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(john percival marine associates), what are the requirements for a master less than 200gt coc.
The MCA have brought out the Master (code vessels <200gt), OOW (Yachts less than <500gt) CoC for those who hold a Yachtmaster Offshore or Yachtmaster Ocean, and would like to hold an MCA Master CoC.
There are 2 variants of the Master <200gt: ‘Limited to 150 miles from safe haven’ & ‘Unlimited area’.
If you hold the Yachtmaster Offshore CoC, you will get the limited Master <200gt CoC, if you hold the Yachtmaster Ocean CoC, you will get the unlimited Master <200gt CoC.
If your final aim is to achieve the Master <500gt or Master <3000gt CoC, you will need to have the OOW <3000gt CoC before you can move on to the Master CoCs.
In order to gain a Master <200gt CoC, you will need to do some classroom training, some sea service, and finally an oral exam.
Required Service:
You need to have 6 months of sea service on vessels of any size, whilst holding an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore or IYT Master of Yachts Limited certificate.
Sea Service Verification Process – please click here to read about new regulations.
The courses you must undertake for Master <200gt are:
STCW Basic Safety Week certificates (PST or RYA Basic Sea Survival/PSSR/Elementary First Aid/Basic Fire Fighting) RYA or IYT Yachtmaster Offshore or Yachtmaster Ocean Shorebased & Practical certs (either sail or power). These need to be Commercially Endorsed NOTE: you don’t need to have a shorebased Yachtmaster certificate if your Yachtmaster CoC was issued before 31st July 2003 GMDSS ROC (if YM Offshore is used) or GMDSS GOC (if YM Ocean is used) certificate ENG1 Medical certificate Human Element Leadership & Management (Operational) certificate
Updating Training for CoC applications – anyone serving on board ship, who holds any of the following certificates must, as of 1st January 2017, have documentary evidence of either completing the training course or updating training within the last 5 years:
- Personal Survival Techniques
- Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats (CPSC & RB)
- Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats (PFRB)
- Basic Fire Fighting
- Advanced Fire Fighting
Applying for an NoE:
To do the final oral exam for Master <200gt, you will need a Notice of Eligibility. This document is issued once the MCA have assessed your eligibility, and an oral exam cannot be booked until the NoE is issued.
Your service needs to be proved with 2 forms of evidence for each vessel on which you are claiming service time. Usually a Testimonial and a Certificate of Discharge. If you have a discharge book, this can be used with a testimonial for each vessel, or if you are a member of the PYA they will attest your PYA logbook.
You must send a form of ID with your application. You can send a copy of your passport, signed by your Captain and with their CoC number noted, but you can also send any form of National ID – birth certificate or Discharge Book are usually easier to cope without!
Click here to view MSN 1858 (the testimonials and certificate of discharge can be found as annexes of the M Notice on pages 33-37)
Update to Electronic NoE application process & online oral exams
You will need to download the application form . You must complete the form and send all of your original certificates to the MCA. The NoE will be processed in about 28 days. Once the NoE is issued you are deemed eligible to take the oral exam.
JPMA offers oral preparation courses for the Master <200gt oral exam. Click here for details.
MCA Officer of the Watch – Master (Code Vessels <200gt) OOW (Yachts <500gt)
Work towards your master (code vessels 200gt) oow (yachts <500gt).
This generic MCA certificate of competency allows seafarers to become a captain of any vessel less than 200gt.This includes work boats and wind farm support vessels.
- GMDSS General Operators Certificate (GOC)
- Human Element, Leadership and Management (Operational Level)
Orals Preparation (Master< 200gt) OOW (Yachts less than 500gt)
Why the master 200gt, about the course.
Passing the Master 200gt will allow you to become the Captain on any vessel less than 200gt. This includes work boats and wind farm support vessels.
The Master (Code Vessels <200gt) Officer of the watch (Yachts <500gt) training covers two capacities:
- Limited (*not more than 150 miles from a safe haven)
- Unlimited (**unlimited area).
Before you can obtain the Master (Code Vessels <200gt), Officer of the watch (Yachts <500gt) Certificate of Competency (CoC) you must complete the relevant training modules along with the required MCA Ancillary courses to qualify to sit the Master (Code Vessels <200gt) Officer of the watch (Yachts <500gt) Certificate of Competency oral examination.
Required modules & certification
Required training & certification: , recommended training: .
- Orals Preparation Master (Code Vessels <200gt) Officer of the Watch (Yachts <500gt)
To qualify for the Master (Code Vessels <200gt) Officer of the Watch (Yachts <500gt) Certificate of Competency Oral examination, you will be required to hold the pass certificates from the training courses above and also meet the following entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Limited certificate*.
Master Officer of the Watch limited – not more than 150 miles from safe haven.
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have completed 6 months seagoing service while holding an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore or IYT Master of Yachts Limited certificate
- An RYA Yachtmaster Offshore certificate and a certificate of successful completion of a Shorebased Yachtmaster Offshore course; or
- An IYT Master of Yachts Limited
- Hold a valid ENG1 (medical fitness certificate) or accepted equivalent
- STCW Basic Safety Training
Unlimited Certificate**
Master Officer of the Watch unlimited – no limit on area
- Have completed 6 months seagoing service while holding an RYA Yachtmaster Ocean or IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited certificate
- An RYA Yachtmaster Ocean certificate and a certificate of successful completion of a shorebased Yachtmaster Ocean course; or
- An IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited
Please Note: The above entry requirements are not required to attend the training courses for Master (Code Vessels less than 200gt) Officer of the watch (Yachts less than 500gt). However they are required to apply for your Notice of Eligibility (NoE) and sit the final CoC Oral Examination. Full details can be found on the MCA Oral Examination Form MSF 4343 .
For full Training and Certification Guidance of the UK requirements of Deck Officers on Large Yachts (over 24m) please refer to MSN 1858 .
