Category: STCW Training & Certs
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If you’re planning to start a career as a deckhand or stewardess, there are a few mandatory certificates you’ll need before you even step on board. These courses prove you’re trained for safety, service, and basic life at sea — and they’re often non-negotiable for your first job. Here are the five core certificates every…
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Updated: August 2025 If you’re serious about working on yachts, you need two certificates before applying for any job: the STCW Basic Safety Training and the ENG1 Seafarer’s Medical. Here’s what they are and how to get them. 1. What Is the STCW? STCW stands for “Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping.” It’s a five-day…