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Yacht Crew Training

Yacht owners and captains require well trained crew. Some certificates (such as STCW) are mandatory for everyone, others are mandatory for certain positions or may improve your chances of getting hired.

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Superyacht Deckhand Training Course

Start your career in the superyacht industry.

UKSA’s Superyacht Deckhand training course is the perfect springboard into the superyacht industry. Thanks to our expert tuition, purpose-built site and ALL-INCLUSIVE, intensive training package, you can start your career in the superyacht industry after just 19 days at UKSA, armed with all the qualifications and skills you need.

About the Superyacht Deckhand Training course

UKSA’s ALL INCLUSIVE Superyacht Deckhand Training equips you with the expertise you need to launch your career. The course includes tuition on:

• Crew training (deck work, look out and watch duties, tender duties and safety procedures)
• Vessel care (maintenance, basic repairs, cleaning)
• Basic engineering and safety training

Qualifications gained

• UKSA Superyacht Crew Training Certificate
• STCW Basic Safety Training
• MCA Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
• RYA Powerboat Level 2
• RYA Tender Operator
• RYA Personal Watercraft Proficiency
• RYA Marine Short Range Radio

Alternative pathways into the superyacht industry

If you are considering a long term career on-board a superyacht and are aged between 18-25 you may want to consider our  Superyacht Cadetship .

Why train with UKSA?

When you train at UKSA you experience our world-class tuition and over 35 years of maritime industry insight.  Also included in your course fee :

• Accommodation in our new Sea.Change building for the duration of your course *
• Freshly prepared breakfast, lunch and dinner provided each day
• Purpose built classrooms
• Career support both during and after your time at UKSA
• Networking on site throughout your time at UKSA
• Access to our fully equipped gym
• UKSA superyacht uniform (branded polo shirts) are provided

* subject to availability, we reserve the right to provide alternative accommodation on site

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Prerequisites

Deckhands are typically required to work long hours and must be physically fit and able. You must be energetic and enthusiastic with an ability to work to a high standard in all tasks.

All seafarers must have an ENG1 seafarer medical fitness certificate to work at sea (click  here   for more details).

Whilst it’s not essential to hold your ENG1 to complete your training with UKSA, it is required to hold this to secure work in the industry. For this reason, we recommend all students gain their ENG1 before they attend training.

Course funding information

As a charity, we have funding opportunities available for many of our students. UKSA is committed to making training and qualifications accessible to those who have the desire to succeed in a yachting or watersports career. Your course adviser will be able to provide you with the details, assess your eligibility and put you forward if you are a suitable candidate.

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Purser Course - Online

Our industry-leading Purser program delivered online and through our state-of-the-art 4th generation Virtual Learning Environment

£3,000.00

Mental Health Wellbeing & Awareness

Designed to equip yacht crew with a raft of coping mechanisms and the tools to drive change in the industry.

£150.00

Maritime Asbestos Awareness

£60.00 incl. VAT

Command & Senior Leadership Program

A transformational program to provide a deep understanding of leadership, professional development, and organisational cultures.

From £3,500.00

Advanced Leadership

Gain a greater understanding of various leadership styles, as well as practical knowledge and skills to progress in your career. Choose from 3-day or 2-week course.

3 Day Intensive or 2 Weeks

£1,250.00

Human & Cyber Vulnerability

Without proper training, crew represent the human vulnerability of a vessel’s security.

£600.00

Accounting, VAT & Charter

Provides the skills to excel in supporting yacht accounting and administration.

£900.00

Maritime Law & Crew Operations

Gain crucial knowledge and legal requirements that you need to know to manage operations on board.

Captain & HOD Mental Health Awareness

Designed to equip leaders with the awareness to drive positive change onboard.

£275.00

Purser Course - Residential

Our industry-leading Purser program delivered in person at our training facility in the picturesque South Downs National Park

£4,000.00

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Art Appreciation on Superyachts

Understand the basics of art history, how its value evolves nowadays and how to assess it.

£500.00

Superyacht Art Management & Art Appreciation on Superyachts

Teaches the value and importance of art onboard and more importantly how to handle them with the necessary care needed.

£950.00

HOD Advanced Leadership & Crew Administration

Gain practical knowledge and skills in Management, Leadership, Mental Health Awareness, Human Vulnerability, Cyber Security, HR, Recruitment and Retention.