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Embark on an extraordinary journey into the world of professional sailing with the IYT Master of Yachts Limited 200 Ton Sail certification. This comprehensive program is designed for individuals with a passion for sailing who aspire to captain yachts up to 200 gross tons with the highest level of competence and safety.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - IYT Master of Yachts Limited 200 Ton Sail
Q: What is the IYT Master of Yachts Limited 200 Ton Sail certification?
A: The IYT Master of Yachts Limited 200 Ton Sail certification is an internationally recognized qualification for individuals who aspire to become captains of sailing yachts up to 200 gross tons. It signifies a high level of competence and knowledge in yacht operation and management.
Q: Who is this course suitable for?
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Q:What are the prerequisites for enrolling in the course?
A:To enroll in the IYT Master of Yachts Limited 200 Ton Sail course, you should have prior sailing experience and ideally hold the IYT Bareboat Skipper certification or equivalent. However, individual requirements may vary by training provider, so it's best to check with the specific school offering the course.
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Certification for Deck Officers on Commercial and Private yachts
Guidance for applying for a Deck CoC for Commercial and Private Yachts.
Applying for a Deck Commercial and Private Yachts CoC
To apply for a deck officer CoC specific to Yachts, please use form MSF 4343 .
Detailed information and guidance about yacht training and certification is available in MSN 1858 Amendment 1 .
Click here for the Yacht OOW less than 3000GT training record book . More information can be found in MSN 1858 Amendment 1 which details the sea service requirements for OOW Yachts that may grant an exemption from completing the TRB
Exam Syllabuses
Exam Syllabuses can be found on the MCA examination syllabuses page.
For Oral Exam Syllabuses please refer to UK seafarer careers: Training provision, information and examination syllabuses - Oral exam syllabuses
For written Exam Syllabuses please refer to UK seafarer careers: Training provision, information and examination syllabuses - written exam syllabuses .
New Sea Time Requirements
All seagoing service on board Yachts should be approved by either;
- Nautilus International (Nautilus)
- Professional Yachting Association (PYA)
Failure to do this can cause severe delays of around 160 days. Further information can be found in MIN 543
Conversions to a Yacht CoC
These conversions are subject to change, however your requirements will be listed on your NOE.
| UK Certificate Held | Required | Conversion |
|---|---|---|
| Fishing Class 1 | Master Code <200GT, Unlimited Area | |
| Fishing Class 1 | Master (yachts less than 500GT) | |
| Fishing Class 2 / Second Hand Full | Master Code <200GT, Less than 150 nautical miles from safe haven | |
| UK , , II/1 (unlimited) | Master Code <200 GT, Unlimited area | |
| , II/1 (unlimited) | Officer of the Watch (yachts less than 3000 GT) | |
| UK , , II/1 (unlimited) | Chief Mate (yachts less than 3000 GT) | |
| UK , , II/1 (unlimited) | Master (yachts less than 500 GT) | |
| UK , , II/1 (unlimited) | Master (yachts less than 3,000 GT) | |
| , II/1 (unlimited) | Master (yachts less than 500 GT) | |
| , II/1 (unlimited) | Master (yachts less than 3000 GT) | |
| Chief Mate, II/2 (unlimited) | Master (yachts less than 3000 GT) | |
| Master II/2 (unlimited) | Master (yachts less than 3000 GT) | |
| Master, <500 GT, unlimited area, II/2 | Master (yachts less than 3000 GT) | |
| French, Italian, New Zealand Yacht . | Master (yachts less than 500 GT) | |
| French, Italian, New Zealand Yacht . | Master (yachts less than 3000 GT) | |
| French, Italian, New Zealand Yacht Master < 500 GT . | Master (yachts less than 3000 GT) | |
| French, Italian, New Zealand Yacht Master < 3000 GT | Master (yachts less than 3000 GT) |
If you would like to obtain a Master yachts, less than 3,000 GT, II/2, Certificate of Competency, with the exception of ‘Celestial Navigation’, all IAMI written examinations must be passed prior to the issue of your Notice of Eligibility (NOE).
‘Celestial Navigation’ training module passes are valid for 1 year. All other yacht training module and examination certificates are valid for 3 years. The training module pass certificate must be in date at the time of the issue of the Certificate of Competency.
Seagoing service definitions for this conversion section can be found in MSN 1858 Amendment 1 .
The Ancillary Course Certificate Table on this page lists the ancillary and safety courses applicable to each yacht CoC .
All the references to a CoC or FSE pertain to those issued by the MCA unless otherwise started.
Conversions from a Fishing CoC
Conversion a.
If you hold a United Kingdom (UK) Class 1 (fishing vessel) CoC you must meet the following requirements to obtain a Master (code vessels less than 200 GT unlimited area) Officer of the Watch (yachts less than 500 GT) CoC :
- Hold the applicable ancillary technical and safety course certificates listed in Table A;
- Hold a valid ENG1 (Medical Fitness Certificate) or accepted equivalent.
Conversion B
If you hold a UK Class 1 (fishing vessel) CoC you must meet the following requirements to obtain a Master (yachts less than 500 GT) CoC :
- Business and Law (Master Yachts);
- Navigation, Radar and ARPA Simulator (Master Yachts);
- Pass the IAMI Celestial Navigation written examination;
- Hold a valid ENG1 (medical fitness certificate) or accepted equivalent;
- Pass the Master (yachts less than 500 GT) oral examination (to include command elements of Oral examination for Master Code Vessel less than 200 GT).
If you hold an Irish Deck Class 1 or Class 2 (fishing vessel) CoC you will be eligible to apply for the United Kingdom Fishing Class 1 (fishing vessel) CoC , provided that you meet the relevant sea time requirements. After you complete all of the requirements to obtain a UK Class 1 (fishing vessel) CoC , you will eligible to apply for conversions A and B.
