
Course Fee £250.00 + VAT
Module 1
Introduction to the world of Superyachts
- What is a Superyacht?
- Definition in the UK Super Yacht Code (LY2)
- Megayacht and Gigayacht
The Superyacht Industry
- Historical Development of the Superyacht
- Origins of Yachting
The Yachts
- Different Types and Styles
- Some Basic Terms and Definitions
- Motor Yachts
- Flags
- Other Flags
- Classification
Where Can the Superyacht Be Found?
- Western Mediterranean
- Eastern Mediterranean
- Florida and the Caribbean
- Rest Of The World
What do Superyachts Do?
Conclusion
Module 3
Safety & Training
Safety Management
Standing Orders
- Crew
- Owner and Guest
Health and Safety Policy
The International Safety Management (ISM) Code
Functional Requirements For A Safety management System (SMS)
- Designated Person
- Practices and procedures
Safety Considerations Outside of The ISM
Emergency Preparation
- Emergency Succession Planning
- Harbour Fire
- Safety Equipment
Stowage And Marking
Escape Routes And Plans
Solas Safety Training Manual
Fire
Water Ingress
Medical
Ventilation Systems
Diving
Module 2
Life On Board
Introduction
Who's who
- The People who pay
- The people who get paid
- Certification
- Visa's, Passport and Insurance
Work Schedules
- Routines
Behaviour
- Joining the crew
Living in a small space
- What to expect
- Conclusion
Module 4
Finding A Job
- Introduction
- Salaries
- Preparing your CV
- Covering Letter
- Crew Agencies
- Walking the Dock
- Networking
- The Internet
- Yachting Seasons
- The Mediterranean
- The Caribbean
- Yachting areas of the World
- Interviews
- Assessing a job offer and negotiating terms
- Perks of the job
- Taxation and money management
- Insurance
