If you are thinking about a career in yachting and aren’t sure where to start, there is no better place than the STCW.
Generally, all yachting/maritime schools will offer this basic training course, so do your research and pick a school that works for you.
The top 2 Maritime Schools in SE Fort Lauderdale are Maritime Professional Training (MPT) and Professional Yacht Training (PYT)
The staff and instructors at both schools are helpful and extremely knowledgeable. Class dates and pricing are available on their websites.
**Please speak to a career counselor to confirm that this is the correct training for you**
STCW stands for the “Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers.” It is an international set of standards developed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to ensure that seafarers have the necessary skills, training, and qualifications to work on board ships safely and efficiently.
STCW is crucial for the global maritime industry as it sets a unified standard, ensuring that seafarers from different countries possess the necessary skills and knowledge to operate ships safely and efficiently.
The STCW Convention is periodically amended to address evolving industry needs and advancements. It plays a crucial role in promoting maritime safety, preventing accidents at sea, and protecting the marine environment. Compliance with STCW standards is mandatory for all seafarers working on ships subject to the convention’s provisions.
