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Military Sealift Command has compiled a nationwide list of U.S. Coast Guard approved maritime training schools. Prospects interested in joining MSC but lacking the necessary training or experience can use the search tool to find a nearby maritime training school.


University of Alaska Southeast Ketchikan Campus

Location:
2600 7th Avenue
Ketchikan, AK 99901

Phone: 907-228-4568
Web Address: http://www.ketch.alaska.edu/krmcc/index.html
Point of Contact: Kim Hodne klhodne@alaska.edu

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 907-228-4568. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Fast Rescue Boat

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

QMED Courses

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTec) - Maritime Training Center

Location:
809 Second Avenue 
Seward, AK 99664 

Phone: 800-478-5389
Web Address:  https://avtec.edu/department/alaska-maritime-training-center
Point of Contact: Admissions admissions@avtec.edu

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 800-478-5389. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Assistance Towing

RFPNW Assessments

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA)

Basic Ice Navigation

Bridge Resource Management

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Global Maritime Distress & Safety System (GMDSS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer - Refresher

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Miscellaneous Courses

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Exams

Medical Care Provider

Methods of Instruction – Train the Trainer

Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD)

Visual Signaling and Flashing Light (Assessments Only)

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Master/Mate 200 GT

Master/Mate 500/1600 GT Near Coastal License Prep Class

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV)

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

QMED Courses

Sea School (Bayou La Batre)

Location:
9180 Little River Road
Bayou La Batre, AL 36509

Phone: 800-247-3080
Web Address: www.seaschool.com
Point of Contact: Nellie Fuller nellie@seaschool.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 800-237-8663. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

RFPNW Assessments

Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Bridge Resource Management

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Tow Officers Assessment Records (TOAR)

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Inland & Fishing Classes

Inland and Western Rivers (Routes Endorsement)

Radar Observer Inland

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Maritime Security Awareness

Shipboard Cooking School

Vessel Security Awareness with Security Duties

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) 100/200 GT Master Upgrade

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

QMED Courses

CSU Maritime Academy – Extended Learning

Location:
200 Maritime Academy Drive
Vallejo, CA 94590

Phone: 707-654-1157
Web Address: https://www.csum.edu/web/industry/extended-learning
Point of Contact: Bessie Alaniz balaniz@csum.edu

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 707-654-1157. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

Miscellaneous Courses

Company Security Officer (CSO)

Facility Security Officer (FSO)

Maritime Security Awareness

Vessel Security Officer (VSO)

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

El Camino College – Business Training Center (WpLRC)

Location:
13430 Hawthorne Blvd.
Hawthorne, CA 90250

Phone: 310-225-8200
Web Address: http://www.businessassist.org
Point of Contact: Roberto Pandolfi rpandolfi@elcamino.edu

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 310-225-8200. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Teamwork Skills

Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD)

Unlicensed Deck

Tankerman PIC Course

Bluewater Maritime School, Inc.

Location:
1719 Blanding Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32210

Phone: 904-766-4797
Web Address:  http://www.bluewatermaritimeschool.com/
Point of Contact: Tina Anderson t.anderson@bluewatermaritimeschool.com

Courses schedule can be found online. VA benefits accepted. Bluewater Maritime School offers a Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman Program for persons seeking to enter the merchant mariner industry. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Assistance Towing

RFPNW Assessments

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities

STCW Basic Training - Personal Survival Techniques

STCW Basic Training - Refresher

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Maritime Security Awareness

Methods of Instruction – Train the Trainer

Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD)

Visual Communications and Flashing Light

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Master/Mate 200 GT (Upgrade OUPV)

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Sea School (Ft. Lauderdale)

Location:
2107 South Andrews Ave
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316

Phone: 800-237-8663
Web Address: http://www.seaschool.com/
Point of Contact: Cathy Bancroft hqstaff@seaschool.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 800-237-8663. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

RFPNW Assessments

Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Bridge Resource Management

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Tow Officers Assessment Records (TOAR)

Inland & Fishing Classes

Inland and Western Rivers (Routes Endorsement)

Radar Observer Inland

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Maritime Security Awareness

Shipboard Cooking School

Vessel Security Awareness with Security Duties

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) 100/200 GT Master Upgrade

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

QMED Courses

Sea School (Jacksonville)

Location:
14180 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32250

Phone: 800-237-8663
Web Address: http://www.seaschool.com
Point of Contact: Cathy Bancroft hqstaff@seaschool.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 800-237-8663. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

RFPNW Assessments

Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Bridge Resource Management

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Tow Officers Assessment Records (TOAR)

Inland & Fishing Classes

Inland and Western Rivers (Routes Endorsement)

Radar Observer Inland

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Maritime Security Awareness

Shipboard Cooking School

Vessel Security Awareness with Security Duties

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) 100/200 GT Master Upgrade

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

QMED Courses

Sea School (St. Petersburg)

Location:
8440 4th Street, North
St. Petersburg, FL 33702

Phone: 800-237-8663
Web Address: http://www.seaschool.com
Point of Contact: Cathy Bancroft hqstaff@seaschool.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 800-237-8663. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

RFPNW Assessments

Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Bridge Resource Management

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Tow Officers Assessment Records (TOAR)

Inland & Fishing Classes

Inland and Western Rivers (Routes Endorsement)

Radar Observer Inland

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Maritime Security Awareness

Shipboard Cooking School

Vessel Security Awareness with Security Duties

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) 100/200 GT Master Upgrade

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

QMED Courses

Maritime Professional Training, Masters, Mates & Engineers, Inc.

Location:
1915 South Andrew Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316

Phone: 954-525-1014
Web Address: http://www.MPTusa.com
Point of Contact: Ann Aylesworth ann@MPTusa.com

Course schedules can be found online. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Navigation Simulator Training

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

Advanced Marine Engineering Courses

QMED Courses

Miscellaneous Courses

Culinary/Food Service

Hazmat/WOPR, Confined Space, Adv. Medical

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Fast Rescue Boat

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

Star Center

Location:
2 West Dixie Highway
Dania Beach, FL 33004

Phone: 954-921-7254 (Ext. 201)
Web Address: https://www.star-center.com
Point of Contact: Graeme Holman gholman@star-center.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 954-921-7254 (Ext. 201). Most courses are approved for VA benefits.

Course Types Available:
Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting - Revalidation

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting Revalidation

STCW Deck and Engine Courses (Management Level)

Survival Craft (Lifeboat) and Fast Rescue Boat

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

Advanced Marine Engineering Courses

Assessments 2010 – OICEW and Engine Upgrade (Management Level)

Gas Turbine Endorsement Training

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Shiphandling

Advanced Shiphandling (Masters/Chief Mate)

Shiphandling (Management Level)

Tow Officers Assessment Records (TOAR)

Quality Maritime Training, LLC (Tampa)

Headquarter Location:
14603 Beach Blvd. Suite 500
Jacksonville, FL 32250

Location:
2002 Lois Ave. Suite 175
Tampa, FL 33607

Phone: 904-683-1985
Web Address: http://qualitymaritimetraining.com/
Point of Contact: Nick Andrews info@qualitymaritimetraining.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 904-683-1985. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Fast Rescue Boat

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

License Preparation for Engineering

QMED Courses

Quality Maritime Training, LLC (Jacksonville)

Headquarter Location:
14603 Beach Blvd. Suite 500
Jacksonville, FL 32250

Phone: 904-683-1985
Web Address: http://qualitymaritimetraining.com/
Point of Contact: Nick Andrews info@qualitymaritimetraining.com


Course schedules can be found online or by calling 904-683-1985. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Fast Rescue Boat

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

License Preparation for Engineering

QMED Courses

Chapman School of Seamanship

Location:
4343 SE St. Lucie Blvd
Stuart, FL 34997

Phone: 772-283-8130
Web Address: http://www.chapman.org/
Point of Contact: Bruce Robertson b.robertson@chapman.org

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 772-283-8130. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Captain 100/200 GT

Firefighting & STCW Classes

STCW Basic Training

Sea School (Panama City)

Location:
234 South Suddath Place
Panama City, FL 32404

Phone: 800-237-8663
Web Address: http://www.seaschool.com/
Point of Contact: Cathy Bancroft pcstaff@seaschool.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 800-237-8663. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

RFPNW Assessments

Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Bridge Resource Management

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Tow Officers Assessment Records (TOAR)

Inland & Fishing Classes

Inland and Western Rivers (Routes Endorsement)

Radar Observer Inland

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Maritime Security Awareness

Shipboard Cooking School

Vessel Security Awareness with Security Duties

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) 100/200 GT Master Upgrade

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

QMED Courses

Bluewater Crew Training USA

Location:
750 West Sunrise Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311

Phone: 954-779-7764
Web Address: http://www.bluewateryachting.com/
Point of Contact: Amilee Luke amilee@bluewateryachting.com

Course schedules can be found online, by emailing or by calling 954-779-7764. Some course types offer both day and evening classes. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA)

Bridge Resource Management

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Global Maritime Distress & Safety System (GMDSS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Miscellaneous Courses

Crisis Management and Human Behavior

Crowd Management

Leadership & Management Skills

Leadership & Teamwork Skills

Maritime Security Awareness

Medical Care Person in Charge

Medical Care Provider

Methods of Instruction – Train the Trainer

Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD)

Vessel Security Officer (VSO)

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Master/Mate 100 GT

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV)

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Proficiency in Survival Craft

Rescue Boats Other Than Fast Rescue Boats

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - Personal Survival Techniques Revalidation

Maritime License Center

Location:
707 Alakea Street, Room 314
Honolulu, HI 96813

Phone: 808-589-0123
Web Address: http://www.maritimelicense.com/
Point of Contact: Captain Carlyle J. Devoe Ph.D TRNG@maritctr.com

Course schedules can be found online. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

Assistance Towing

Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Celestial Navigation

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Inland & Fishing Classes

Fishing Vessel - Safety Drill Coordinator

Radar Observer Inland

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Marine Radio Operator Permit (CG required, FCC Approved)

Maritime Security Awareness Training

Medical Care Provider

Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD)

Visual Signaling and Flashing Light

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Master/Mate 100 GT

Master/Mate 200 GT

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV)

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities

STCW Basic Training - Personal Survival Techniques

STCW Basic Training - Refresher

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

SLCC Marine & Petroleum Safety Training Center

Locations:
311 Dickson Rd.
Houma, LA 70363

3225 Youngs Rd.
Morgan City, LA 70380

Phone: 985-448-5952
Web Address: http://www.coastguardtraining.com/marine.htm
Point of Contact: Patricia Dinh patriciadinh@scl.edu

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 985-448-5952. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Combined Basic and Advanced Firefighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities

STCW Basic Training - Personal Survival Techniques

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Medical Care Provider

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Master/Mate 100 GT

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

The Marine Training Institute

Location:
4228 W. Main St.
Houma, LA 70355

Phone: 985-873-0031
Web Address: www.themarinetraininginstitute.com
Point of Contact: George Raab george@marineinst.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 985-873-0031. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Dynamic Positioning Assessments (OSVDPA)

Dynamic Positioning Basic and Advanced

Dynamic Positioning Phase 1 (OSVDPA)

Dynamic Positioning Phase 3 (OSVDPA)

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Robert Training Center

Location:
23360 Shell Lane
Robert, LA 70455

Phone: 985-543-1200
Web Address: www.shell.us/training
Point of Contact: Nicole Dean danielle-nicole.dean@shell.com, 985-543-1270

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 985-543-1270. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Firefighting & STCW Classes

Fast Rescue Boat

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting Refresher

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting Revalidation

STCW Basic Training - Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities

STCW Basic Training - Personal Survival Techniques

STCW Basic Training - Personal Survival Techniques Revalidation

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Unlicensed Deck

License Prep Courses for OIM/BCO/Barge Supervisor and AB/LB

New England Maritime

Location:
149 Ocean Street
Hyannis, MA 02601

Phone: 508-790-3400
Web Address:  http://www.nemaritime.com
Point of Contact: James Hurley info@nemaritime.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 508-790-3400. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Refresher

Massachusetts Maritime Academy / Center for Maritime Training

Location:
101 Academy Drive
Buzzards Bay, MA 02532

Phone: 508-830-5005
Web Address: http://www.maritime.edu/cmt
Point of Contact: Jody Rose cmt@maritime.edu

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 508-830-5005. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Fast Rescue Boat

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

Sea Education Association

Location:
171 Woods Hole Road
Falmouth, MA 02540

Phone: 508-540-3954
Web Address: http://www.sea.edu
Point of Contact: Jennifer Haddock jhaddock@sea.edu

Course schedules can be found by calling 508-540-3954. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Firefighting & STCW Classes

STCW Basic Training

Calhoon MEBA Engineering School

Location:
27050 St. Michael’s Road
Easton, MD 21601

Phone: 410-822-9600
Web Address: http://mebaschool.org/
Point of Contact: Chuck Eser info@mebaschool.org  

Course schedules can be found online by calling 410-822-9600. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

Advanced Engineering Courses

QMED Courses

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Fast Rescue Boat

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

Miscellaneous Courses

Information Technology and Communication Course

Maritime Institute of Technology & Graduate Studies

Location:
62 Maritime Blvd.
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090

Phone: 443-989-3235
Web Address: http://www.mitags.org
Point of Contact: Captain Bob Becker rbecker@mitags.org

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 866-656-5568. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Fast Rescue Boat

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

Miscellaneous Courses

Information Technology and Communication Course

Downeast Maritime Inc. (ME)

Location:
145 Main Street
Thomaston, ME 04861

Phone: 207-380-4661
Web Address: http://www.downeastmaritime.com
Point of Contact: Lindsey Pinkham lindsey@midcoastfirstaid.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 207-380-4661. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seafarer Deck

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Celestial Navigation 200 GT

Celestial Navigation 500/1600 GT

License Preparation 500/1600 GT

Master/Mate 100 GT

Master/Mate 100/200 GT (Upgrade)

Inland & Fishing Classes

Fishing Vessel Drill Instructor

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Leadership & Teamwork Skills

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Firefighting & STCW Classes

STCW Advanced Training

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training - Proficiency in Survival Craft (Restricted)

STCW Basic Training - Refresher

Maine Maritime Academy - Continuing Education

Location:
1 Pleasant St.
Castine, ME 04420

Phone: 207-326-2211
Web Address: http://conted.mainemaritime.edu/
Point of Contact: Liza Clark continuinged@mma.edu

Course schedules can be found online. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting - Revalidation

Fast Rescue Boat

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Refresher

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

STCW Engine Officers - 2010 GAP Courses (LMS, ERM, MEECE)

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Basic Ice Navigation

Radar Observer - Recertification

Miscellaneous Courses

Qualified Assessor

Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD)

Midcoast First Aid LLC

Location:
145 Main Street
Thomaston, Maine 04861

Phone: 207-380-4661
Web Address: www.midcoastfirstaid.com
Point of Contact: Lindsey Pinkham lindsey@midcoastfirstaid.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 207-380-4661. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Advanced Firefighting - Refresher

Advanced Firefighting - Revalidation

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

Engine Room Resource Management

Miscellaneous Courses

Medical Care Provider

World Wide Marine Training

Location:
22532 Highway 55 East
Oriental, NC 28571-0917

Phone: 252-249-2135
Web Address: worldwidemarinetraining.com 
Point of Contact: customerservice@wegivethetest.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 866-249-2135. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Firefighting & STCW Classes

STCW Basic Training

Sea School (Freeport)

Location:
1 Woodcleft Avenue
Freeport, NY 11520

Phone: 800-237-8663
Web Address: http://www.seaschool.com/
Point of Contact: Cathy Bancroft hqstaff@seaschool.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 800-237-8663. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

RFPNW Assessments

Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Bridge Resource Management

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Tow Officers Assessment Records (TOAR)

Inland & Fishing Classes

Inland and Western Rivers (Routes Endorsement)

Radar Observer Inland

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Maritime Security Awareness

Shipboard Cooking School

Vessel Security Awareness with Security Duties

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) 100/200 GT Master Upgrade

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

QMED Courses

Sea School (Toledo)

