Why settle for less when you're qualified for so much more? Other maritime education companies offer you a Captain's License course that only qualifies you for a OUPV/6-PACK license, which is limited to operatinguninspected vessels only, carrying six or less paying passengers.
Our 2 week U.S. Coast Guard approved Captain's course meets the written examination requirement for not only the OUPV/6-PACK License; but also for the following licenses::
Master or Mate Near Coastal not more than 100 tons
Master or Mate Inland not more than 100 tons
Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels up to 100 tons
Please visit the license requirements page for the USCG requirements for each of these licenses. If you are qualified for the OUPV License, taking our course also qualifies you for the Master Inland License. Our staff can answer your questions about which level of license you are qualified for.
Course subjects include:
Rules of the Road, International and Inland
Deck General, Code of Federal Regulations
Navigation General including Aids to Navigation
Chart Plotting Navigation
Additional course materials needed:
USCG Navigational Rules of the Road Book, International and Inland
Maritime Institute's "Mariner's Guide to Rules of the Road" Training Aid
Plotting Tools: We recommend Weems and Plath Roll Plotter #120, Ultralight Divider #176 and
Triangle #101
Calculator
Mechanical pencil.
These items are all available for purchase online at our "Ship's Store" or at our San Diego location.Order from Maritime Institute and save!
On-Line Course Captain's License: OUPV or Master up to 100 Ton
On-Line Tuition: $795.00
Why settle for less when you're qualified for so much more? Other maritime education companies offer you a Captain's License course that only qualifies you for a OUPV/6-PACK license, which is limited to operatinguninspected vessels only, carrying six or less paying passengers.
Our 2 week U.S. Coast Guard approved Captain's course meets the written examination requirement for not only the OUPV/6-PACK License; but also for the following licenses::
Master or Mate Near Coastal not more than 100 tons
Master or Mate Inland not more than 100 tons
Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels up to 100 tons
Please visit the license requirements page for the USCG requirements for each of these licenses. If you are qualified for the OUPV License, taking our course also qualifies you for the Master Inland License. Our staff can answer your questions about which level of license you are qualified for.
Course subjects include:
Rules of the Road, International and Inland
Deck General, Code of Federal Regulations
Navigation General including Aids to Navigation
Chart Plotting Navigation
Additional course materials needed:
USCG Navigational Rules of the Road Book, International and Inland
Maritime Institute's "Mariner's Guide to Rules of the Road" Training Aid
Plotting Tools: We recommend Weems and Plath Roll Plotter #120, Ultralight Divider #176 and
Triangle #101
Calculator
Mechanical pencil.
These items are all available for purchase online at our "Ship's Store" or at our San Diego location.Order from Maritime Institute and save!
On-Line Course Captain's License Upgrade Course: OUPV to Master Near Coastal or Master Inland; or Master Inland to Master Near Coastal
On-Line Tuition: $325.00
This twenty-four (24) hour USCG Approved Online (distance learning) course meets the written examination requirement to upgrade the following licenses:
OUPV License to a Master Near Coastal or Master Inland License
Master Inland License to a Master Near Coastal License
Course subjects include:
Deck General
Basic Safety
General Navigation
Note: If you have not taken a Rules of the Road examination within one (1) year you will be required to take one. You can take our USCG Approved Rules of the Road course, or you will be able to test at the USCG REC once you receive your approval letter.
Captain's License: Master of Yachts Coastal / Mate 200 Tons (Power or Sail)
Tuition: Call for Cost
This course if fully approved by the Maritime and Coast Guard Agency (MCA)
When it comes to facing the elements at sea, textbook knowledge is no substitute for practical experience. There is no doubt that aspiring yachtsmen and women must prepare themselves as much as possible before being able to truly take full responsibility for themselves, their vessels and their crews.
IYT Master of Yachts certification is of vital importance because it is an established and globally recognized measure of competency for the commanding of power and sail vessels. This certification not only makes yachting a pleasure, as it should be, but also a safer pursuit for all those who wish to participate now and in the future.
What are the IYT Master of Yachts 200 Ton certificates?
The IYT Master of Yachts courses are professional courses. These courses are designed to provide the highest standard of maritime education for the professional yachtsman and woman and for those who are serious about obtaining the best nautical qualifications available. They are ideal for those who greatly want to expand their knowledge and experience and increase their confidence in commanding a yacht.
If you wish to seek a career in professional yachting (also known as commercial use, which means getting paid to work on a yacht), you will also be required to complete five days of STCW Basic Safety Training along with your Master of Yachts certification. This is an international requirement as laid down by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
The five day course covers Fire fighting, Sea Survival, First Aid and Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities. For more information on STCW, Click Here.
How many Master of Yachts courses are there? There are three:
Master of Yachts Coastal / Mate 200 Tons for command of a Yacht up to 24 m (80')
Master of Yachts Limited 200 Tons for command of a Yacht up to 200 Tons, 150 miles Offshore
Master of Yachts Unlimited 200 Tons for command of a Yacht up to 200 Tons unlimited Oceans
What are the advantages of holding an IYT Master of Yachts Certificate?
