Yacht Officer of the Watch - General Ship Knowledge

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Upcoming dates 8
From £1310
WHAT IS THIS COURSE?

Course Overview

A foundation course preparing candidates for Officer of the Watch (OOW) duties on yachts. Covers maritime law, ship construction, cargo handling, and operational procedures. Essential knowledge for watchkeepers and officers seeking advancement in the superyacht or commercial sectors.

Prerequisites

  • No formal prerequisites
  • Basic English proficiency required
  • Interest in maritime operations

What You'll Learn

  • Maritime law and international conventions (COLREGS, SOLAS)
  • Ship construction and stability principles
  • Cargo handling and stowage techniques
  • Navigation equipment and ECDIS operation
  • Watchkeeping procedures and bridge resource management
  • Safety and environmental regulations
COURSE AT A GLANCE

Key Facts

Duration
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Typical Cost
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Issuing Body
Warsash / RYA
Certificate
Certificate of Proficiency
UPCOMING DATES

Available Course Dates

Date School Location Price
29 Jun 2026 – 3 Jul 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1310 Book →
19 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1315 Book →
16 Nov 2026 – 20 Nov 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1315 Book →
4 Jan 2027 – 8 Jan 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1315 Book →
1 Feb 2027 – 5 Feb 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1315 Book →
22 Feb 2027 – 26 Feb 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1315 Book →
14 Jun 2027 – 18 Jun 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1315 Book →
12 Jul 2027 – 16 Jul 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1315 Book →
WHERE TO STUDY

Schools Offering This Course

Warsash Maritime School — Solent University
Warsash, United Kingdom
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