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.
The course description
a typical day on this course
Stand out from the crowd and open even more doors at sea with UKSA's Engineer Deckhand Training course designed to provide you with the training you need to work as a deckhand or crew member. Incorporating the MCA Approved Engine 1 and 2 courses, gain practical hands on training as well as theoretical knowledge of diesel engines and auxiliary systems.
These qualifications help you to stand out from the crowd in this competitive industry, as well as allowing you to work as an Engineer/Dual Deck Engineer onboard small vessels within the yacht, workboat, fishing and tug sectors of the maritime industry.
The all-inclusive course gives you all the practical knowledge you need, plus guidance from instructors who have worked in the industry themselves. We will prepare you for the unique ethos of the work-hard-play-hard superyacht industry, ensuring you understand the demands that will be placed on you when you begin work.
Course overview
*Regular start dates
*Four week course
*Expert tuition
*Deck work, look-out and watch duties, tender duties, and safety procedures
*Vessel care including maintenance, basic repairs, and day-to-day cleaning
*Enhanced engineering
*Basic safety training
*Purpose built classrooms and navigational training simulators all on one site
*Food and accommodation included
Who are we looking for?
the requirements for this course
Deckhands are typically required to work long hours and must be physically fit and able. You must be energetic and enthusiastic with an ability to work to a high standard in all tasks.
All seafarers must have an ENG1 seafarer medical fitness certificate to work at sea.
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
What can we offer you?
why choose us for your adventure training
Qualifications
• UKSA Engineer Deckhand Training Certificate
• MCA AEC1
• MCA AEC2
• STCW Basic Safety Training
• MCA Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
• Mental Health for Seafarers
• RYA Powerboat Level 2
• RYA Tender Operator
• RYA Personal Watercraft Proficiency
• RYA Marine Short Range Radio
Course dates:
*3rd January
*4th March
*7th May
*30th June
*1st September
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