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WHAT IS STCW-95 AND HOW CAN I OBTAIN THIS?
"STANDARD OF TRAINING CERTIFICATION AND WATCH KEEPING SEAFARERS" - This is an international standard arising from the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and has the force of the law in all signatory countries.
The course consists of the following modules:
- Occupational Health and Safety At Sea
- Basic Fire Fighting
- Social Responsibilities
- Senior First Aid
If this course is undertaken in Australia YOU MUST have an endorsement by AMSA as you will only hold a state ticket, not an international ticket.
When you are researching organisations that conduct the STCW95 courses please note you need to ensure you are booking into the right courses.
If you complete a MCA STCW95 course in Australia you need to be aware that this course is not recognised by Australian flagged vessels, it is only recognised by foreign flagged vessels that are cruising overseas or cruising around Australian waters.
If you complete an AMSA STCW95 course in Australia, this course will be recognised by both Australian flagged yachts and foreign flagged yachts cruising overseas or cruising Australian waters. You will need to hold a STCW95 AMSA ticket on Australian vessels that are travelling outside Australian waters.
WHAT DOES MCA STAND FOR?
MCA STANDS FOR (Maritime Coast Guard Agency)
WHAT DOES AMSA STAND FOR?
AMSA STANDS FOR (Australian Maritime Safety Authority)
The training organisations you can obtain your AMSA STCW95 within Australia
CAIRNS TAFE:
+ 61 (0) 7 4042 2422
WEBSITE: http://www.tnqit.tafe.qld.gov.au/
CALOUNDRA TAFE:
+ 61 (0) 7 5459 3000
WEBSITE: http://www.sunshinecoast.tafe.qld.gov.au
AUSTRALIAN MARITIME COLLEGE:
+61 (0) 3 6335 4711
WEBSITE: http://www.amc.edu.au
NEWCASTLE TAFE
+61 (0) 2 4923 7222
WEBSITE: http://www.hunter.tafensw.edu.au
FREMANTLE TAFE
+61 (0) 8 9239 8000
WEBSITE: http://www.challengertafe.wa.edu.au
KAYE WILLIAMS – WHITSUNDAY SAILING CLUB
+ 61 (0) 7 49 466138
kayewilliams@whitsundaysailingclub.com.au
WEBSITE: www.whitsundaysailingclub.com.au
To obtain further information about AMSA courses please contact: http://www.amsa.gov.au
WHAT IS AN ENG1 MCA MEDICAL CERTIFICATE AND HOW DO I OBTAIN THIS?
ENG1 is a Seafarers medical exam. It is becoming mandatory for work on MCA Charter Yachts but is also worth getting for all yachts to enhance your employment opportunities. It is valid for 2 years and cost varies to where it is obtained. You can obtain it at medical centres worldwide. In Australia the following centres are approved:
This MCA medical certificate will only be recognised by foreign flagged vessels not Australian flagged yachts.
BRISBANE: Anzac Square Medical Centre + 61 (0) 7 322 91344
MELBOURNE: Monash Cauldfield Health Service + 61 (0) 3 9903 1177
SYDNEY: Medical and Dental Centre + 61 (0) 2 9261 9200
WHAT IS AN AMSA MEDICAL CERTIFICATE AND HOW DO I OBTAIN THIS?
AMSA Medical is a Seafarers medical exam. It is becoming mandatory for work on a Australian and overseas Charter Yachts but is also worth getting for all yachts to enhance your employment opportunities. It is valid for 2 years and cost varies to where it is obtained.
To obtain your AMSA medical the nearest locations are provided to you on the AMSA web-site. please go to the following web-site to find the nearest medical centres.
WHAT VISA'S DO I NEED TO WORK ON THE SUPER YACHTS?
We advise all crew wanting to work overseas to obtain their B1 / B2 American visa before you leave. It is easier to obtain this in your own country even if your current circumstances do not require this, (e.g. heading to Europe) as you will eventually need this when your vessel heads to the states. You will be required to go to the embassy for an interview to obtain this. Most visas are valid from between 6 months - 10 years pending which country you are in and it is a multi entry visa. If you are in Australia go to or call on 1902 941 641 to down load the form and get the correct information. http://usembassy-australia.state.gov
A B1/B2 visa is a visa which allows you to work on foreign flagged vessels cruising American waters. This type of visa does not allow you to work on land or American Flagged vessels. If you are caught on an American flagged vessel without a Green Card you will be deported from the country.
HOW TO SET OUT YOUR RESUME FOR THE SUPER YACHT INDUSTRY?
Please find Crew Pacific's resume guideline that you can download and follow from our web-site.
WHAT IF I HAVE NO YACHTING EXPERIENCE?
Having no previous yachting experience is not a disadvantage to you, as most Yacht Captains, Chief Officers and Chief Steward/ Stewardess prefer to employ candidates that they can train themselves. An advantage is having the basic STCW95, ENG 1 and some formal Steward/Stewardess training ensuring the training is Internationally recognized and taught by experienced Super Yacht crew that have worked within the industry. Completing this type of training shows the Captain, Chief Officers, Chief Steward/ Stewardess that you are a professional crew member who is willing to commit to the industry.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO FIND EMPLOYMENT?
Depending on the yacht seasons, qualifications and your location will affect your chances. There is no time frame to get a job, Crewing agencies can only inform you of jobs that come though and that you have the right criteria for the position. The more accessible, qualified and experienced you are the higher your chances are off obtaining employment aboard a Super Yacht.
CREW PACIFIC'S STEWARD/ESS COURSE — WHY CHOOSE US?
We believe to become a Professional Steward/ Stewardess in the Super Yacht Industry you need to be taught by a experienced and qualified Steward/ Stewardess that has the "Expertise and hands on" knowledge within the Super Yacht industry. Before booking courses you need to ensure that the organization delivers that right criteria and that the teachers have worked within the Super Yacht Industry for at least five years both Sail/Motor, Private and Charter around the world. Please view Crew Pacific's Steward/ Stewardess eight day training course on the web-site.
WHAT DOES CREW PACIFIC'S TWO DAY SUPER YACHT INDUCTION COURSE COVER?
This course prepares you for the International Super Yacht Industry and gives you an understanding of the Super Yacht Industry as a whole. This course is beneficial to those that looking at travelling overseas to obtain work. (Please enquire at info@crewpacific.com.au OR crew@crewpacific.com.au regarding the modules that is covered in the course criteria). Please view Crew Pacific's two day induction course on the web-site.
WHEN ARE THE YACHTING SEASONS?
THE MEDITERREAN SEASON “Palma de Mallorca, Spain, Italy, Turkey, France, Greece”
The best months for these countries average from early April to Late November. This is the prime time for crew to look for work due to the yachts beginning their season with owners and guests. Hence needing extra crew to help them out through the busy time and possibly leading to permanent work.
CARRIBBEAN AND BAHAMAS SEASON “Antigua, St Maarten”
The busiest time for yachting in the Caribbean is it's winter months, but saying that it is fortunately active all year round just like the Bahamas is a popular spot all year round. Majority of Crew will be flown from Fort Lauderdale, Florida (where majority of crew base themselves) for the Bahamas due to it being so close to the Untied States of America as it's uncommon for crew to base themselves in the Bahamas.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA "Newport, Rhode Island" “Ft Lauderdale”
In the summer months (May - September) majority of the yachts are making their way from Florida, the Bahamas and the Caribbean, to head to the northeast coast of the United States. New Port, Rhode Island and all the way down to New York and the surrounding Islands are, an extremely active spot for yachting with owners and charter guests.