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Yacht Master 100GT (Power)
Professional certification to command yachts up to 100 gross tons.
Course overview
About this course
The Yacht Master 100GT (Power) course is a professional skipper qualification designed for those who want to command power driven yachts up to 100 gross tons for commercial or private use. This program blends advanced navigation, seamanship, safety management, and leadership, preparing students to take full responsibility for vessel, crew, and passengers in international waters. Whether your goal is to captain a luxury charter yacht, manage private vessels, or progress toward a 200GT licence, this certificate gives you the skills and credibility to work professionally at sea.
Before you start
Entry requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years old
- Hold a Yacht Skipper (Power) or Boat Master certificate (or equivalent experience)
- Logged sea time: typically 30 to 50 days or 1,500 nautical miles at sea, including 30 hours as night watch leader (with evidence in logbook or letter of sea service)
- STCW Basic Safety Training (mandatory for commercial endorsement)
- Medical fitness certificate (ENG1 or equivalent recommended)
- Good English proficiency (for navigation, exams, and communication)
- Valid ID or passport
What you will cover
Course program
Advanced Navigation and Passage Planning
- Chart work, tides, currents, and pilotage
- GPS, radar, and electronic chart systems
- Weather forecasting and route planning
Yacht Handling and Seamanship
- Docking, anchoring, and berthing larger yachts
- Close quarters manoeuvring in challenging conditions
- Handling under power in open and confined waters
Safety and Emergency Management
- Fire, flooding, and onboard emergencies
- Man overboard drills and recovery with large vessels
- Risk assessment and safety planning
Crew Leadership and Professional Practice
- Watch keeping organisation and bridge management
- Crew delegation and passenger safety
- Logbook, documentation, and operational procedures
Regulations and Communication
- International COLREGS for power vessels
- Radio communication (VHF/DSC) and distress protocols
- Legal responsibilities of the captain
Assessment
- Written exam
- Practical exam
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