The IYT Master of Yachts certificates are the most internationally recognized qualifications for yachting worldwide and are currently accepted for commercial use by 25 different Governments.
IYT Master of Yachts qualifications are recognized by marine insurance companies worldwide.
IYT Master of Yachts qualifications give the yachtsman and woman a much increased level of confidence in their ability to handle a yacht due to our intensive level of on the water training.
IYT Master of Yachts certificates are accepted by yacht charter companies on a worldwide basis
What does the Master of Yachts Coastal / Mate 200 Ton course consist of? A comprehensive live aboard course consisting of 6 days for sail or 5 days for power which includes the practical on the water examination. The course covers subjects such as navigational charts and publications, dead reckoning and estimated position, position fixing, tides, tidal levels and data, pilotage, safety at sea, meteorology and much more. Because the Master of Yachts Coastal course is conducted onboard a yacht it also covers such practical seamanship skills as ropework, anchorwork, boat handling, docking, yacht presentation, navigation, passage planning and much more.
What are the minimum entry requirements to apply for the IYT Master of Yachts Coastal / Mate 200 Tons course?
In order to participate in this course, candidates should have logged 30 days and 800 miles at sea including 2 days as watch leader / skipper and 12 hours underway on watch at night.
Evidence of successful completion of prior approved training courses provided by an accepted and accredited body may allow the mileage requirement to be reduced to 500 nautical miles.
Candidates may sit the course prior to obtaining the minimum sea time. However, they will not be issued their Master of Yachts Coastal / Mate 200 Tons Certificate until all the requirements have been met.
Verification of yachting experience must be signed by the skipper of the yacht on which the candidate was sailing. Candidates claiming sea time during times when they were acting as captain may sign their own entries, but will need independent proof that can be verified by IYT.
What Is Required For The IYT Master of Yachts Coastal / Mate 200 Ton Exam?
The course must be completed before applying for the exam.
Minimum sea time requirements must also have been met before examination.
What Does The Exam Consist Of?
The exam will be conducted by an independent IYT Master of Yachts examiner and takes the form of an oral and practical test onboard a yacht. Candidates must demonstrate that they have sufficient ability to handle, dock, and anchor the boat with a required level of confidence. Candidates can expect to be examined on any subject contained within the syllabus and to be questioned on any of their yachting experience to date.
In the event that the examiner considers an examinee not to have achieved the required standards, an IYT Master of Yachts certificate will not be issued. In this case, a confidential report will be sent to the candidate outlining the reason or reasons for failure and suggesting remedial action that could lead to the successful completion of the course. Completion of the IYT Master of Yachts Coastal course is not a guarantee of passing the examination and receiving your certificate.
Acceptance onto the course does not automatically guarantee obtaining an IYT Master of Yachts Coastal / Mate 200 Tons Certificate. All the prerequisites must be fulfilled and satisfactory standards achieved in all of the courses. For additional information visit www.iytworld.com.
Assistance Towing Endorsement
Course Tuition: $100.00
This four (4) hour USCG Approved course meets the written examination requirement to receive an Assistance Towing endorsement on your OUPV 6-Pack or Master's License.
This endorsement is required if you will be engaged in towing a disabled vessel for payment.
Any USCG license of 200 tons or less, including an OUPV license, may be endorsed for Assistance towing. This endorsement authorizes the holder to engage in commercial assistance towing within the scope of their license.
Course subjects include:
Rules of the Road
Towing terms and definitions
Towing equipment, Towing Hazards and Towing Setup
On-Line Course Assistance Towing Endorsement
On-Line Tuition: $100.00
This four (4) hour USCG Approved course meets the written examination requirement to receive an Assistance Towing endorsement on your OUPV 6-Pack or Master's License.
This endorsement is required if you will be engaged in towing a disabled vessel for payment.
Any USCG license of 200 tons or less, including an OUPV license, may be endorsed for Assistance towing. This endorsement authorizes the holder to engage in commercial assistance towing within the scope of their license.
Course subjects include:
Rules of the Road
Towing terms and definitions
Towing equipment, Towing Hazards and Towing Setup
Auxiliary Sailing Endorsement
Course Tuition: $100.00
This Four (4) hour U. S. Coast Guard approved course meets the written examination requirement for a candidate holding a USCG Master or Mate license to obtain a Sailing or Auxiliary Sailing Endorsement.
This endorsement is required if you plan on operating an Inspected Sailing Vessel. It is not required if you plan on operating an Uninspected Sailing Vessel with passengers for hire.
To receive this on a Master Inland or Mate Near Coastal license you must document at least 180 days on a sail or auxiliary sail vessel.
To receive this on a Master Near Coastal license you must document at least 360 days on a sail or auxiliary sail vessel.
Course subjects include:
Rules of the Road
Parts of the sailing vessel and sail
Sailing terms and definitions
On-Line Course Auxiliary Sailing Endorsement
On-Line Tuition: $100.00
This Four (4) hour U. S. Coast Guard approved course meets the written examination requirement for a candidate holding a USCG Master or Mate license to obtain a Sailing or Auxiliary Sailing Endorsement.