Conversion C
If you hold a UK Class 2 (fishing vessel) or Second Hand Full (fishing vessel) CoC you must meet the following requirements to obtain a Master (Code vessels less than 200 GT not more than 150 miles from safe haven) Officer of the Watch (yachts less than 500 GT) CoC :
Conversions from an OOW II/1 CoC or FSE
Conversion d.
If you hold a UK OOW unlimited, regulation II/1 CoC you must meet the following requirements to obtain a Master (code vessels less than 200 GT unlimited area) CoC :
- 3 months’ seagoing service on vessels of between 15 metres and 24 metres or under 200 GT.
- Hold a valid ENG1 (Medical Fitness Certificate) or accepted equivalent;
- Pass MCA oral examination for the Master (Code vessels less than 200 GT) oral examination.
Seagoing service for the Master code less than 200GT CoC can be in the form of seagoing service testimonials or a company letter signed by the owner or operator. This cannot be self-certified.
Conversion E
If you hold an OOW unlimited, Regulation II/1 that is eligible to obtain an FSE you must meet the following requirements to obtain a UK Officer of the Watch (yachts less than 3000 GT) CoC :
- Hold the applicable ancillary technical and safety course certificates listed in Table A.
- Hold a valid ENG1 (Medical Fitness Certificate) or accepted equivalent
- Pass the OOW (yachts less than 3000 GT) oral examination.
Conversion F
If you hold a UK OOW unlimited, Regulation II/1 CoC you must meet the following requirements to obtain a Chief Mate (yachts less than 3000 GT) endorsement on your CoC :
Conversion G
If you hold a UK OOW unlimited, Regulation II/1 CoC you must meet the following requirements to obtain a Master (yachts less than 500 GT):
- 12 months’ seagoing service whilst holding an OOW Unlimited II/1 CoC ;
- Pass the Master (yachts less than 500 GT) oral examination.
Conversion H
If you hold a UK OOW unlimited, Regulation II/1 CoC you must meet the following requirements to obtain a Master (yachts less than 3000 GT) CoC :
- 24 months’ seagoing service whilst holding an OOW CoC ;
- Pass an MCA approved Celestial Navigation examination;
- Pass the Master (yachts less than 3000 GT) oral examination.
Conversion I
If you hold an OOW unlimited, regulation II/1 that is eligible to obtain an FSE you must meet the following requirements to obtain Master (yachts less than 500 GT) CoC :
- 12 months’ seagoing service whilst holding OOW II/1 CoC ;
- Seamanship and Meteorology (Master Yachts);
- Stability (Master Yachts);
Conversion J
If you hold an OOW unlimited, Regulation II/1 that is eligible to obtain an FSE you must meet the following requirements to obtain Master (yachts less than 3,000 GT):
- 24 months’ seagoing service whilst holding OOW II/1 CoC ;
- Pass the Master (yachts less than 3,000 GT) oral examination.
Conversions from a Chief Mate or Master CoC or FSE
Conversion k.
If you hold a Chief Mate unlimited, Regulation II/2, that is eligible to obtain an FSE you must meet the following requirements to obtain Master (yachts less than 3000 GT):
- 12 months’ sea going service whilst holding Chief Mate CoC ;
Conversion L
If you hold a Master unlimited, Regulation II/2, that is eligible to obtain an FSE to you must meet the following requirements to obtain a Master II/2 (yachts less than 3000 GT) CoC :
Conversion M
If you hold a Master less than 500 GT or 3000 GT unlimited area, Regulation II/2 that is eligible to obtain an FSE you must meet the following requirements to obtain a Master (yachts less than 3000 GT):
- 12 months’ seagoing service whilst holding a Master II/2 CoC ;
Conversions from a French, Italian or New Zealand Yacht CoC
Conversion n.
If you hold an OOW Yacht, less than 3000 GT, Unlimited area Regulation II/1, CoC issued by the French, Italian or New Zealand Maritime authority you must meet the following requirements to obtain Master II/2 (yachts less than 500 GT) CoC :
- 12 months’ onboard service and 120 days watchkeeping service whilst holding an OOW CoC ;
- Navigation and Radar ( OOW yachts);
- General Ship Knowledge ( OOW yachts);
- Business and Law (Master Yachts) ;
- Navigation, Radar and ARPA Simulator (Master Yachts)
Conversion O
If you hold an OOW Yacht restricted, less than 3000 GT, unlimited area regulation II/1, CoC issued by the French, Italian or New Zealand Maritime authority you must meet the following requirements to obtain Master II/2 (yachts less than 3,000 GT) CoC :
- 24 months’ onboard service and 240 days watchkeeping service whilst holding an OOW CoC ;
Conversion P
If you hold a Master Yacht restricted, less than 500 GT regulation II/2, CoC issued by the French, Italian or New Zealand Maritime authority you must meet the following requirements to obtain Master II/2 (yachts less than 3000 GT):
- 12 months’ onboard service and 120 days watchkeeping service whilst holding a Master Yacht II/2, Yacht CoC ;
Conversion Q
If you hold a Master Yacht restricted, less than 3,000 GT unlimited area, regulation II/2 CoC issued by the French, Italian or New Zealand Maritime authority you must meet the following requirements to obtain Master II/2 (yachts less than 3000 GT):
Ancillary Course Certificate Table
For the MCA’s acceptance of certificates from foreign Flag States for various certificates, please see Section 5 of MSN 1858 Amendment 1 or Section 4 of MIN 643
| Ancillary Course Certificate | Master Code Vessel <200 GT II/2 | Master Code Vessel <200 GT II/2 | Yacht <3000 GT | Chief Mate Yacht <3000 GT | Master Yacht <500 GT <3000 GT | STCW Reference | Updated Training required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | A-V1/1-1 | Yes | |
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | A-VI/1-2 | Yes | |
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | A-V1/1-3 | ||
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | A-V1/1-4 | ||
| Yes | Yes | Yes | A-V1/2 | Yes | |||
| Yes | Yes | A-VI/3 | Yes | ||||
| Yes | Yes | A-V1/4-1 | |||||
| Yes | A-VI/4-2 | Every 5 Years | |||||
| Optional | Optional | Yes | Yes | Yes | A-II/1 and A-II/2 | ||
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | A-IV/2 | |||
| Yes | Yes | Yes | A-IV/2 | ||||
| Yes | Yes | Yes | A-II/1 | ||||
| Yes | Yes | A-II/2 |
For the issue of a CoC :
A - For these Certificates the MCA will accept certificates issued under the authority of any IMO White List country.
