Maritime Advanced programme
with UKSA
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Activity Instructor Watersports Paddlesports | |
![]() | Location: United Kingdom, Cowes, Isle of Wight |
![]() | Start date: 1st Sep 2026 |
![]() | Salary: Training CourseCheck current prices |
![]() | Contract duration: 2 years |
![]() | Hours of work: 4 days a week minimum |
![]() | Training provided |
We don't just offer certification and training, as a youth maritime charity, we can offer that something extra. We really look after our young people. Our careers students benefit from mentoring, access to our careers network, realistic careers advice and help with CVs. We have a fantastic fleet, a waterfront 4-acre campus, inspirational instructors, and great facilities.






a typical day on this course
UKSA's two-year, fully funded Maritime Advanced NCFE programme is an ideal alternative to school or sixth form college for 16-18-year-olds looking to escape the traditional classroom and gain valuable work-related experience. The course is aimed at those who have a passion for watersports and outdoor education and provides in-depth knowledge of the sports and outdoor industries. Students learn about the principles and practices of the outdoor adventurous industry, environmental impact and sustainability, personal and professional development, and career planning.
Course overview
• 2-year programme – 4 days a week minimum attendance
• Study programmes ran in conjunction with the Isle of Wight College
• Gain and develop essential skills valued by employers
• Further career progression opportunities within the maritime sector
• Industry knowledge and guidance, CV development and covering letters
• Practical learning in a maritime centre of excellence
• While on site take advantage of UKSA’s indoor heated swimming pool, gym and study areas
the requirements for this course
Prerequisites:
• 16-18 years
• Minimum of five Grade 4 and above GCSEs including English and Maths
• An interest in the maritime industry, outdoor education or watersports
• Successful interview at UKSA
There are no other pre-requisites necessary to start the course but it may be beneficial to attend an open day at UKSA. learn more about the courses on offer, meet UKSA's team, see the campus facilities, and get a feel for what life would be like as a future UKSA student. Contact UKSA to book.
*14th February
*21st March
*18th April
why choose us for your adventure training
Several weeks will be dedicated to work experience on different sites and in unfamiliar environments. This is intended to broaden understanding and experiences while providing opportunities for networking. On completion of the programme students will be ready to work in employment within the vast sectors of sport and outdoor industries or can train further to enter higher education at degree level (through accumulated UCAS points).
This course is fully-funded as part of a full-time 16-18 year-old further education (FE) programme. While on-site you can take advantage of our indoor heated swimming pool and study areas.







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