Yachtmaster Power, Theory, Prep & Exam

with UKSA

	, Cowes, Isle of Wight
	Start date: 2026-03-31
	Duration: Various
	No Salary: Training course
	Course duration: 14 days
	Hours of work: Fulltime
	Accommodation included
	Training provided

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We don't just offer certification and training, as a youth maritime charity, we can offer that something extra. We really look after our young people. Our careers students benefit from mentoring, access to our careers network, realistic careers advice and help with CVs. We have a fantastic fleet, a waterfront 4-acre campus, inspirational instructors, and great facilities.

Course Description

a typical day on this gap project

UKSA's RYA Yachtmaster Power Theory, Prep & Exam Course is a comprehensive 14-day programme designed to prepare candidates for the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore or Coastal (Power) Certificate of Competence. The course structure is as follows:

Days 1-7: Yachtmaster Theory ' classroom-based training covering navigation, meteorology, passage planning, and collision regulations.

Days 8-12: Practical Preparation ' five days of intensive on-water coaching, applying theory to practice and developing advanced boat-handling and leadership skills.

Days 13-14: RYA Practical Examination ' assessed by an independent RYA examiner, onsite at UKSA.

Would you be a good fit?

the requirements for this course

To be eligible for the Yachtmaster Offshore (Power) examination, you must meet the following criteria:
*Sea time: Minimum of 2,500 nautical miles logged within the last 10 years
*Qualifying passages: At least five passages over 60nm, including two as skipper and two overnight
*Valid RYA First Aid or STCW Elementary First Aid (issued within the last three years)
*A GMDSS-compliant certificate such as the RYA SRC (VHF) licence

What can we offer you?

why choose us for your gap year

Course overview:
*Expert tuition
*Classroom-based theory with practical preparation and assessment
*Train aboard Fenland, Princess 368
*Training delivered in the Solent
*Food and accommodation included