B - For these Certificates the MCA will accept certificates issued under the authority of any EU/EEA Member State, and may accept those issued under the authority of Canada, New Zealand and South Africa.
C - For these Certificates the Certificates must be MCA-approved.
D - For these Certificates the MCA will accept certificates issued under the authority of any EU Member State and those listed on the approved list available from our website: www.gov.uk and search “GMDSS”.
Updating Training
You will be required to provide documentary evidence of either completing the training course or updating your training within the preceding 5 years for these certificates for all CoC applications. To satisfy Port State Control requirements you will need to hold evidence onboard your vessel of completing or updating your training within the last 5 years. For further information relating to STCW course certificates, including their validity, please refer to [MSN 1865 amendment 1]https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/msn-1865-m-amendment-1-uk-requirements-for-emergency-occupational-safety-security-medical-care-and-survival-functions).
Proficiency Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than fast rescue boats) - (Restricted)
Proficiency Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than fast rescue boats) - (Restricted), previously Non-STCW Advanced Sea Survival, may be accepted in lieu of Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats for Yacht CoCs. Your CoC will be endorsed with the following limitation: “Not for use on ships equipped with davit launched lifeboats”
Non-STCW Advanced Sea Survival and Proficiency Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than fast rescue boats) - (Restricted) must be updated every 5 years in line with Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats. The MCA would recommend that all seafarers hold an STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Certificate of Proficiency. This is due to potential problems of Port State Control Officers outside of the UK, not accepting non-STCW Advanced Sea Survival.
Any person operating any radio equipment must be appropriately qualified. The GMDSS course forms part of the education and training required to obtain a UK CoC . To obtain a UK CoC you must hold a valid GMDSS certificate issued by the UK or an administration recognised by the MCA. The certificate must have an STCW endorsement. For further information about the GMDSS and how to obtain an STCW endorsement, please refer to MSN 1864 amendment 1 or search our website www.gov.uk for “GMDSS”.
Medical Care
The Medical Care certificate is valid for a period of 5 years. This must be valid when you apply for your Certificate of Competency. If you serve on an EU-registered vessel as a Master or are the person in charge of medical care on a vessel operating in the unlimited area, you will need to have undertaken approved Medical Care training or a refresher course within the previous 5 years. This is the requirement of Article 4(1) (b) of Directive 92/29 EEC.
MCA Approved ECDIS Training is a mandatory requirement for OOW (yachts less than 3000GT), Chief Mate (yachts less than 3000 GT), Master (yachts less than 500 GT and 3000 GT).
If you are applying for a Master Code Vessel, less than 200 GT, CoC and do not complete an MCA-approved ECDIS course you will receive the following limitation:
“From the 1 January 2017 this certificate is not valid for service on ships fitted with ECDIS.”
Updates to this page
Clarified Conversions D, F, G, H are from UK CoCs only.
Update to reflect new M Notices.
Updated Sea Time requirements for French, Italian and New Zealand Yacht Licence holders.
MIN 520 replaced with MIN 535, Medical Care guidance added
New sea time requirements added
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IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited
Master of Yachts 200GT
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The IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited is an MCA-recognized commercial Master License for Yachts up to 200GT across all oceans. It is recognized by various flag states and port authorities around the world and meets the requirements for candidates working towards their MCA Officer of the watch (OOW Yachts 3000GT) and Chief Mate 3000 CoC.
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IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited Certification
The IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited Certificate qualifies you to work as:
- Master of 200-ton yachts, all oceans
- Chief Mate of 150-ton yachts up to 150 nautical miles offshore
- Chief Mate of 200-ton yachts, all oceans
- OOW (Officer of the Watch) on all oceans of a 500-ton yacht, all oceans
Master of Yachts Unlimited Prerequisites / Requirements:
- IYT Master of yachts limited certificate (Or an MCA stamped notice of Eligibility)or - MCA Master (Code Vessel) < 200GT - MCA OOW certificate - MCA stamped Notice of Eligibility (NOE) - Marshall Islands Master (STCW II/3) < 350GT / Chief Mate (STCW II/3 <500GT) - AMSA Master less than 35m Near Coastal (Master <35m NC)
- An ENG1 or other type of Seafarer medical certificate including an eyesight and color blindness check, less than 2 years old (must be within the expiration date of the given certificate if less than 2 years)
- Either two trips of 250 miles, or one trip of 500 miles out of sight of land.- For areas where this may be difficult, (i.e. the Mediterranean or Caribbean); this out of sight of land requirement can be satisfied 20 miles or more from a shoreline. It is expected that a passage plan be made for that voyage, which would subsequently be used in the course for review and debriefing purposes leading to improvements by the final theory exam.
- It is preferred that the passage(s) be carried out prior to the course being taken but it can be done afterward with extenuating circumstances). Please contact or view the IYT website for more information regarding this.
Master of Yachts Unlimited Theory Course Breakdown:
Course length and content covered:.
6 Days days of astronavigation & worldwide meteorology. Candidates must hold a thorough knowledge of all aspects of the subjects covered in the IYT Master Limited course.
