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If you are looking for a job in the yachting industry for the first time, certain training courses are essential
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other are highly desirable in the eyes of potential employers.
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Refresher courses
The STCW 2010 requires the STCW safety training courses to be refreshed every 5 years.
The refresher courses are split between the basic and advanced modules.
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Online Crew Training Courses
Bluewater is developing highly informative online yacht training courses with interactive exercises and exams.
Keep your career on course
The Officer of the Watch is qualified to be completely responsible for the safety of the yacht, the crew and the guests during the period of his or her watch.
Taking the helm for the first time
We have all the required MCA accredited RYA courses for those serious about their careers. Learn about charts, plotters, navigation and more with our excellent instructors.
World-class instructors, unrivalled pass rate
As master of a yacht you are responsible for the vessel and all those onboard, including crew, owners and guests. You must manage budgets, motivate your crew, understand the law in seafaring and much more. The main difference between achieving a Master 500 and 3000 is age and experience, the training modules, however, remain the same.
Make your work environment safe for everyone
Knowing what to do in an emergency can make the difference between a minor or a major incident when working at sea.
We have dozens of courses including elementary first aid, advanced refresher courses and important medical qualifications.
For those that require more advanced training, we have a full range of safety courses including crisis & crowd management, to prepare you for every eventuality that the seas can throw at you.
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From AEC to Small Vessel Chief Engineer
Yachts often contain cutting edge equipment. The skills required behind the scenes to maintain the calm while the storm is happening below deck demands extremely qualified yacht engineers.
US Coast Guard
In order to work aboard commercial U.S. flagged vessels, including charter yachts, mariners are required to hold United States Coast Guard Merchant Mariner endorsements.
Hospitality is at the heart of our industry
The phrase "attention to detail" gains a whole new meaning on board as yachts can only be compared to the best of luxury boutique hotels. We provide interior training courses for all levels of knowledge with both foundation and management courses in interior, silver service, barista, valet, cocktails, wine and floristry.
Bridging the gap between ship & shore
Bluewater has developed a training portfolio to include the new mandatory courses required by cooks, chefs and any member of crew handling food in line with the new requirements laid out in the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006).
Influencing human behavior
The 2010 ’Manilla’ amendments to the STCW convention introduced, for the first time, a requirement for management and leadership training for all ships officers. This course is designed to promote the skills needed to lead an organisation.
Yacht courses for 16 - 20-year olds
Our summer school programme for English speaking teens aged 16-18 in Antibes and Palma, and aged 16-20 in Monaco, allows you to learn the basic skills needed for a career in yachting.
Develop a helipad team
Yachts with helipads face a whole range of safety and operational challenges. In partnership with superyacht helipad specialist HeliRiviera of Cannes, we offer essential training for any yacht with helicopter operations.
Discovering the world underwater
Scuba diving is an extremely popular way to explore new depths in a calm, controlled environment, with millions of recreational divers already certified worldwide. Should you invest yourself in scuba diving, a whole new world of opportunity can open up with divers needed for commercial, scientific and military purposes as well.
ENHANCE YOUR LIFE SKILLS
Bluewater partners with training providers who provide courses that are valuable to seafarers both onboard and back on land.
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