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OOW Unlimited (CoC — 32-week programme or experienced-seafarer route) sits on the deck officer progression, the qualification or exam-preparation route that moves a deck crew member up towards their next Certificate of Competency. It's currently listed with 1 provider in the YachtSync directory, including South Shields Marine School (Tyne Coast College). Eligibility depends on the sea time and prior tickets you already hold, so confirm the exact requirements with the provider before booking.
I went the cadetship route myself, with MSC Cruises and Glasgow College, after two years on yachts as a deckhand, and came back to yachts as an officer. OOW Unlimited in 2023, Chief Mate 3000 in 2024, and I've worked as officer and chief officer on yachts from 50m to 140m since. More on the cadetship route →
Max, YachtSync founder. 8 years on yachts and still active in the industry.
OOW Unlimited (CoC — 32-week programme or experienced-seafarer route) is a qualification or exam-preparation course on the deck officer ladder, part of the route towards a higher deck Certificate of Competency (CoC).
Deck crew working towards their next rank, from deckhand up through OOW, Chief Mate and Master, take this depending on where they sit on the ladder already. Exact eligibility depends on sea time and existing tickets.
Format and length vary by provider, from short orals-prep intensives to longer written-exam or full-time courses. Compare listings for the delivery style and pace that suits you.
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