Superyacht crew training for Professional International Yacht Training® Mate 200 gt (Master of Yachts Coastal) Certificate

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The Superyacht Crew Academy, a division of Club Sail Pty. Ltd. and partnership school of International Yacht Training Inc. offers you a professional crew training programme that will provide you with the internationally MCA recognised Mate 200 gt (Master of Yachts Coastal) Certificate, enabling you to crew to a rank of First Mate on the world's finest super yachts.

Most insurance companies now require that all paid crew have MCA approved Yacht Training certificates and the STCW95 courses. All commercial charter vessels require MCA certified masters/captains and crew.

The IYT certificates are MCA recognized, allowing you to find employment on mega yachts registered in 23 countries around the world no matter where the yacht is located.

Mate 200 gt Certificate

What will the Mate 200 gt (Master of Yachts Coastal) Certificate allow you to do?

This certification is for the rank of First Mate on commercial vessels and super yachts up to 200 tons, up to 150 miles offshore.

First Mates work closely with the Captain, Engineer, Deck & Interior Crew, maintaining a level of perfection on deck. First Mates need to be well versed in the art of polishing, varnishing, Outboard engine maintenance & Repair, Navigational & Boat handling skills, Scuba diving Certification and expertise, safe fuelling techniques and again Yacht etiquette all become an integral part of a Mate's duties.

The 1st Mate or Officer are generally responsible for the movement of guest on the smaller tenders to & from the main vessel. They are responsible for the guests watersport entertainment & oversees the Bosun, if the yacht is large enough to afford one and the Deckhands.

What are the minimum entry requirements to apply for the IYT Mate 200 gt (Master of Yachts Coastal) Certificate ?

  • Practical and theory skills to a level of competency of International Bareboat Skipper including basic navigation and colregs. Click here to review these standards. If you do not have these skills you can take a "catch up" course prior to the professional IYT Master of Yachts Coastal Certificate course.
  • 30 days onboard a yacht at sea as an active crew member
  • 800 logged miles
  • 2 days as watch leader or skipper and 12 hours underway on watch at night
    • VHF/HF radio operator's licence or marine radio certificate from a recognized teaching authority

What's in the Professional Crew training Mate 200 gt (Master of Yachts Coastal) Course?

To achieve the International Yacht Training Master of Yachts 200 tons (Coastal) qualification, the commercial training in addition to the shore based STCW95, is navigation theory and practical sea training for 6 days onboard.

Sea Training

  • IYT Mate 200gt Theory
  • IYT Mate 200gt Practical
  • IYT Mate 200gt Exam

Shore Based Training

  • STCW95 certified courses:
    • Fire Fighting
    • First Aid
    • Sea Survival
    • Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities

How long is the course?

Sea Training – 6 days live aboard
Shore Based – 5 days

Please note that partaking in and completing the course does not give you a guarantee of passing the exam. We will teach you everything you need to know to pass, but actually passing the exam depends on you, your performance and the amount of study you are prepared to put in.

How much does the course cost?

AUD $3200 (Plus the cost of the STCW95 Course if you do not have this qualification).

This includes:

  • Hard Cover bound IYT Master of Yachts Theory Manual   
  • Course charts, navigation instruments and equipment
  • Fully provisioned meals on practical live aboard
  • Wet weather and safety gear
  • Superyacht Crew Academy Course Completion Certificate
  • Examiner and boat fees, conducted on final day of course
  • IYT/MCA recognised commercial Certificate upon successfully passing the exam
  • Crew placement service, assistance and opportunities available for your future career
  • Free advice on your resume format, with introductions to our network of worldwide crew agencies

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Where does the course run?

The course is run from the Superyacht Crew Academy, Club Sail headquarters at Newport Anchorage Marina, Pittwater, 45mins North of Sydney’s CBD and theory portions of the course are conducted at the Superyacht Training Annex at Warriewood.

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