Bluewater's US superyacht crew training centre in Fort Lauderdale, Florida (formerly ICT), a purpose-built maritime training facility with simulation equipment and an indoor training pool. The Fort Lauderdale base runs the full crew training pathway, from STCW Basic Safety through deck, engineering and GUEST interior qualifications, with both MCA and USCG approved courses.
Book direct →Bluewater is a well established name in the superyacht industry, combining a crew training academy with crew placement and yacht management services. Its US training centre in Fort Lauderdale, Florida (formerly ICT Fort Lauderdale) is a purpose-designed maritime training facility featuring simulation equipment and an indoor training pool, placing Bluewater's courses at the heart of the American yachting scene.
For new and green crew, the Fort Lauderdale centre offers the recognised entry requirements together, including STCW Basic Safety Training, RYA Powerboat Level 2 and the IAMI GUEST Introduction to Superyachts and Yachting Life. Crew can build from this foundation through deck and navigation courses such as GMDSS and the MCA Master and RYA Yachtmaster modules, engineering courses including the Approved Engine Course, and all levels of the GUEST interior programme.
Bluewater's training in Fort Lauderdale is delivered under recognised maritime accreditations including the MCA, the RYA, the US Coast Guard (USCG), the IAMI GUEST interior programme, the PYA and the SQA. Courses can be booked through Bluewater's online course search, and a number of options are also offered through e-learning.
The entry requirement for professional yacht crew, covering personal survival techniques, fire prevention and fire fighting, elementary first aid, and personal safety and social responsibilities. Delivered at the Fort Lauderdale centre alongside USCG approved courses.
Book on Bluewater →The standard powerboat handling qualification for deck crew and a common early requirement, run under Bluewater's RYA training centre recognition.
Book on Bluewater →All levels of the IAMI GUEST interior programme, from the introductory course covering yachting life, etiquette and service standards through to advanced interior modules, for crew building a career in the interior department.
Book on Bluewater →GMDSS General Operator Certificate, navigation and radar, and the MCA Master and RYA Yachtmaster Coastal, Offshore and Ocean modules that build towards Officer of the Watch and Master.
Book on Bluewater →Approved Engine Course modules 1 and 2, alongside engineering science training for crew moving into the engineering department.
Book on Bluewater →Proficiency in Advanced Fire Fighting, Proficiency in Security Awareness and Designated Security Duties, and Medical Care and First Aid courses.
Book on Bluewater →Course availability and prices vary by base and intake. Confirm current dates, locations and pricing directly with Bluewater before booking.