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
UKSA's Workboat Deckhand Training Course is designed for those ready to take on the challenges of workboats. The course equips you with essential deck skills, safety training, and practical experience that will make you an asset in any maritime role.
With training in everything from firefighting and first aid to lifting operations and security awareness, this course prepares you for dual deck/engineer roles, opening doors to exciting opportunities across the maritime industry.
This all-inclusive course gives you the knowledge, confidence, and practical ability to begin working immediately on tugboats, pilot boats, transfer vessels, and more.
Course overview:
*Four week course
*Expert tuition
*Deck work, safety training, engineering fundamentals
*Vessel handling, survival techniques emergency fundamentals
*Basic safety training
*Defib & oxygen administration, slinger & banksman, crowd management & dangerous goods by sea
*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:
*STCW Basic Safety Training
*MCA Approved Engine 1
*MCA Approved Engine 2
*RYA Day Skipper
Course dates:
*4th March 2026
*7th July 2026
Details & Apply..
