The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) offers a free, in-person boater education course year-round to satisfy the boater education requirements. The course lasts between 6 and 8 hours and is typically completed in one day.
You can also choose to take an LDWF-approved online boater education course through the following:
- The BoatUS.org course is free.
- The Boat-Ed.com course requires a fee.
Course Requirements
To pass any of the courses, you must receive a score of 70% or higher.
- In-person course: After completing the course, you will receive a temporary certificate. An official proof of completion will be sent to you via email at a later date.
- Online course: After completing the online course, you will be provided with a temporary certificate immediately. LDWF will issue an official proof of completion via email within 3 to 4 weeks.