Wyoming Boat Course Information
This article provides course information for Wyoming boaters, including who needs to take the course, course cost, registration requirements, expiration, and what happens after completion.
Who needs to take this course?
Wyoming does not require boating education.
Students may still take this course to save on insurance or to boat in states that require a boater education card.
Available courses
Wyoming courses are available through the following options:
- Boaterexam
- Boat-Ed
Course information
| Course Information | Boaterexam | Boat-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $49.95 | $54.95 |
| Language(s) | English | English; Spanish |
| Chapters/Units | 9 Chapters | 6 Units |
| Format/Time | Online & Timed, 3-hour minimum | Online & Timed, 3-hour minimum |
| Expiration | 90 days | 90 days |
| Extension(s) | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Renew | Yes | Yes |
| Quizzes/Final Exam | Quizzes: 10 questions, 70% to pass or redo unit. Final exam: 60 questions, 80% to pass, unlimited attempts. | Quizzes: 10 questions, 70% to pass or redo unit. Final exam: 60 questions, 80% to pass, unlimited attempts. |
| Age Restrictions | No | No |
| Residency Requirement | No | No |
| Registration Requirement(s) | Gender, hair color, and eye color | Gender and identity verification |
| Post Course | Print temporary certificate immediately. Physical card arrives in 3-5 weeks. | Print temporary certificate immediately. Physical card arrives in 3-5 weeks. |
| Replacement Card | ilostmycard.com | ilostmycard.com |
Registration requirements
Registration requirements may vary by course option.
Students taking the Wyoming course may be required to provide:
- Gender
- Hair color
- Eye color
- Identity verification
Course expiration and extensions
Wyoming courses expire after 90 days.
Extensions are available for the following course options:
- Boaterexam
- Boat-Ed
Quizzes and final exam
Exam requirements may vary by course option.
Boaterexam: Quizzes include 10 questions. Students must score 70% or higher to pass or they must redo the unit. The final exam includes 60 questions, and students must score 80% or higher to pass. Students have unlimited attempts.
Boat-Ed: Quizzes include 10 questions. Students must score 70% or higher to pass or they must redo the unit. The final exam includes 60 questions, and students must score 80% or higher to pass. Students have unlimited attempts.
After completing the course
After completing a Wyoming course, students can immediately print their temporary certificate.
The physical card typically arrives in 3-5 weeks.
Age and operator requirements
No one under 16 years old may operate or be in physical control of any motorized vessel unless they are accompanied on board by a person 18 years old or older who is responsible for the operation of the vessel.
This includes personal watercraft.
Replacement cards
Replacement cards are handled through ilostmycard.com.
Students who need a replacement card should visit: