MCA & RYA Online Courses News Case studies About UKSA Contact us Make a donation MCA Deck Officer Training & Certification HOME MCA & STCW TRAINING MCA DECK OFFICER TRAINING & CERTIFICATION Train with the best MCA Deck Officer training is the springboard to an exciting new career away from the normal office based nine-to-five routine. They are responsible for passage planning, safe navigation of the vessel, cargo loading, ship stability, communications and maintaining watches on the bridge at sea. With no shortage of exciting opportunities, MCA Deck Officers who graduate will be provided with a wealth of opportunities that long-term can be continued at sea or ashore. MCA Deck Officer certificates are the highest qualifications in the yachting industry and we’re proud to be one of the top providers of MCA Training in the world. MCA Officer of the Watch – Master (Code Vessels <200gt) OOW (Yachts <500gt) MCA Officer of the Watch (Yachts less than 3000gt) Course, Certification & Requirements MCA Chief Mate (Yachts less than 3000gt) Qualification & Requirements Master (Yachts less than 500gt/3000gt) Flexible MCA Training that works around you We know it can be hard to commit to dates until the very last minute, so we aim to be as flexible as possible to accommodate our MCA students. With several intakes per year on all of our MCA courses, students can either choose individual modules at a time that suits them, or the whole course in one go. We also understand the nature of the industry, so are happy to talk through the options and work out what would suit you best. A PYA regional office As a PYA regional office, UKSA has the ability and authority to certify all of your existing qualifications. Whilst on-site our MCA Training Manager will help you prepare all your necessary documents prior to them being sent to the PYA to verify your sea time. This service facilitates a painless and efficient way to secure your Notice of Eligibility (NoE) to allow you to sit an MCA oral exam for a Deck Officer or Master. MCA Deck Officer (Yacht) Training The following certificates require a combination of pre-entry requirements, training courses, assessments and sea service. Master (Code Vessels <200gt) / Officer of the Watch (Yachts <500gt) Officer of the Watch (Yachts <3000gt) Chief Mate (Yachts <3000gt) Master (Yachts <500gt/3000gt) CERTIFICATION FOR DECK OFFICERS These certificates are for experienced professionals, so if you are looking to start your career in the industry take a look at our yacht training courses. Share your #SeaChangeStories You can share your #SeaChangeStories across social media, please email us with your story and remember to send us your photos too. Our flexible training works around your busy schedule. Speak to an advisor on +44 (0)1983 203001 or email us EXPLORE COVID-19 Career training MCA training Leisure Schools & Groups Development Programmes About UKSA Our Impact Case studies UKSA blog Work for us Corporate events CONTACT Speak to UKSA on +44 (0)1983 294941 reception@uksa.org VISIT Arctic Road, West Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7PQ Courses accredited by .cls-1{fill:#fff;}Asset 1 .st0{fill:#FFFFFF;} British-Canoeing-logo Our registrations Cookies & Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Safeguarding Policy COVID-19 Policies © UKSA 2021. UKSA is registered in England (Company No.02251024). UKSA is a registered charity (No.299248). Patron: HRH The Princess Royal.