UKSA is one of the world's top three providers of MCA yacht certificates, offering a comprehensive range of all-inclusive MCA and STCW approved courses, including Safety, Security and Engineering Training through to MCA Deck Officer and Master training for superyachts and workboats. 

• STCW Basic Safety Training
• Master (Code Vessels less than 200gt) / Officer of the Watch (Yachts less than 500gt)
• Officer of the Watch (Yachts less than 3000gt)
• Chief Mate (Yachts less than 3000gt)
• Master (Yachts less than 500gt/3000gt)
• Efficient Deckhand
• Security Training
• Engineer Training
• Tender Handling
• Radio Communication

Our instructor team are highly skilled industry experts from the Royal Navy, Merchant Navy and Superyacht Sectors; authorities who will share their skills and expertise with you as you study.

24/7 accessibility: You will have access to specialised classrooms, facilities and resources in the evenings and during weekends. 

Simulator Suites: A valuable virtual learning environment for improving navigational skills. Here you can practise your command skills in our 270-degree class A bridge whilst  learning about an assortment of radar systems and navigation in all weathers. 

Training facilities:

• Modern lecture rooms
• Specialised classrooms
• Radio room
• Sea Survival room
• Engineering workshop
• Yacht maintenance workshop

Accommodation: You will stay in our premium accommodation in Lister House, where you are allocated a shared twin occupancy en-suite room as standard. These can be upgraded to a single occupancy room for a supplementary charge (subject to availability). 

Additional facilities:

• Canteen serving a variety of meals three times a day
• Bar 
• Gym and sports hall
• Heated indoor swimming pool
• Free WiFi across the site
• Laundry service available

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