6 weeks to 12 months

£2,500.00

Purser Course - Flexible

Study at your own pace and gain the essential knowledge and skills needed to excel in leadership and administrative roles onboard.

Yacht Owner's Representative Program (YORP)

Hosted by TCA, this online program comprising GUEST Units 41, 42 & 43 will deepen knowledge and understanding of the operational and technical aspects of the role of an OR.

12+ weeks

£6,500.00

Food & Beverages Service (IAMI GUEST Unit 02)

Gain a deep understanding of the service department's responsibility to ensure a seamless and enjoyable dining experience.

13-14 hours of blended learning

£300.00

Advanced Cigar Service (IAMI GUEST Unit 06)

Provides comprehensive knowledge and skills in the world of cigar service, through flexible and self paced learning.

£195.00

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Directed at steward/esses of all levels looking to gain skills in floral design and plant care

12 hours of blended learning

£255.00

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Equips interior crew with skills for exceptional hot beverage service including brewing methods, latte art, tea service and more.

12-13 hours of blended learning

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RYA Competent Crew Sailing Course

Product code:, learn to sail on the rya competent crew course.

Competent Crew is the best place to start when you want to learn how to sail. Royal Yachting Association (RYA) crew training course. It is suitable for both the complete beginner and those who have some dinghy sailing experience. The course can be taken either over five consecutive days,  or over a number of weekends. Competent Crew is very much about learning by experience. You will live aboard a yacht throughout, and during your time on board you will be taught about safety at sea as well as learning to master the essential crewing skills of; steering, changing sails, reefing and tying the essential knots. It's very much a hands on course and the perfect opportunity to experience the freedom of yacht sailing.

During the RYA Competent Crew course you will spend each night in a different port, allowing you to savour the delights of a real cruising experience. You will visit some of the many quiet creeks, bustling fishing ports, anchorages and yacht harbours of the Solent and south coast of England. In the evenings there is time to relax and reflect on the events of the day and socialise with new friends.

By the end of this course you will have sufficient knowledge and skill to be a useful and able crew member on any sailing yacht. The RYA Competent Crew course is great fun and not surprisingly it's very popular!

Successful candidates are awarded the RYA Competent Crew course completion certificate at the end of the course.

Pre-course experience:  None

Assumed theoretical knowledge:   None

Minimum age:   Recommended mimimum age 12

Teaching ratio on board  5:1

Not included in the course fee: Although accommodation is provided onboard, the mooring fees are split between the students. Wet weather jackets & salopettes are available to hire for £7.50 per day. A selection of accompanying course books & logbooks are available to purchase.

Students should allow for one evening meal ashore on a five day course. All other catering including three evening meals are provided onboard. 

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RYA Competent Crew Course - Example Itinerary for the 5 day version of this course

• 08:30 Arrive at Hamble - Check in at School reception. Introduction to yacht. Try on safety equipment. - Preparations to depart,  deck briefing on all the workings of the various ropes and sails. 
• 09:00 On deck - Introduction to ropes and rigging, preparation of the yacht for sea.
• Shown engine start controls, and position of sea cocks and bilge pumps.
• 09:30 Practice steering the yacht under power.
• Coming alongside pontoons, stepping ashore safely and the use of warps, fenders.
• 13:00 Lunch on board at anchor or tied to a mooring buoy. Knots and rope work
• Weather forecast.
• Manoeuvring under sail, reefing and headsail changes
• Man overboard , the correct response as crew.
• 19:00 Enter Solent harbour. Stow sails and tidy up on deck.
• Discuss the days events.
• 20:00 Supper
• 07:30 Weather forecast, clean up
• 09:00 Preparation of the yacht of sea
• 09:30 Practice pontoon moorings or mooring buoys. Set off on short passage
• 13:00 Lunch
• Weather forecast
• Sail off to anchorage - steering a compass course under power and sail
• Whilst at anchor - Keeping a proper look out and Helicopter Hi-line rescues
• 18:30 Supper
• 20:00 Depart on night sail (weather permitting)   
• 08:00 Breakfast. Passage planning
• 10:00 Depart to sail on passage.
• During the day : points of sail, helming and crewing practice, Discussion of emergency situations.
• Dinghy drills.
• Meteorology.
• 20:00 Supper (spare evening for night sail)
• 07:30 Weather Forecast, breakfast, clean yacht and prepare for sea.
• Pontoon moorings, further sailing practice.
• 10.00 Depart to practice entry to as many ports as possible, more points of sailing and lots of practice.
• 19.00 Arrive at a port for evening.
• 07:30 Weather forecast, breakfast, and preparation for sea.
• Sailing in the Solent - practice all aspects
• 15:00 Return to Hamble Point. Clean up yacht, return oilskins etc.
• 16:00 Finish Course, Debrief, sign logbooks, award RYA Competent Crew course certificates and depart.

