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  • 25/50 or 100-Ton Master Captain’s License - Online Course and Exam

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    Why You Need This

    Charting Your Captaincy: A Smooth Voyage to Licensing! The 25/50 or 100-Ton Master Captain's License is the highest level license that you can acquire. This master boat captain's license allows you to operate inspected vessels (7 passengers or more – like a water taxi or dive boat) or uninspected vessels. Depending on your experience, it will be issued as a 25, 50, or 100-ton. The Coast Guard does not require that you advance through the different licenses one at a time. So, if you qualify, you can go straight to a Master's level as your first license!

    What Is Mariners White Glove Service

    When you purchase a captain’s course from us, we include our Mariners White Glove Service. This means that we will be with you every step of the way until you have your captain’s license.

    Once you’ve passed the exam for your captain’s license, there are some additional steps to apply for and receive your license from the USCG. But don’t worry, included with your purchase is our License Application Support.

    Powered by MM-SEAS, you can access live, expert USCG licensing advice and career mentorship whenever needed. Our White Glove Service double-checks your USCG application for common mistakes, saving you time and hassle. Licensing paperwork has never been easier. Normally, this has a $198 value, but we include this for free for two years!

    Pass Guarantee

    You put in the work, we guarantee you'll pass your exam! We wrote the course material and the exam so rest assured, you'll be adequately prepared with what you need to know to pass that test and feel confident on the water. With our Pass Guarantee and unmatched customer support, learning with Mariners is RISK-FREE!

    Put in the work, lean on our support, and we guarantee you'll pass your exam!

    Guided application support included - FREE, a $198 value!


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    Chart Your Course: Master the Mariners Captain's Programs

    Start your journey towards achieving your captain's license with Mariners Learning System. Begin with the OUPV and think about attaching a Towing Endorsement, then advance to the Master's license. Enhance your credentials further by adding a Towing or Sailing Endorsement - or both! We recommend aiming for the highest license you qualify for to maximize your potential. Our expert team is here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring you develop the knowledge and expertise to excel in your maritime career.

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    Everything You Need To Know

    The United States Coast Guard (USCG) Master's captain's license authorizes the holder to operate both inspected and uninspected vessels. Inspected vessels are those certified by the USCG to carry more than six paying passengers plus crew. Examples include ferry boats, harbor tour boats, and whale-watching boats.
    Individuals who wish to operate inspected vessels that carry more than six passengers, such as charter boats, tour boats, or ferries in United States waters, must obtain a 25/50/100-Ton Master's captain's license.
    An inspected passenger vessel is a boat or ship that is required to comply with specific safety regulations set by the U.S. Coast Guard. These regulations cover construction standards, safety equipment, crew training, and operational guidelines. The vessel undergoes regular inspections to ensure adherence to these standards. The vessel will have a Certificate of Inspection (COI) onboard, which specifies the maximum number of paying passengers allowed and indicates the type of Master’s license required for operation.
    An uninspected vessel has less stringent requirements and typically carries six or fewer passengers for hire. In contrast, inspected vessels can carry more than six paying passengers and must adhere to strict construction, safety, equipment, and manning regulations.
    There are various versions of the Master's license. The USCG Master licenses available include the Master's Inland (authorizes operation on inland waters), the Master's Near Coastal (permits operation on inland waters and up to 200 miles offshore), and the Master's Near Coastal with Great Lakes (allows operation on inland waterways, the Great Lakes, and up to 200 miles offshore). The tonnage categories - 25, 50, or 100 tons - correspond to the maximum size of inspected vessels you can professionally operate; you will be restricted to 100 gross tons for uninspected vessels.
    To qualify, you must have adequate documented sea service time on vessels of appropriate tonnage, be at least 19 years old, and have U.S. citizenship. Additionally, you need a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), successful completion of a USCG-approved Master-level course and proctored exam, and a physical examination and drug test. You must also hold a valid CPR and First Aid certification and pay the application fees to the Coast Guard.
    No, you are not required to progress sequentially through the tonnage categories. Based on your documented sea service experience on appropriately sized vessels, you may qualify directly for a 50- or 100-ton license.
    Sea service can be documented using official logs, letters from vessel owners or operators, or sea service forms that detail the capacity in which you served, the vessel(s) size, and the time spent on board.
    Yes, the USCG accepts military sea service, but you need to provide appropriate military documentation that certifies your role and time spent on vessels.
    Yes, under certain conditions, the time spent serving on foreign-flagged vessels may count. However, the NMC reviews these on a case-by-case basis. You must provide valid documentation of your service.
    The license is valid for five years. To renew it, you must demonstrate recent sea service or pass a Coast Guard-approved written requirement in lieu, undergo a physical examination, remain drug-free, and pay an application fee.

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