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Originally Posted by Islander
Where are you getting the idea that not all NASBLA certificates are good in NH? That does not agree with the links you posted or what the MP has on their web. I called the MP and they said if it has "NASBLA" on it you are ok.
Please tell us why you think this is not true.
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The Skipper is correct.
The key is the requirement in RSA 270-D:15 that an equivalency NASBLA certificate was issued by an entity that met or exceeded the current requirements of the State of New Hampshire.
Prime example? New Hampshire no longer allows the issuance of a certificate via utilization of an online exam. All exams must be proctored. Several entities that issue NASBLA certificates do so still allowing the course and final exam to be issued via online testing. Such an issued certificate, while being NASBLA approved, does not meet the legal requirements of RSA 270-D:15.
Here is the RSA in its entirety:
Safe Boater Education
Section 270-D:15
270-D:15 Certificate Not Required. – A person shall not be required to obtain a certificate of boating safety education if the person holds a certificate from any state indicating successful completion of boating safety education that meets or exceeds the requirements of this subdivision, a certificate from the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, or a certificate from the United States Power Squadron.