Subjects covered include:
- The earth and the celestial sphere
- The PZX triangle
- The sextant
- Measurement of time
- Meridian altitudes
- Planet sights
- Starsight planning
- The pole star
- Moon sights
- Compass checking
- Satellite navigation systems
- Great circle sailing
- Meteorology
- Passage planning
IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited Exam & Certificate of Competency
Apart from the above-mentioned prerequisites, qualifications, knowledge, and experience, candidates are required to do the following in order to attain an IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited Certificate of Competency.
- A final written exam on the last day (6th) of the course. (3 hour written exam).
- The demonstration of practical sextant competencies including the taking of sun sights during the course.
- The submission of a formal plan for an ocean passage. Please read or contact the IYT or an IYT approved training school for more information regarding this.
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Iyt master of yachts courses have been recognised by the british maritime & coastguard agency (mca) since 1998 for use on board all red ensign registered yachts up to 200 gross tons. although the courses were specifically designed for use on red ensign yachts, they are now accepted by many other flag states because of their prestigious mca recognition. it is imperative that holders of iyt certificates check with the flag state for which they wish to work or the port authority/maritime authority in which they wish to operate to ensure they will accept your certificate..
What is the IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited Certificate? The IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited certificate is a qualification that indicates that the holder has sufficient knowledge of celestial navigation to navigate globally using a sextant and to plan, undertake and manage an ocean passage together with a comprehensive understanding of the factors involved with regards to routing and meteorology.
If you hold the Master of Yachts Unlimited certificate you are qualified for work as:
- Master of 200 ton vessel all oceans
- Chief Mate of 500 ton vessel up to 150 nautical miles offshore
- OOW (Officer of the Watch of a 500 ton vessel all oceans).
What are the entry level requirements?
- Candidates should be 18 years of age or older.
- MCA STCW Officer of the Watch (OOW) Yachts CoC
- A valid STCW Officer of the Watch (OOW) Yachts CoC that is accepted for a Flag State Endorsement (FSE)
- A valid STCW Master <500GT Yachts CoC that is accepted for a Flag State Endorsement (FSE)
- MCA stamped Notice of Eligibility (NOE)
- MCA Master (Code Vessel) <200GT
- MCA Master <500GT Yachts (150nm/Near Coastal)
- Marshall Islands Master (STCW II/3) <350GT Yachts / Chief Mate (STCW II/3) <500GT Yachts
- AMSA Master less than 35m Near Coastal (Master <35m NC)-previously referred to as Master 4
- Note: We will accept commercial STCW Merchant Navy CoC holders entry into the Master of Yachts Unlimited course provided they have the sea time required to gain the Master of Yachts Limited CoC. See this page of our website under “What are the minimum entry requirements to complete the IYT Master of Yachts Limited course?”
- A current medical fitness examination and a colour blindness eyesight examination, which allows the participant to safely perform the relevant duties on a yacht. Medical/eyesight examinations must be performed within the last two years from the time the certificate is being issued .
- Prior to taking the course the candidate MUST have undertaken either two trips of 250 miles, or one trip of 500 miles out of sight of land. To cover those areas where this may be difficult, i.e. the Mediterranean or Caribbean; this out of sight of land requirement can be satisfied 20 miles or more from a shore line. It is expected that a passage plan be made for that voyage, which would subsequently be used in the course for review and debriefing purposes leading to improvements by the final theory exam.
- It is strongly preferred that the passage(s) be carried out prior to the course being taken (but that it may be done after the course with extenuating circumstances).
What does the Master of Yachts Unlimited theory course consist of?
The course consists of 6 days of astronavigation and worldwide meteorology. A thorough knowledge of all subjects covered in the IYT Master of Yachts Limited course is assumed. There will be a final written examination on the last day of the course.
- The earth and the celestial sphere
- The PZX triangle
- The sextant
- Measurement of time
- Meridian altitudes
- Planet sights
- Starsight planning
- The pole star
- Moon sights
- Compass checking
- Satellite navigation systems
- Great circle sailing
- Meteorology
- Passage planning
The IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited certificate is a qualification that indicates that the holder has sufficient knowledge of celestial navigation to navigate globally using a sextant and to plan, undertake and manage an ocean passage together with a comprehensive understanding of the factors involved with regards to routing and meteorology.
Candidates who have demonstrated the required level of understanding and expertise in the course syllabus will be awarded the IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited Certificate
How do I apply for enrollment?
Candidates may apply to any of the participating IYT Partner Schools worldwide who offer this course.
What happens if I am color blind, hearing impaired or have other medical issue?
The MCA are no longer allowing Deckhands, Officers of the Watch, Mates or Masters who have color blindness to hold MCA certification. In the past, those who were diagnosed with color blindness were issued certificates with the endorsement” no solo watch” or “dual watch only”. Because the IYT/MCA Master of Yachts certificates are commercial in nature, IYT will be complying with the same MCA requirements and will be unable to issue any commercial certificates to those who have color blindness. It is imperative that students undertake a color blindness test BEFORE they enroll in any IYT/MCA commercial course as we will not be able to certify them. Also, it is important to note that a ‘lantern test’ for color blindness is no longer accepted. The test must be an Ishihara or CAD test. Those who already hold IYT/MCA commercial certificates with a color blindness endorsement “no solo watch” will be able to renew with the same endorsement”.
For candidates who are hearing impaired, hearing loss should not exceed 20 decibels for the frequencies of 500Hz, and 1000Hz and 2000Hz. When hearing level does not meet these standards, hearing aids may be accepted providing the above standards can be reached when using the aid and watch keeping duties at sea can be adequately performed.
Candidates with Type 1 Diabetes may receive the IYT Master of Yachts Coastal/Mate and Limited Certificates of Competency. However, please know that the MCA may not allow you to progress to the OOW or 500 and > Master Certification. As the IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited Certificate of Competency allows for ocean crossings, we cannot issue this certificate as medical assistance will be unavailable.
Please note that the MCA will not issue an STCW qualification to candidates who do not pass the “ENG1 Medical Fitness Examination”. The MCA will not allow you to progress to the OOW or 500 and > Master Certification.
How much time do I have to submit all required paperwork after completing the course?
Click here for information on time submission requirements for MOY Mate/Coastal, Limited and Unlimited.
As a professional in the yachting industry you are required to update and learn new skills on a regular basis. As you move up the chain of command or look for new opportunities your qualifications are essential. Please make sure they do not expire.
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Master 200 GT: the gateway between the Yachtmaster and the Captain 200
Yachtmaster holders can, by using the Master 200 GT oral exam gateway, claim a visa recognition from France giving them the same prerogatives as a Captain 200 (french degree).
The Yachtmaster is a British certificate, issued by the Royal Association Yachting (RYA).
The United Kingdom being a signatory to the STCW Convention, it can issue the title of Yachtmaster STCW Endorsed. In theory, if the Yachtmaster title is “STCW Endorsed”, the skipper will be able to obtain the benefit of the STCW titles recognition between signatory states of the STCW Convention, subject to obtaining a recognition visa or to the establishment of a bilateral recognition agreement between countries.
However, France (signatory of the STCW convention) does not recognize the “STCW Endorsed” Yachtmaster as such and therefore does not issue any visa recognition. Skippers who have it are, therefore, not allowed to sail on a boat waving the French flag. This can be a source of frustration for skippers who are denied employment opportunities.
To allow Yachtmaster holders to operate on French boats, they need to obtain a new certificate: the MCA Master 200 GT; which is recognized by France and can be subject to a visa recognition.
With a Yachtmaster, the Master 200 GT certificate is easily obtainable.
The Master 200 GT is the bridge between the Yachtmaster and the Captain 200 . Without a Master GT MCA, it is impossible to get a visa recognition from France.
1. What is the MCA Master 200 GT?
The Master 200 GT is an English STCW certificate recognized by France through the issuance of a visa recognition.
The MCA Master 200 GT is very similar to the Yachtmaster Offshore. Therefore, it can be used by skippers on vessels up to 200 GT or by watchkeeping officers on vessels up to 500 GT.
The Master 200 GT can be “Limited”, allowing use up to 150 Nm offshore, or “Unlimited” for use without distance limits.
Skippers must complete their diploma with a GMDSS certificate . This can be either a GMDSS ROC (Restricted Operator Certificate) which limits the activity in GMDSS Zone A1, or a GMDSS GOC (General Operator Certificate) which allows an unlimited use.
A number of prerequisites are required from the seaman who wishes to obtain this gateway, as follows.
2. Obtaining the complementary MCA Master 200 GT exam
A. prerequisites to obtain this gateway.
First of all, to be able to use this bridge between the Yachtmaster and the Master 200 GT, some prerequisites are necessary:
- Be over 18 years old
- To have completed 6 months of sea service with a RYA Yachtmaster, or IYT Master of Yacht limited
- To hold an offshore RYA Yachtmaster or a commercially endorsed IYT Master of Yacht limited
- Have a valid ENG1 medical certificate
- Individual Survival Techniques (IST)
- Basic firefighting training
- Basic first aid (EM 1)
- Life safety and social responsibilities
- Operator certification: GMDSS ROC or GOC
- Have the HELM (Human Element, Leadership & Management) operational certificate
- Finally, pass the oral exam (see below for the content of the oral exam) of the MCA Master 200 GT. There is no MCA or RYA preparation course for the Master 200 oral exam. The program for the oral is: navigation, IRPCS, meteorology, cartography, business and MarPol law, Bridge procedures, etc.
In addition, candidates must complete a Notice of Eligibility (NoE) and send it to MCA. It is recommended that you allow at least 28 days before your file is processed. Oral examinations are held at the MCA offices.
B. Content of the Master 200 GT oral exam:
More specifically, and to put all the chances on your side, here is a summary of the content of the MCA Master 200 GT exam.
