OOW 3000t

The OOW modules provide an introduction into the world of radar, ship construction and stability, all types of radio, leadership and advanced sea survival.

Required training for OOW (Yachts) less than 3000gt:

• General Ship Knowledge (GSK)
• Navigation and Radar including ARPA (N&R)
• Advanced Sea Survival
• Human Elements of Leadership and Management at Operational level (HELM)

It requires a lot of effort from you the candidate and when you are successful, a professional interview (MCA oral) will complete your OOW safari.

We will assist you in achieving these lofty goals through our lecturers experience, great learning facilities and a keen interest in your own personal achievements. WE are committed to helping you meet your expectations.

NOTE: All of the requirements for the issue of certificates of competence for the yachting code are contained in the MCA document MSN 1858 which is available on the MCA website. www.MCGA.gov.uk

A PYT course completion certificate is issued to all candidates after the successful completion of modules presented by ourselves.

REQUIREMENTS FOR OFFICER OF THE WATCH (OOW) YACHTS

• 3 Years signed on a crew list.
• IYT Master of Yachts Limited or RYA Yachtmaster Offshore. 
• MCA Survival Module (Yachts).
• GMDSS Certificate.
• Navigation Radar and ARPA
• General Ship Knowledge.
• Human Elements Leadership and Management at operational level (HELM)
• Efficient Deckhand Certificate (from July 2013).
• Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS)
• Oral exam preparation recommended.
• MCA Oral Examination.

In general a candidate should be able to start at any point of the cycle and attend the entire course.

Examinations apply to all modules for which certificates are issued. MCA certificates are issued to candidates who pass the GSK and Navigation and Radar modules and are valid for a period of 3 years. GSK and Navigation and Radar examinations are sourced and marked in the UK. The Navigation and Radar course requires the candidate to be certified competent in the use of the equipment. Please note, entry to the final exam is conditional upon  the achievement of a satisfactory standard in the internal assessment components.

Note: from January 2017, an EDH certificate must have been issued at least 18 months prior to the issue of your Certificate of Competency.