In North Carolina, the requirement applies to anyone born on or after 1 January 1988 operating a vessel of 10 hp or more. The credential is the North Carolina Boating Education Certificate, issued by North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
| Who needs it | born on or after 1 January 1988 |
| Applies to | 10 hp or more |
| What it is called | North Carolina Boating Education Certificate |
| Issued by | North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission |
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Start the North Carolina courseNorth Carolina requires the North Carolina Boating Education Certificate for anyone born on or after 1 January 1988 operating a vessel of 10 hp or more.
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