Missouri State–Approved Boat Rental Course
Take this official Missouri course for boat renters, receive your temporary certificate, and get on the water.
Do you need to take a boaters safety course to get a Missouri boating license?
This non-certified boating safety course is required for you to obtain a temporary permit, which is only valid for seven days. The temporary one-time permit allows you to operate a rental vessel, or “demo” vessel for sale, if you do not have a valid boater identification card.
Missouri law requires all motorized boat and PWC operators born after January 1, 1984, to pass a boater safety course and to carry a boater education card.
Missouri State Highway Patrol, Water Patrol Division Requirements
IMPORTANT!
Missouri law only allows a temporary permit to be obtained one time per person.
You must be at least 16 years old to take this online course.
You do not have to be a resident of Missouri to take this online course.
What to Expect From Boat Ed
Live‐Action, High‐Definition Videos
Our course videos feature a combination of professional educators (who double as professional actors), entertaining storylines, and up‐to‐date scenarios that give you one of the most effective ways to learn safe boating practices.
Watch this 54-second sample to see how we put you in the driver’s seat.
Comprehensive Instruction in Missouri Boating Safety Education
This official training program is developed to meet the standards for Boating safety education established by Missouri. Boat Ed is the only safety course provider that develops print materials on behalf of government agencies responsible for Boating laws and regulations.
Learn Your Way on Any Device
Boat Ed offers online courses that are fully mobile-friendly from start to finish. This safety course is designed to work on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer.
Saved Progress
You may complete the course at your own pace. The course can be completed in one sitting or a little at a time over several days. Log in and out at any time, and we'll keep track of your progress. Most students finish the course in a few hours.
Missouri State Highway Patrol, Water Patrol Division
1510 East Elm Street
Jefferson City, MO. 65102
Made in the U.S.A.
This safety course is proudly made to serve students, agencies, and organizations worldwide.
Is it the Boating safety license?
Boating safety education certification is not the same thing as a Boating license. What you really need is the Boating Safety Certification Card. You can get the Boating Safety Certification Card by taking this boat safety course at boat-ed.com. Find out if you need the card.
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Missouri Frequently Asked Questions
Price and Payment
How much does the Missouri Boat Rental Course cost?
The Missouri Boat Rental Course fee is $4.50. You will also pay a $4.50 Missouri State Highway Patrol, Water Patrol Division fee.
Taking the Course
Do I have to complete the course all at once?
You may complete the course at your own pace. The course can be completed in one sitting or completed a little at a time over several days. All pay-up-front courses are available for 90 days from time of registration and payment.
What is the minimum age to take this online course?
You must be at least 16 years old to take this online course.
Do I have to be a resident to take the Missouri Boat Rental Course?
You do not have to be a resident of Missouri to take this online course.
Course Approval and Acceptance
Is the Missouri Boat Rental Course approved by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Water Patrol Division?
The Missouri Boat Rental Course is approved and accepted by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Water Patrol Division.
Quizzes and/or Exams
Do I have to take an online exam?
The Missouri Boat Rental Checklist is the exam you take at the end of the online course. You must score 100% on the exam to pass. You have unlimited attempts to pass the exam. If you don’t complete the exam in one session, don’t worry. When you log in later, you will be taken to the first unanswered question of the exam.
About Your Certification
What is the proof of online Missouri Boat Rental Course completion?
Once you pass and pay for the online course, you will be able to immediately print out the Temporary Missouri Boating Safety Certification Card. This is your proof of online course completion. You can print the Temporary Missouri Boating Safety Certification Card right then, and/or request that a PDF be emailed to you. This certificate EXPIRES 7 days after course completion.
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