Course Syllabus

The RYA Competent Crew Course aims to introduce the complete beginner to cruising and to teach personal safety, seamanship, sailing skills and helmsmanship to the level required to be a useful and competent crew member of a cruising yacht.

1. Naming the parts of a boat, her rigging and sails and Knowledge of nautical terms

The Competent Crew should be able to understand directions which are given by the skipper with regards to sailing the yacht. 

2. Handling sails

Attaching (bending on), setting, trimming, adjusting and general sail handling.

Use of halyards and sheets to control the sails and safe use of winches

3. Rope work

Working with ropes, including; how to coil a rope, securing ropes to cleats, rings and bollards

Handling warps (the name given to the ropes we use secure the boat to a mooring)

The Competent Crew will be able to tie eight essential knots. These are; figure-of-eight, clove hitch, rolling hitch, bowline, round turn and two half hitches, single and double sheet bend, reef knot. You should also know when to use these knots and what they are use for.

4. Fire precautions and fighting

Fire on board a yacht at sea is a serious situation and assistance may not be readily available. The Competent Crew should be aware of the potential risk and precautions that can be taken to prevent a fire on board.

All crew will have a knowledge to what action to take should a fire break out.

5. Personal safety equipment

Crew should understand the rules for the wearing of lifejackets, harness lines and other personal safety equipment.

6. Man overboard

The Competent Crew will understand correct action to be taken to recover a person from the water.

7. Emergency equipment

All crew should understand how to safely operate distress flares and know when they should be used.

They should understand how to launch and board a liferaft

In addition to the above, the instructor will also cover other methods of distress alerting including sending out a Distress Alert by VHF radio and the associated Mayday call. 

8. Manners and customs

All RYA Competent Crew course students should understand the accepted practice with regard to: use of burgees and ensigns (flags), preventing unnecessary noise or disturbances in port and also the courtesies to be extended to other craft berthed alongside.

Often, particularly during the sailing season, yachts will be in close proximity with each other in port and it is important for skippers and crew to show consideration to others especially at night. 

All competent crew members should be aware of their responsibility to protect the marine environment.

During the RYA Competent Crew course, the instructor will explain the legal stance regarding the disposal of rubbish at sea and the use of heads (toilet) in harbour. 

9. Rules of the road

All crew should be able to keep an effective lookout at sea

10. Dinghies

The yacht will usually carry an inflateable dinghy onboard and it is important for all crew to understands and comply with the loading rules

During the Competent Crew course you will be taught how to row the dinghy in order to get ashore when the yacht is moored off.

11. Meteorology

Awareness of forecasting services and awareness of the Beaufort scale

12. Seasickness

In order to be a Competent Crew your working efficiency will be assessed and graded by your Instructor as: unaffected/partially affected/severely affected by seasickness. 

If a student is seasick during a course but can still function as a useful crew member the log book will usually be marked up as unaffected by the instructor. 

13. Helmsmanship and sailing

A successful Competent crew will demonstrate the ability to steer and trim sails on all points of sailing. They will also understand the basic principles of sailing and be able to steer a compass course, when the yacht is under both sail and power.

14. General duties

A good Competent Crew will carry out general duties satisfactorily on deck and below decks in connection with the daily routine of the vessel

It is possible to fail the Competent Crew course if you do not clean the boat at the end of the course or carry out your share of the domestic duties during the course!

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Deckhand Training Courses

Entry-level deckhand courses and qualifications to help land your first job on a superyacht.

Essential Deckhand Training:

Entry-level deckhand courses and qualifications are essential to your success in the superyacht industry. Obtaining your first job as a deckhand is difficult as it is a fiercely competitive position. With a great deal of training available, it may be difficult to understand which deckhand courses are right for you and your budget. Before deciding on which courses to enrol in, we encourage you to understand the role of these courses and certifications so that you are able to make informed decisions.

Below is a list of essential courses you should take as an aspiring deckhand with little or no experience :

• STCW Basic Training
• RYA Power Boat Level 2 or IYT Rib Master
• Proficiency in Security Awareness PSA or Designated Security Duties (PDSD)

You are able to connect with our global network of deckhand training providers for each course, either by selecting a specific course, or by selecting a region in the deckhand course finder section, found below the course content.