This endorsement is required if you plan on operating an Inspected Sailing Vessel. It is not required if you plan on operating an Uninspected Sailing Vessel with passengers for hire.
To receive this on a Master Inland or Mate Near Coastal license you must document at least 180 days on a sail or auxiliary sail vessel.
To receive this on a Master Near Coastal license you must document at least 360 days on a sail or auxiliary sail vessel.
Course subjects include:
Rules of the Road
Parts of the sailing vessel and sail
Sailing terms and definitions
Basic Safety Training - STCW-95 Approved
Course Tuition: $850.00
This five (5) day course is comprised of First Aid & CPR ,Basic Firefighting, Personal Survival Techniques, and Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities. Students are trained and must demonstrate proficiency in all disciplines.
The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) for Seafarers sets qualification standards for masters, officers and watch personnel on seagoing merchant ships. STCW was first adopted in 1978 by conference at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in London, and entered into force in 1984. The Convention was significantly amended in 1995.
The Amendments require that seafarers be provided with "familiarization training" and "basic safety training" which includes basic fire fighting, elementary first aid, personal survival techniques, and personal safety and social responsibility. This training is intended to ensure that seafarers are aware of the hazards of working on a vessel and can respond appropriately in an emergency
Deck License Renewal - Up to 200 Ton
Course Tuition: $150.00
This 8 hour course provides mariners an opportunity to renew their U.S. Coast Guard Deck license (up to
200 Ton only) by satisfactorily completing the one day classroom presentation and end of course examination. No sea-time is required. Certificates will be awarded to those candidates who complete an open-book examination with a score of at least 90%.
FCC License Exam - Marine Radio Operator Permit (MROP)
Course Tuition: Call for Cost
A Marine Radio Operator Permit is required to operate or work on radiotelephone stations aboard vessels of more than 300 tons; or that carry more than six passengers for hire in the open sea; or any coastal / tidewater area of the United States; and aboard certain vessels that sail the Great Lakes.
This 4 hour study course is intended to allow anyone to review the Federal Communications Commission, Marine Radio Operator Permit examination question pool (Element 1). At the completion of the review, the applicant is able to test for the MROP license.
Hands-On Training
Course Tuition: Call for Cost
Have one of our seasoned licensed captains give you personalized hands-on training either on your own boat, or on one of our fleet of power and sail vessels. Training is tailored to the student's needs.
Radar Observer - Unlimited
Course Tuition: $750.00
This five (5) day course provides training to mariners who wish to obtain a U.S. Coast Guard endorsement as a Radar Observer (Unlimited). A Radar Observer endorsement is required for all ocean routes; all towing vessel greater than 26 feet with the exception of commercial assistance towing operations; and all licenses with tonnage limitations over 200 tons.
Upon successful completion of this course, the candidate is issued a U.S. Coast Guard approved Radar Certificate establishing competency in the operation and utilization of marine radar equipment.
This endorsement may be added to any U.S. Coast Guard Deck Officer License and is a requirement depending on the license you hold or if you are operating certain vessels.
This endorsement is good for five (5) years from date of issue. The endorsement can be renewed by taking the renewal / refresher course.
Radar Renewal / Refresher - 3-Day Renewal
Course Tuition: $450.00
This three (3) day course is for a renewal of the Unlimited Radar Observer endorsement. The course is recommended for candidates that have not done radar plots for a long period of time.
Radar Re-Certification Exam - Renewal Test Only
Course Tuition: $200.00
This course is a renewal test for the Unlimited Radar Observer renewal for the advanced mariner that does radar plotting on a regular basis.
Testing on the first and second triangles and practical plotting on the radar scope (2 tests each) Approximately four (4) hours.
Rules of the Road
Course Tuition: $150.00
This ten and one half (10-1/2) hour course teaches the international navigation rules and regulations for preventing collisions at sea and the Inland Navigation Rules; also known as the Rules of the Road; or the Nav Rules.
A "must do" essential starter course for unlicensed captains new to recreational boating, yachting or fishing.
On-Line Course Rules of the Road
On-Line Tuition: $150.00
This ten and one half (10-1/2) hour course teaches the international navigation rules and regulations for preventing collisions at sea and the Inland Navigation Rules; also known as the Rules of the Road; or the Nav Rules.
A "must do" essential starter course for unlicensed captains new to recreational boating, yachting or fishing.
Shipboard CPR and First Aid
Course Tuition: $75.00
This United States Coast Guard (USCG) compliant Adult CPR & First Aid training program includes anatomy & physiology of the ABCs and Obstructed Airway and Basic First Aid training courses.
Course discusses how to handle life-threatening situations involving injury or sudden illness at sea. U.S. Coast Guard air-sea rescue methods and evacuation methods from vessels at sea is also covered.
Any applicant who has successfully completes this 8-hour course will satisfy the Basic Safety and Elementary First Aid training requirements of the STCW Code and the First Aid & CPR training requirements for original issuance of a license if presented within one year of the date of training.
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