Location:
1 Maritime Plaza
Toledo, OH 43604

Phone: 800-237-8663
Web Address: http://www.seaschool.com/
Point of Contact: Cathy Bancroft hqstaff@seaschool.com

 Course schedules can be found online or by calling 800-237-8663. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

RFPNW Assessments

Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Bridge Resource Management

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Tow Officers Assessment Records (TOAR)

Inland & Fishing Classes

Inland and Western Rivers (Routes Endorsement)

Radar Observer Inland

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Maritime Security Awareness

Shipboard Cooking School

Vessel Security Awareness with Security Duties

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) 100/200 GT Master Upgrade

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

QMED Courses

Tongue Point Job Corps Center – Seamanship Training Program

Location:
37573 Old Hwy 30
Astoria, OR 97103

Phone: 503-338-4977
Web Address:  http://tonguepoint.jobcorps.gov/
Point of Contact: Capt. Len Tumbarello tumbarello.len@jobcorps.org

Course schedules can be found by calling 503-338-5037. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

RFPNW Assessments

Miscellaneous Courses

Culinary/Food Service

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Fast Rescue Boat

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

QMED Courses

RFPEW Assessments

Columbia Pacific Maritime INC

Location:
10580 SE Washington Street
Portland, OR 97216

Phone: 503-841-6066
Web Address: http://columbiapacificmaritime.com
Point of Contact: Dennis Degner dennis@columbiapacificmaritime.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 503-841-6066. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Downeast Maritime Inc. (SC)

Location:
3770 Coosaw Scenic Drive
Ridgeland, SC 29936

Phone: 843-717-9969
Web Address: http://www.downeastmaritime.com
Point of Contact: Shawn Ahearn dmi1776@gmail.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 843-717-9969. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seafarer Deck

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Celestial Navigation 200 GT

Celestial Navigation 500/1600 GT

License Preparation 500/1600 GT

Master/Mate 100 GT

Master/Mate 100/200 GT (Upgrade)

Inland & Fishing Classes

Fishing Vessel Drill Instructor

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Leadership & Teamwork Skills

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Proficiency in Survival Craft

Proficiency in Survival Craft - Restricted

STCW Advanced Training

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - Refresher

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Sea School (Charleston)

Location:
624-B Marina Drive
Charleston, SC 29492

Phone: 800-237-8663
Web Address: http://www.seaschool.com/
Point of Contact: Cathy Bancroft hqstaff@seaschool.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 800-237-8663. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

RFPNW Assessments

Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Bridge Resource Management

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Tow Officers Assessment Records (TOAR)

Inland & Fishing Classes

Inland and Western Rivers (Routes Endorsement)

Radar Observer Inland

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Maritime Security Awareness

Shipboard Cooking School

Vessel Security Awareness with Security Duties

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) 100/200 GT Master Upgrade

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

QMED Courses

Chesapeake Marine Training Institute

Location:
3566 George Washington Memorial Highway
Hayes, VA 23072-1153

Phone: 804-642-0123
Web Address: http://www.chesapeakemarineinst.com/
Point of Contact: Melissa Johnson information@chesapeakemarineinst.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 804-642-0123. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Advanced Firefighting - Refresher

Advanced Firefighting - Revalidation

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Refresher

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

STCW Search and Rescue (SAR)

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA)

Bridge Resource Management

Celestial Navigation

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Global Maritime Distress & Safety System (GMDSS)

Navigational Rules of the Road

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Tank Ship Courses

Watchkeeping (Operational)

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Leadership & Teamwork Skills

Maritime Security Awareness Training

Medical Care Provider

Visual Signaling and Flashing Light

Tidewater Community College - Maritime Training

Location:
1700 College Crescent, Lynnhaven Building., Room #E-151
Virginia Beach, VA 23453

Phone: 757-822-7669
Web Address: https://workforce.tcc.edu/career-pathways
Point of Contact: Jennifer Palestrant jpalestrant@tcc.edu  

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 757-882-7669. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Master/Mate 100 GT

Master/Mate 100 GT (Upgrade OUPV)

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV)

Firefighting & STCW Classes

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Personal Survival Techniques

Miscellaneous Courses

Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD)

Trident Group

Location:
1616 Centerville Turnpike, Suite 208
Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Phone: 757-479-4422
Web Address: www.GoTridentGroup.com
Point of Contact: Aaron Vick / Michael Ratliff Training@gotridentgroup.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 757-479-4422.