STCW Basic Safety Training

In order for you to legally obtain a job on a commercial superyacht (over 24m) you have to be certified with all four basic safety training modules, which are as follows:

• Personal Survival Techniques | PST (A-VI/1-1)
• Fire Fighting Fire Prevention | FFP (A-VI/1-2)
• Elementary First Aid | EFA (A-VI/1-3)
• Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities | PSSR (A-VI/1-4)

STCW Basic Training courses can be booked on an individual bases or booked in combination with other essential deckhand courses. You can find out more about STCW Basic Training , connect with an STCW Basic Training Centre near you , or continue to other deckhand safety training courses below.

*Although this is a commercial requirement, it is generally seen as a requirement for employment onboard private vessels by yacht owners, captains, management companies or flag states. Failure to obtain STCW Basic training severely limits employment opportunities.

Powerboat / Rib Training:

As an aspiring deckhand, this course is a necessity, providing you with an essential license to drive superyacht tenders around the world. Unless you have a role that excludes you from such deckhand activities, this is a crucial course that forms the basis upon which you can develop your vessel handling skills. These skills are not only required to drive guests, but also to pass practical examinations required for licenses required to drive larger vessels.

The two most popular courses that do not require any prior experience, are the RYA Powerboat Level 2 course or the IYT Small Powerboat & Rib Master . Although the majority of deckhand job posts request a Powerboat Level II, an IYT Small Powerboat & Rib Master is seen as an equivalent and serves the same purpose. Both are recognised by the MCA.

Proficiency in Security Certificate

(STCW A-VI/6-1) & (STCW A-VI/6-1)

In order to work on an ISPS-compliant vessel, an STCW proficiency in security certificate is required. Proficiency in Designated Security Awareness (PSA)  is the minimum requirement, whereas  Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)  is required for crew who are designated security duties on such vessels.

Both courses can be done in class or online. *ISPS complaint yachts are commercial yachts larger than 500GT (Usually commercial yachts +50m in length)*

Find out more about the PSA & PDSD Certification and connect with a training provider, or continue reading about further deckhand training below.

Beneficial Deckhand Courses:

Courses to broaden your deckhand skill set and capabilities for common superyacht duties

• Entry Level Superyacht Deckhand Course
• VHF SRC (Short Range) Radio Certificate
• Personal Watercraft Operator / Certificate

Superyacht Deckhand Course:

Most "Superyacht Deckhand Courses" are non-accredited and do not form part of a requirement for legal employment but are generally sold in conjunction with essential courses (some of which may be mandatory or deemed as appropriate by the training provider in question) and advertised as a "superyacht deckhand course" package or similar.

The purpose of a superyacht deckhand course to introduce candidates to the duties and skills associated with the role of a deckhand. This course is tailored towards candidates with little to no exposure to the superyacht industry.

Course content is dependant on the training provider but generally includes industry information, general deck procedures, wash-downs, maintenance, cleaning procedures, line handling, knots and bends, as well other topics to help familiarize you with the deck department career path the lies ahead.

Superyacht deckhand courses give potential employers an indication that yous have a basic skill set and understanding of the deckhand duties that lie ahead.  This forms a foundation upon which to build skills and knowledge through onboard training and experience. Depending on the location and school in question, a small amount of onboard training/experience on a yacht nearby may be included.

VHF Short Range Certificate (SRC):

As a deckhand seeking your first job in the yachting industry, it is advisable to obtain a VHF Short Range Certificate, preferably one recognised by the MCA. VHF is a common form of communication not only from the bridge of the superyacht but also from tenders to the main vessel (or other vessels) when out of UHF Radio range (your personal hand held for internal crew communication), or to land based authorities.

This 1-day course is an essential qualification required for further deck qualifications (Such as a Yachtmaster/ Master of Yachts), and is also required for commercial endorsement of a small powerboat license. The sooner you as a deckhand becomes familiar with this equipment the better. It is, therefore, a recommended course for green deckhands to complete.

Personal Watercraft (PWC) License

PWC's often referred to as Jet Ski's or Wave Runners, are common watercraft found on board superyachts. Operation of PWC's is a common duty of a deckhands during guest trips. Certain countries require PWC operators to hold a license, most commonly countries in Europe/ The Mediterranean, making it mandatory for crew to hold a license should they wish to operate one.