1. Plan and execute a passage (chart and navigation instructions, light lists, tide tables, radio warnings)
- Be familiar with the IMHA A and B buoyage system
- Identify and analyze the limitations and sources of error of electronic charts and navigation systems
- Know how to use Radar and ARPA (practical use, mode of operation, limitations and sources of error, including basic radar plotting techniques)
- Know the application of variation and deviation to convert true heading to compass heading, and understand the basic causes of variation and deviation
- Locate the ship’s position on the chart based on magnetic bearings and/or radar ranges, position by latitude and longitude
- Find the magnetic heading to steer and the ETA for a given destination given the starting position and recording speed
- Identify transits and chart trim marks to plan a safe approach to a port or anchorage
- State and explain the meaning of common chart symbols and abbreviations
- Know how to obtain and use weekly Notices to Mariners to correct charts
- Research high and low water times and predict heights and/or intermediate times for standard and secondary ports
- Find and predict tidal range and rate from charted tidal reference points, and tidal current atlases
2. Meteorology
- Know the sources of weather information
- Interprete weather forecasts, including knowledge of the characteristics of various weather conditions
- Use and interpret information obtained from on-board weather indications
3. Maintain a safe navigation watch
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the principles of marine navigation monitoring, including anchor monitoring; such as STCW Code A-VIII and ICS Bridge Procedures Guide
- Understand the use of bridge equipment including echo sounder and Navtex
- Be familiar with steering control systems, including autopilot and operation from manual to automatic control and vice versa
- Maintain navigation records
- Know the circumstances under which the captain should be called to the bridge
- Know the principles of handing over and relieving the bridge watch
4. International regulations for preventing collisions at sea (ColRegs)
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of ColRegs including the requirements: to proceed at a safe speed, keep an eye out for and recognize lights and shapes, and fog signals for all classes of vessels, recognize audible maneuvering signals and light signals. Recognize a developing collision situation by compass, radar or visual reference
- State the measures to be taken during the day and at night to avoid collisions. Describe precautions to be taken when navigating in or near areas of reduced visibility; evaluate the probability of a radar-only collision of a vessel and the steps to be taken to avoid a collision. Describe the requirements for navigating in or near traffic separation schemes. Describe the need to navigate in narrow channels
- Respond to emergencies, operational safety and pollution control
5. Distress signals and communication
- State the conditions under which distress signals may be used; understand the different types of distress signals, actions to be taken upon receipt, and obligations to assist
- Know the proper use of pyrotechnics, EPIRBS and SARTS, including the appropriate circumstances for their use
- Understand proper distress communication procedures, including the terms Mayday, PanPan and Safety messages
- Emergency communication with GMDSS regulations
6. Vessel manoeuvres
- Know the steps to prepare for departure, tasks before going to sea, docking, entering a dock, berthing alongside docks, piers or other vessels; stowing to buoys
- Know how to use and maintain mooring lines and associated equipment
- Know how to use the rudder, steer the ship, know the effects of propellers on the ship’s direction, the effects of wind and current, stopping, going astern and turning short
- Act in the event of a failure of the deck, telegraph or steering gear control, including emergency steering arrangements
- Know anchoring procedures
- Understand precautions to be taken when using winches and windlasses
- Understand the precautions to be taken when mooring and unmooring
7. Responses to emergencies
Be able to respond to emergencies by adapting the posture according to the different scenarios:
- Initial actions as follows: man overboard, collision, grounding, flooding or major mechanical damage, initial damage assessment and control, marine environmental protection
- Fire prevention, use and maintenance of firefighting apparatus, shutdown and isolation of facilities and equipment, evacuation and breathing apparatus, fire and safety plans
- Operation and maintenance of rescue apparatus and equipment, including immersion suits and thermal protection aids, pyrotechnics, and ammunition launching devices
- Launching of liferafts and rescue boats; proper rigging of liferaft hydrostatic release units
- Basic principles of survival
8. Pollution Prevention Requirements
- Know good pollution prevention practices in ports and at sea, as well as measures to be taken to prevent pollution during bunkering
- Know how to respond to pollution incidents in ports and at sea
- Know the basics of waste management and disposal of waste and oil residues
9. Vessel Navigability
- Understand the fundamentals of watertight integrity and closing all openings, including hatches, access hatches and watertight doors
- Understand the difference between good stability and poor stability, and recognize the warning signs of the latter
- Increasing and decreasing weights
- Low freeboard
- Clogged deck clearances and scuppers
- Loose tanks
- Preparing for weather, ensuring and maintaining watertightness
10. Business and Law
- Understand the content and application of the applicable codes, namely the “Small Vessel Commercial Code 1” and the Large Commercial Yacht Code (LY3) 2
- Be familiar with the Code of Safe Work Practices for Merchant Mariners 3, its content and practical application
- Know the requirements for drills and exercises, including fire, emergency and abandon ship drills
- Understand the legal requirement to insure a seaworthy vessel
- Know the basics of salvage laws
- Understand the requirements for safe manning, hours of work and watchkeeping
- Identify the circumstances under which a vessel requires a crew agreement
3. Ask for a visa recognition to work in France
Once the Master 200 GT is obtained, the holder can apply for a visa recognition from the competent authority.
The visa recognition attests to the seaman’s competences to perform functions equivalent to his or her certificate in foreign countries.
A. How to apply for a visa recognition?
To obtain a visa recognition, you must put together a file with the following documents:
- The CERFA for visa application , duly completed and signed,
- A copy of your valid seaman’s certificates, approved by the administration of the country of issue (here the Master 200 GT), with the STCW reference of the title,
- A medical check-up, issued within the last 2 years by a doctor authorized by the country of issue of the certificate or by a French seamen’s doctor,
- An identity photo.
B. To whom should the application for a visa recognition be addressed?
The request for a visa recognition must be made by the seaman or the owner of the ship under the French flag on which the sailor, holder of the certificate concerned, is embarked.
This request should be sent to the “employment – maritime training” department of the DIRM (Direction InterRégionale de la Mer) of a DDTM (Direction Départementale des Territoires de la Mer) of the maritime coastline on which the vessel is operating (DIRM-Mediterranean, for example, if the vessel on which the sailor is embarked is operated in one of the departments of the Mediterranean coastline).
To know more about how you can obtain a recognition visa, see our dedicated blog post here.
C. Working in France with a visa recognition
Once the application has been validated and the visa recognition obtained, the French authorities certify that the foreign title held by the seaman corresponds to an equivalent level of function in French regulations.
By issuing this visa, France authorizes the holder to work under the French flag for a limited period of 5 years. If the recognized title expires earlier, the visa recognition will also expire.
The renewal of the visa recognition must be explicitly requested.
Note 1: Obtaining a visa recognition does not entitle the holder to the issuance of the equivalent French title and the related rights under French law. (e.g.: obligation to hold a French title for access to higher education).
Note 2: Obtaining a visa recognition is not sufficient for a foreign sailor to be able to command a French vessel. For this specific function, the foreign sailor must also be evaluated by a national jury. This national jury, presided over by the DIRM in its “commercial” formation, will examine the officer’s knowledge of the French language and national maritime regulations.
In summary, to work in France or under the French flag, the holder of a Yachtmaster STCW Endorsed must:
✅ Obtain the Master 200 GT by validating the Master 200 GT oral exam ✅ Once the Master 200 GT is obtained, apply for a visa recognition from the competent authority. ✅ When the visa recognition is issued to the seaman, he can then practice for 5 years in France.
