The Royal Yachting Association Yachtmaster™ certificate has become the industry standard qualification after the entry-level stage. It is the first formal training in navigation and seamanship that deckhands receive on their path to higher MCA issued certificates and it is a vital part of their maritime education. This course equips you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages. It will take your theory knowledge to the standard required for the Yachtmaster™ Coastal and Yachtmaster™ Offshore practical exams, concentrating on advanced navigation and meteorology skills.
Instructor student ratio 1:8
You will learn:
• position fixing
• course shaping and plotting
• tidal knowledge
• use of almanacs and admiralty publications
• electronic position finding equipment
• taking and interpreting forecasts
• plotting weather systems
• weather predictions using a barometer and by observation
• collision regulations
• customs and excise regulations for cruising abroad.
For MCA OOW, Chief Mate and Master Certificates it is a requirement that this theory course is successfully completed as part of the training.
OFFER:
We have a package price of €2205 for the Yachtmaster™ Bundle which incorporates the:
VHF online course
VHF classroom exam administration charge
PPR online course/exam
YM theory course
YM practical course
This Bundle price of €2205 reflects a saving of €1074.
If all the above were booked separately the total cost would be 3279€.
To benefit from this offer please proceed with the payment of your deposit to secure your place and then contact the training team to have your discount applied.
This course is fully redeemable with your ONE Account vouchers (excluding exam fees/bundles).
We provide this yacht training course in Antibes.
Assessment3 exam papers over the duration of the course
PrerequisitesGMDSS SRC Marine Radio (VHF) , Elementary First Aid (STCW Code A-VI/1-3)
Requirements