New Zealand Certificate in Maritime (Crewing) (Superyacht Crewing)

Summary

Have a passion for sailing and a dream to work on a superyacht?

Students will be introduced to all aspects of onboard life and a wide range of skills, including hospitality service. These will prepare you for anything that life as a superyacht crew member can throw at you. It's a great way to transition into hospitality and tourism.

With its busy port and thriving boat culture, Nelson is a great place to gain the skills in seamanship and hospitality you need to work in the global superyacht industry.

You've probably watched 'Below deck' and wished you too could be on board a luxury yacht and dipping your toes in the Pacific, Mediterranean or Bahamas. Why not?

There's a demand for crew members in this industry, so it's time to stop dreaming and get your ticket.

During this twelve-week programme, you will gain an introduction to all aspects of onboard life and a wide range of international qualifications that will prepare you for anything life as a superyacht crew member can throw at you.

Awesome Facilities

As part of this programme, you will enjoy world-class learning facilities, including local charter yachts, powerboats, navigation simulators, luxury accommodation, and an on-campus restaurant and bar the Rata Room to gain professional training.

International Maritime Qualifications Included in this Certificate

Incorporated into this certificate are the following internationally recognised qualifications.  

NMIT - Nelson Marlborough Institure of Technology

• New Zealand Certificate in Maritime Crewing (Superyacht Crewing) Level 3

IMINZ - International Maritime Institute of New Zealand

• Navigation
• Basic Radar
• Tender Operators
• Seamanship and Maintenance
• Maritime Engineering
• Food Safety Certificate
• Professional Interior Training
• CV Clinic and Interview Prep

STCW – Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping

• STCW Basic Sea Survival
• STCW Basic Fire Fighting
• STCW Basic First Aid
• STCW Basic Personal Safety & Social Responsibility
• STCW Security Awareness Training

RYA – Royal Yachting Association

• RYA Powerboat (Level 2)(external link)
• Competent Crew Certificate(external link)

CBES – Coastguard Boating Education NZ

• Outboard Engine Maintenance

Radio Spectrum NZ

• Maritime Restricted Operators Certificate

Hospitality

• Food Hygiene Level 2
• Licenced Liquor Controller Qualification – Bar Managers

Ride the wave and take your learning further

When you have completed this qualification, you may progress to further qualifications recognised internationally by the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW), check out the Maritime study page to see more options in:

• Domestic Operations
• Offshore Operations
• Maritime Engineering
• Commercial Fishing 

Tourism and Hospitality

You may also want to consider further education in the Hospitality and Tourism industries and pathway onto a New Zealand Certificate in Food and Beverage Service or the Tourism industry in a Certificate in Tourism and Travel.

We encourage diversity

As a training institute, NMIT is often the first port of call for ākonga (students) who aspire to work in the yachting industry, and it’s an honour to encourage diversity from the ground up by pledging our commitment to She of the Sea.

We are committed to building practices and cultures that actively facilitate, cultivate and celebrate diversity and inclusion, at all levels, throughout our organisation, and our industry.

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