Course Types Available:
Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Watchkeeping Ships Reaction Force Course

Watchkeeping (Operational)

Miscellaneous Courses

Small Arms Training Course (SAC)

Vessel Security Officer (VSO)

Mid Atlantic Maritime Academy (MAMA)

Location:
5301 Robin Hood Road
Norfolk, VA 23513

Phone: 757-464-6008
Web Address: http://www.mamatrains.com
Point of Contact: Lamont Godfrey info@mamatrains.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 757-464-6008.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

Assistance Towing

Basic Shiphandling and Steering Control Systems

Deck Familiarization

Deck Self Study

Marlinespike Seamanship

RFPNW (Assessments Only)

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Cargo Handling & Stowage (Management Level)

Advanced Navigation

Advanced Shiphandling

Advanced Watchkeeping (Management Level)

Apprentice Mate (Steersman) Upgrade

Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA)

Bridge Resource Management

Cargo Handling & Stowage (Operational Level)

Celestial Navigation (Operational Level)

Chief Mate/Master Assessments

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Electronic Navigation

Global Maritime Distress & Safety System (GMDSS)

License Preparation for Deck

Magnetic and Gyro Compasses

Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW) Assessments

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer - Refresher

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Advanced Firefighting - Refresher

Immersion Suit Training

Proficiency in Survival Craft

Proficiency in Survival Craft - Refresher

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - Refresher

STCW Basic Training - Revalidation

Inland & Fishing Classes

Apprentice Mate (Steersman) Western Rivers Navigation

Radar Observer Inland

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Captain 100 GT License Renewal

Celestial Navigation 500/1600 GT

Master/Mate 100 GT

Master/Mate 200 GT

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

Designated Duty Engineer 1000/4000 Horsepower

Designated Duty Engineer Unlimited Horsepower

Electrical Machinery & Basic Electronics

Electrical Motor Control Lab

Electrical Motor Controller Troubleshooting & Diagnostic Course

Electrician/Refrigeration Courses

Engine Room Resource Management

Engineering Familiarization Course – Deck Engineer

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 608 Certification

High Voltage Safety

License Preparation for Engineering

Management of Electrical & Electronic Control Equipment (MEECE)

Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW) (Diesel Engine)

Operating Principles of Marine Propulsion Plants

QMED Electrician/Refrigeration Engineer

QMED Junior Engineer

QMED Oiler, Fireman/Watertender

RFPEW (Assessments Only)

RFPEW Assessments

Miscellaneous Courses

Emergency Procedures (Operational Level)

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Exams

Leadership & Management Skills

Leadership & Teamwork Skills

Marine Safety Instructor

Maritime Security Awareness Training

Medical Care Person in Charge

Medical Care Provider

Qualified Assessor

Seattle Maritime Academy at Seattle Central College

Location:
4455 Shilshole Avenue NW
Seattle, WA 98107-4645

Phone: 206-934-2647
Web Address: http://www.maritime.seattlecentral.edu
Point of Contact: SMA.central@seattlecolleges.edu

Course schedules can be found by calling 206-934-2647. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Marine Deck Technology

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

Marine Engineering Technology

Compass Courses

Location:
110 W Dayton St.
Edmonds, WA 98020

Phone: 425-778-1923
Web Address: http://www.compasscourses.com
Point of Contact: Julie Keim julie@compasscourses.com

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 425-778-1923. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

Tankerman PIC Course

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Fast Rescue Boat

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - Refresher

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA)

Bridge Resource Management

Electronic Chart Display & Information System (ECDIS)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Radar Observer (Unlimited)

Miscellaneous Courses

Leadership & Management Skills

Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD)

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Master/Mate 100/200 GT

Maritime Institute of Technology & Graduate Studies (MITAGS) / Pacific Maritime Institute (PMI)

