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IYT Yachtmaster Ocean |
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The IYT Yachtmaster Ocean MCA Recognized Certification Beginning July 1, 2006:the IYT Yachtmaster Ocean, will be known as “Master of Yachts 200 Tons” (Ocean) The Master of Yachts courses will continue to require STCW Basic Training. Duration : 44 hours class Shore based course: US $1450 The IYT Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate is a qualification that indicates that the holder has sufficient knowledge of celestial navigation, based on air navigation tables, to globally navigate, using a sextant. Minimum requirements: STCW'95, Yachtmaster Offshore, 5000 nautical miles. "The Maritime School of the West Indies , through our affiliation with is the only school in the entire Caribbean , from Puerto Rico to Venezuela including Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao, which is approved and licensed to give the IYT courses”.
THE YACHTMASTER OCEAN TRAINING PROGRAM
M.C.A. RECOGNIZED
What is a Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate?
The Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate is a qualification that indicates that the
holder has sufficient knowledge of celestial navigation, based on air navigation
tables, to globally navigate using a sextant.
This course is forty hours of classwork and assessments followed by the submission of sights and proof of a 600 mile line offshore passage. The candidate’s submission will then be assessed by a Yachtmaster Ocean Examiner. Candidates who have demonstrated the required level of understanding and expertise in the course syllabus will be awarded the Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate. The holding of the Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate is restricted to current holders of a valid Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate. How do I apply for enrollment? In order to apply for selection in the Yachtmaster’s Certification courses, a detailed yachting resume must be sent to our St.Maarten office for evaluation. Class starting dates are available by contacting this office. Each Yachtmaster class numbers are limited so early application is advised. Candidates are required to submit a 50% deposit with their application. Your place in the class will be reserved upon receipt of funds on a first-come, first-serve basis. Course materials will be mailed to you upon request. |
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