1-Deckhand Course:

Course Code: MOT-001

Overview:
This course is designed for mariners at the entry-level position. It provides the trainee the knowledge, understanding and proficiency to work safely and efficiently aboard today’s merchant vessels. Marlinspike seamanship proficiency is demonstrated by actually tying various knots, bends, hitches and splices.Read more…

Duration:

Course outline:

·         Marlinspike Seamanship
·         Shipboard Terminology
·         Rules of the Road
·         Aid to Navigation
·         Watch-standing and Helmsman Duties
·         Ship Construction and Cargo Handling
·         Anchoring and Mooring
·         Fire Fighting
·         Towing
·         Deck Maintenance
·         Shipboard Emergencies and Life Saving
·         First Aid

 Prerequisites:
Deckhand is the entry level course for super yacht crew. You can sign on for the course if you have a reasonable command of the English language, are over 18 years old, in good health, and without color blindness.