Location:
1729 Alaskan Way South
Seattle, WA 98134-1146

Phone: 206-719-2801
Web Address: https://m.mitags-pmi.org/
Point of Contact: Greg Trunell gtrunnell@mates.org

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 206-441-2880. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Unlicensed Deck

Able Seaman Courses

Entry Level to Mate (2 Year)

Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Miscellaneous Courses

Information Technology and Communication Course

North Pacific Fishing Vessel Owners’ Association: Vessel Safety

Location:
1900 West Emerson Place, Suite 101
Seattle, WA 98119

Phone: 206-285-3383
Web Address: http://www.npfvoa.org
Point of Contact: Rebecca Hanratty rebecca@npfvoa.org

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 206-285-3383. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Firefighting & STCW Classes

STCW Basic Training

Northwest Maritime Academy

Location:
3177 Harborview Drive
Gig Harbor, WA 98332

Phone: 253-358-2447
Web Address: www.northwestmaritimeacademy.com
Point of Contact: Thomas Bliss thomas@nwmaritime.us

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 253-358-2447. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Miscellaneous Courses

Culinary/Food Service

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Fast Rescue Boat

Proficiency in Survival Craft

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

Mountwest Community & Technical College

Location:
4200 Ohio River Road
Huntington, WV 25702

Phone: 304-697-5616
Web Address: http://www.mctc.edu
Point of Contact: Sherri Sowards sowardss@mctc.edu

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 304-697-5616. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.

Course Types Available:
Licensed Deck, Unlimited Tonnage

Advanced Deck Courses (i.e. license training or advanced STCW courses)

Radar Observer - Recertification

Towing Vessel Increase in scope

Firefighting & STCW Classes

Advanced Firefighting

Basic Training - Deckhand

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

Tank & Barge Firefighting Courses

Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

Advanced Marine Engineering Courses

Unlicensed Deck

Apprentice Mate (Steersman)

Tankerman PIC Course

Inland & Fishing Classes

Basic Training - Inland Deckman

Inland Waterway and Gulf Intracoastal Waterway

Radar Observer Inland

Miscellaneous Courses

Culinary/Food Service

Methods of Instruction – Train the Trainer

Licensed Deck, Limited Tonnage

Master/Mate 200 GT

AG Specialty Services, Inc. (New York)

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 55
Long Beach, NY 11561-0055

Phone: (516) 375-7095 or Toll Free (844) 535-4448
Web Address: www.agspecialtyservices.com

Point of Contact: Allan Gurewitz allan.gurewitz@agspecialtyservices.com

Course Schedules can be found online at  online Or by calling (516) 375-7095 or Toll Free (844) 535-4448

Course Types Available:
Firefighting & STCW Classes

Boating Safety

Hazardous Materials Regulations

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities

STCW Basic Training - Personal Survival Techniques

Miscellaneous Courses

Medical Care Person in Charge

Medical Care Provider

AG Specialty Services, Inc. (Florida)

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 55
Long Beach, NY 11561-0055

Phone: (516) 375-7095 or Toll Free (844) 535-4448
Web Address: www.agspecialtyservices.com

Point of Contact: Allan Gurewitz allan.gurewitz@agspecialtyservices.com

Course Schedules can be found online at  online Or by calling (516) 375-7095 or Toll Free (844) 535-4448

Course Types Available:
Firefighting & STCW Classes

Boating Safety

Hazardous Materials Regulations

STCW Basic Training

STCW Basic Training - CPR/First Aid

STCW Basic Training - Firefighting

STCW Basic Training - Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities

STCW Basic Training - Personal Survival Techniques

Miscellaneous Courses

Medical Care Person in Charge

Medical Care Provider

Training Resources Maritime Institute

Location:
3890 Sherman Street, Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92110

Phone: 866-300-5984
Web Address: https://www.edumaritime.net/california/training-resources-maritime-institute-trlmi-san-diego
Point of Contact: Chris Kilroy chriskilroy1@gmail.com 858-335-2904

Course schedules can be found online or by calling 619-263-1638. Listed Courses are United States Coast Guard Approved.


Course Types Available:
Engine Courses (Licensed & Unlicensed)

Management of Electrical & Electronic Control Equipment (MEECE)