The test for obtaining the IYT Bareboat Skipper Sail is divided into theoretical and practical parts. The theory consists of 50 questions which you have to answer in written form. All the questions are based on the knowledge which you have obtained during the course itself. Each question is valued from 1 to 5. The minimum passing number is 75 total.
During the Practical test, your sailing skills will be assessed. You will need to prove yourself as capable of managing the boat as a skipper by taking the whole responsibility and managing your crew. Mistakes of your crew members are your mistakes. In addition, you will have to execute all the additional orders given by your instructor. No mistakes will be accepted during this part of the test, except for the minor mistakes in the setting of the sails.
Please be aware that upon receiving the Bareboat Skipper Certificate you are taking the responsibility for the other people’s lives on board.