This one-day theory and practical course will teach you how to operate and navigate a personal watercraft in a safe manner. No previous experience or qualifications are required. A certificate is provided upon successful completion of the course (to the required standard). The IYT PWC and RYA PWC are recommended, accredited versions of this course.

In areas where jet ski licenses are not required, it is a commonly requested by captains, management companies and owners for insurance purposes. It is very beneficial to hold such a license.

Complementary Deckhand Training

Additional courses to give you an edge (that do not require previous deckhand experience)

• RYA Personal Watercraft (PWC) Instructor
• SCUBA Diving Qualifications

RYA Personal Watercraft (Jet Ski) Instructor Course

Due to the fact that charter guests and yacht crew require a PWC license in order to operate a Jet Ski in the Med, the demand for crew with the PWC instructor certification is high. Crew with the instructor license (working on a correctly registered vessel) are able to certify guests with an RYA Introduction to PWC Safety Course, allowing them to use the watercraft during their time on board.

Scuba Diving:

Scuba diving experience and qualifications are beneficial in helping land a job as a deckhand. While Dive Instructor and Dive Master courses considerably improve the chances of getting a job on vessels that support guest diving experiences, basic Open Water and Advanced diving qualifications are also beneficial and will improve your CV.

Whether it is accompanying guests on a dive in the Bahamas or inspecting something under the hull of the yacht, scuba diving experience can be a great addition to your skill set as a deckhand.

Deckhand Training & Certificates For Deckhands With Sea Time & Experience

Courses & certification for deckhands that have evidence of sea service and real tender handling experience after 1 to a few busy seasons of employment 

• MCA Yacht Rating Certificate 
• Yacht-Master / Master of Yachts
• Advanced Powerboat
• MCA Efficient Deckhand (EDH)

MCA Yacht Rating Certificate

Certain commercial superyachts require a number of crew to hold a Yacht Rating certificate as per the safe manning procedures of the vessel in question. An individual can apply for an MCA Yacht Rating certificate once the required sea time is acquired and by completing specific tasks in the Training Record Book (TRB), signed off by a qualified officer or captain.

For Crew without experience, the yacht service requirement can be reduced if aYacht Rating Course Completion Certificate  or - IYT Superyacht Deck Crew Course is attained but the MCA Yacht Rating Certificate can only be applied for once 2 months of sea service is acquired.

Therefore, although a "Yacht Rating Course" covers some important aspects, usually taught onboard, completion of this course does not qualify a candidate to apply for a job that requires an MCA Yacht Rating Certificate , unless the applicant has sufficient sea service and meets the medical and STCW requirement.

RYA Advanced Powerboat

If you are required to be licensed to drive larger powerboats (10m - 24m) during the day and night and have insufficient sea time and experience for your Master of Yachts 200, then the Advanced Power boat course is an option to consider. With an RYA/MCA Advanced Powerboat Commercial Endorsement, license holders are able to drive an MCA coded boat up to 24m in length or 80 gross tons up to 20 miles away from the shore or safe haven. The responsibility of large tender handling is usually only given to crew have built up significant time behind the helm of tenders, under supervision of more experienced crew. If you are new to the industry (unless you have real large power boating experience) you are likely to be accompanied and supervised by a more experienced, licensed crew member during large tender handling duties. It should therefore not be assumed that this course will allow you to take on such duties without time, experience  and training with a more experienced crew member present.

Yachtmaster / Master of Yachts 200:

Gaining a Master of Yachts Certification is an important step for those who would like to progress their career as a deckhand and start taking on additional responsibilities. A Commercially Endorsed Master of Yachts 200GT opens up more employment opportunities (fulfils certain manning requirements for commercial vessels), allows candidates to work as an Officer on yachts <500GT and allows candidates to begin training modules that form part of the requirement for an MCA Officer of The Watch (OOW) 3000  and is a common requirement for the primary drivers of guests in large superyacht tenders. Find out more about the RYA and IYT Yachtmaster / Master of Yachts.

Efficient Deckhand (EDH) Course

Once you have your Yachtmaster / Master of Yachts under your belt and you are ready to start chipping away at your OOW (MCA Officer of the Watch 3000 Limited), it is advised to begin with the Efficient Deckhand Course. An EDH will ensure that you operate in a safe and professional manner when moving to a more senior role where leadership and instruction is required. The framework for further training can be found on our Deckhand to OOW course page .

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