts and indepth on boater safety and what to do in emergency events. Special highlights for all Texas water ways.
Fred H
Posted
2 months ago
Very informative
David D
Posted
3 months ago
Your login and password situation was confusing. I ended up contacting your support team, where the issue was resolved. As there was a test at the end of each module it would have been more beneficial if the correct answers were provided on missed questions. Materials were presented well. Thank you
Stephen B
Posted
5 months ago
The course was very informative and helpful to know laws and regulations
Beau B
Posted
6 months ago
Easy to use program. My only issue was the font was to light to read. it could be a little darker.
Jimmy E
Posted
1 week ago
Amazing course content — clear, easy to follow, and very helpful for understanding boating safety and responsible operation.
Timothy Z
Posted
1 week ago
it was very good I really liked the visual questions on the practice test thanks !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ouia
Posted
1 week ago
Worked great and all, but it takes an incredible amount of time to get finished. Took me about 6 hours, and I only restarted a module twice. It was very informative, and ill remember all of this when boating. One major issue that made it take extra long was how you had to wait for the audio to finish, and the timer in the corner. By the time I finished reading, I had to wait a whole minute or two. All in all, good purchase, once you push through the agony of waiting. Hope you have a comfortable chair!
Liam P
Posted
2 weeks ago
The test was good just took a long time and a lot of stuff in the book wasn't on the test but don't make the test longer whatever you do thank you
Gary G
Posted
1 month ago
Purchase more than one boating course, test and card and save up to 35%. Perfect for family, friends and workmates, we include everything your crew needs to get their Official Mississippi Boater Education Certificate.
– Jesse L, Jackson, MS
From anywhere, on any device at any time.
Our animated and narrated Boating Safety Course is perfect for all ages. Study from your Smartphone, Tablet or Desktop and switch between devices at any time. BOATsmart! automatically tracks your progress so you can study at your own pace.
Take the Mississippi Boating Education Certificate Test online
Take the official Mississippi Boating Safety test online. Consisting of 50 multiple-choice questions, the final test is open book. BOATsmart! includes free unlimited retries so you’re guaranteed to pass.
Print your Temporary Card immediately
Print your Temporary Card immediately after passing the final test. BOATsmart! will mail your permanent card within 4 weeks.
Official Mississippi Boater Education Certificate Replacements
Lost? Damaged? Need some back-ups? Don’t sweat it! If you need to replace your Mississippi Boater Education Certificate or want back-up copies for the tackle box, cabin or boat we’ve got you covered.
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The Mississippi Boating Education Certificate is proof of successful completion of the Mississippi state-approved boater education course. The certificate is commonly referred to as a “boating license” However, unlike a license the Boater Education Certificate does not expire, and does not need to be renewed.
Boat operators born after June 30th, 1980 are required to get certified if they wish to operate any motorized boat.
Boaters caught without a Certificate may receive a fine of up to $250. Keep in mind that certified boaters must carry the card on board their boat at all times during operation.
Boaters can prepare for the official Mississippi Boating Safety Test with the BOATsmart! Course which includes animated, narrated and illustrated lessons designed for all ages. The 3-hour Mississippi Boating Safety Course is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA), the Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks and is recognized by the US Coast Guard. The BOATsmart! Mississippi Boating Safety Course includes all the knowledge you need in order to obtain your Mississippi Boater Education Certificate.
You can easily purchase a replacement Mississippi Boating Education Certificate from BOATsmart!. Call us at 1-877-655-7778 to order, or login to your BOATsmart! Account to order online.
Depending on your age, the Mississippi Boating Education Certificate is required to operate any motorized boat. There are no exemptions for engine horsepower. The certificate must be carried on board the boat at all times during operation.
BOATsmart!® is North America’s Boating Educator, approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and recognized by the US Coast Guard. We’ve been delivering award-winning online boating courses since 2003 and have certified more than 650,000 boaters. BOATsmart! is accredited and approved by Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks, to deliver the official Mississippi Boating Education Course and Boating Safety Test.
The Mississippi Boating Education Certificate is proof of the successful completion of the Mississippi state-approved boater education course. The certificate is commonly referred to as a “boating license” However, unlike a license, the Boater Education Certificate does not expire, and does not need to be renewed.
For information about Boating Education Certificate exemptions, visit Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks.
You can obtain your official Mississippi Boater Education Certificate from BOATsmart! in three steps:
No. Your Mississippi Boater Education Card is good for life. However, it’s important to keep up-to-date with the most recent boating safety regulations. Be sure to take advantage of BOATsmart!’s free refresher lessons to be sure you’re aware of the rules that apply if your state.
No. The state of Mississippi does not require boaters to have a driver’s license in order to operate a boat. However, any person born after June 30th, 1980 is required to obtain a Mississippi Boating Education Certificate to operate a motorized boat within the state.
The state of Mississippi requires that you spend a minimum of 3 hours studying the online course. The purchase of your BOATsmart! Mississippi Boating Education Course includes unlimited lifetime access.
Yes. The Mississippi Boating Education Certificate is accepted in 40 states, which extend reciprocity. This means the BOATsmart! Course meets the National Standards established by NASBLA. This law applies to operators of motorized boats, but not in all states to operators of personal watercraft (PWCs). Always check the boating laws in the state you plan to visit prior to operating a boat or PWC there.
Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks
620 S. Meridian St
Jackson, MS 39211
https://www.mdwfp.com/
The official BOATsmart! MIssissippi Boating Safety Course is approved by the Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and recognized by the US Coast Guard.
BOATsmart! has provided online boating safety education across North America since 2013. Our courses are designed and developed by real boaters, subject matter experts and instructional design educators. We’ve certified more than 650,000 boaters online and are proud to be the choice of boaters from coast-to-coast.
