Summary:
Master (NCV) <200GT will allow the trainee to become Master of any self-propelled vessel less than 200GT. This includes any leisure craft, work boats and windfarm support vessels.

Entry Criteria:

Be at least 20 years old.

Must meet medical fitness standards as per administration guidelines, supported by are port from a medical practitioner approved by the Maritime Administration.

Seagoing service as per one of the options below.

Option 1:

With acompleted Training Record Book:

6 monthsonboard commercial ships of at least 80 GT, or more than 24 meters in lengthconducting near-coastal or international voyages within 12 months after thecompletion of the approved education and training program.

Option 2:

For seafarers holding STCW COP as per regulations II/4 or II/5, with a minimum 3 months sea service:

9 months onboard commercial ships of at least 80 GT, or more than 24 meters in length conducting near-coastal or international voyages on the role of navigational watchkeeping.

Option 3

Employed as a deck seafarer for either tug or offshore vessel, with total onboard tenure of either 12 months.

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