The Australian Superyacht Training College is a fully approved training academy and our training is recognised by the British Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
Together with International Yachtmaster Training, our commitment to excellence in training and a strong emphasis on quality instruction has led to formal approvals from the 25 Governments shown opposite.
Our Master of Yachts courses are recognised by all major insurance companies and our recreational certification is accepted by all major Yacht charter companies.
No other nautical training organisation in the world is as internationally recognised as we are. Together with IYT schools worldwide we provide training to the highest standards making IYT certification the most desirable and highly sought after certificates
Professional Qualifications
The importance of having an internationally recognised qualification cannot be underestimated. Superyacht owners are always looking for competent and experienced crew for their vessels. The Australian Superyacht College training together with IYT Yachtmaster qualifications are amongst the most highly sought after qualifications within the Superyacht Industry.Click for details of our Professional Courses.
Superyacht Positions
There are several career options within the Superyacht industry, including Deck (Captain/Master; Chief/First Mate; Second Mate/Bosun; Deckhand), Engineering (Chief and Second Engineer) and Hospitality (Chief Steward/ess or Purser; Steward/ess; Chef and Sous Chef.
When you have completed your training we can assist you to find a well paid challenging job within the Superyacht Industry.Click here for more details on how to start your Superyacht career.
STCW 95
STCW 95 refers to the “Standards of Trainng, Certification and Watchkeeping” for mariners. The STCW 95 standards were introduced by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) in 1995 following agreement by 154 maritime nations around the world.
STCW 95 is part of maritime law and is enforced around the world. Whilst it covers all certification and training across the entire maritime industry the term STCW or STCW 95 is normally used to describe thebasic maritime safety training that all crew must undertake before they can go to sea, and covers:
- Fire fighting;
- First Aid & CPR;
- Personal Survival; and
- Personal Safety and Social Responsibility
