New Zealand Certificate in Maritime (Crewing) (Level 3) (Superyacht Crewing)
Hospo, Food & Tourism
A course by
NMIT
Gain the skills and international certifications needed for a career as a superyacht crew member, combining maritime operations with hospitality and industry-recognised training.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Nelson, Nelson
It will take a total of 12 weeks
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Understand and perform key superyacht crew duties
Students will gain an introduction to all aspects of onboard life and develop a wide range of international certifications, preparing them for various crew roles on a superyacht.
Develop maritime navigation and safety skills
Obtain qualifications in navigation, basic radar, STCW basic sea survival, firefighting, and personal safety and social responsibilities.
Practice seamanship, tender operations, and maintenance
Operate tenders, maintain yacht engines and deck, and demonstrate practical seamanship in real maritime environments.
What You're Signing Up For
This 12-week, full-time certificate prepares you for a career on superyachts with a mix of practical maritime and hospitality training. You'll learn onboard life, navigation, maritime engineering, interior service, and safety—gaining internationally recognised qualifications (IMINZ, STCW, RYA, CBES, Radio Spectrum NZ). The programme includes hands-on experiences aboard yachts and powerboats, and provides a pathway to further maritime or hospitality studies.
Course Content
- Onboard life and crew responsibilities
- Navigation and radar operations
- Tender operations
- Seamanship and maintenance
- Maritime engineering
- Food safety and hygiene
- Professional interior and hospitality service training
- CV clinic and interview preparation
- STCW Basic Sea Survival and Fire Fighting
- First Aid and Personal Safety
- Security Awareness Training
- RYA Powerboat Level 2
- Competent Crew Certificate
- Outboard Engine Maintenance
- Maritime Restricted Operators Certificate (Radio)
- Licenced Liquor Controller qualification
- Training at sea and on water (sailing and powerboat)
What you need to know first
Open Entry if the campus delegate is satisfied that the applicant can complete the programme.
Medical fitness assessment (Maritime Rules Part 34) required.
Proof of English proficiency for non-native English or te reo Māori speakers: IELTS (General) score of 5 with no band lower than 5, or equivalent.
Completion and submission of a medical form.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Superyacht
Maritime
Hospitality
Tourism
Future employment opportunities might be
Superyacht crew
Hospitality roles on yachts
Maritime industry operational support roles
Deckhand
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