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Master of Yachts Limited Training (Power or Sail) IYT Master of Yachts courses have been recognised by the British Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) since 1998 for use on board all Red Ensign registered Yachts up to 200 gross tons. Although the courses were specifically designed for use on Red Ensign Yachts, they are now accepted by many other ...
The IYT Master of Yachts 200gt Limited is an internationally recognized certification that has been designed to meet the standards of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and the UN Principles for Responsible Management Education. It is recognized by yacht associations worldwide, and it complies with the requirements of the Maritime ...
Master (Code vessels less than 200gt not more than 150miles from a safe haven) / Officer of the Watch (Yacht less than 500gt). Course information. The course will include all aspects of navigational safety with emphasis on collision regulations; operational safety and responses to emergencies; pollution control and aspects of Master Business ...
In order to gain a Master <200gt CoC, you will need to do some classroom training, some sea service, and finally an oral exam. Required Service: You need to have 6 months of sea service on vessels of any size, whilst holding an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore or IYT Master of Yachts Limited certificate. Sea Service Verification Process - please ...
Passing the Master 200gt will allow you to become the Captain on any vessel less than 200gt. This includes work boats and wind farm support vessels. The Master (Code Vessels <200gt) Officer of the watch (Yachts <500gt) training covers two capacities: Limited (*not more than 150 miles from a safe haven) Unlimited (**unlimited area).
The course allows you to work on up to 200 GT commercial vessels as a captain up to 150 NM from the coast. If you hold the Master of Yacht 200 GT Limited, you can join the Master of Yacht 200 GT Unlimited course immediately. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA. -Must be at least 18 years of age. -Hold or obtain a Marine Communications VHF-SRC Radio Operators ...
The IYT Master of Yachts 200 GT Unlimited certificate is a qualification that gives the holder sufficient knowledge of celestial navigation to navigate globally using a sextant and to plan, undertake, and manage an ocean passage. The course also delivers a comprehensive understanding of the factors involved in routing and meteorology.
Course Synopsis. Master of Yachts Coastal/Mate 200gt Power & Sail is a Comprehensive and Complete Live Onboard Course with Total 6 Days for Sail OR 5 Days for Power. The Course Fully Designed Including The Practical’s on The Water Examination. The Course is Exhaustively Covered With Subjects Like. The Course is Continuously Upgraded from ...
Embark on an extraordinary journey into the world of professional sailing with the IYT Master of Yachts Limited 200 Ton Sail certification. This comprehensive program is designed for individuals with a passion for sailing who aspire to captain yachts up to 200 gross tons with the highest level of competence and safety. Expert Instruction: Learn ...
Master of a vessel <200GT up to 150 nautical miles offshore. Chief Mate of a vessel <500GT up to 150 nautical miles offshore. Chief Mate of a vessel <200GT all oceans. OOW (Officer of the Watch) of a vessel <500GT all oceans. Prerequisites: For the IYT Master of Yachts Limited the following requirements must be met:
Master Code <200GT, Unlimited Area: A: Fishing CoC Class 1: Master (yachts less than 500GT) B: Fishing CoC Class 2 / Second Hand Full: Master Code <200GT, Less than 150 nautical miles from safe ...
Connect with an IYT Master of Yachts Training Provider Near You. The IYT Master of Yachts Limited is an MCA-recognized commercial Master License for Yachts up to 200 tons limited to 150 nautical miles offshore. It is recognized by various flag states and port authorities around the world and meets the requirements for candidates working towards ...
IYT Master of Yachts 200 Tons, Limited ... 200GT and many, many more if sailing superyachts up to 60 m length are included. They all need Captains! 46.63m 183GT 10 Guests 42.7m 162GT 10 Guests 45.6m 184GT 12 Guests 8 crew . What is a 500 Gross Ton vessel There are more than 6,700 registered motor superyachts, up to 60m length, under ...
The IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited is an MCA-recognized commercial Master License for Yachts up to 200GT across all oceans. It is recognized by various flag states and port authorities around the world and meets the requirements for candidates working towards their MCA Officer of the watch (OOW Yachts 3000GT) and Chief Mate 3000 CoC.
MCA Master (Code Vessel) <200GT; MCA Master <500GT Yachts (150nm/Near Coastal) ... The IYT Master of Yachts Unlimited certificate is a qualification that indicates that the holder has sufficient knowledge of celestial navigation to navigate globally using a sextant and to plan, undertake and manage an ocean passage together with a comprehensive ...
2. Obtaining the complementary MCA Master 200 GT exam A. Prerequisites to obtain this gateway. First of all, to be able to use this bridge between the Yachtmaster and the Master 200 GT, some prerequisites are necessary: Be over 18 years old; To have completed 6 months of sea service with a RYA Yachtmaster, or IYT Master of Yacht limited
Training towards. Master (Code vessels less than 200gt unlimited area) / Officer of the Watch (Yacht less than 500gt). Course overview. The course will include all aspects of navigational safety with emphasis on collision regulations; operational safety and responses to emergencies; pollution control and aspects of Master Business and Law.
The MCA Master of Yachts 200 ton (in both its limited and unlimited versions) certificate is thus available, as an option, from the MCA directly. It requires candidates to already possess either an IYT or an RYA certificate of competence, complete the HELM course, and pass an additional oral examination.
IYT Master of Yachts 200gt Limited Certification Take the next step up in your maritime career with Galileo's suite of MoY courses ... your MCA STCW 2010 qualification in just 5 days at Galileo Maritime Academy's state-of-the-art facilities located in Yacht Haven Marina, Phuket. Click Here To See The Schedule. Superyacht Courses. Cruise ...
fees as Master of Yachts, certifying that the holder is authorised to skipper yachts less than 200 GT and limited up to 150 Nm from safe haven. Trainees who wish to be certified as Masters on Workboats less than 200 GT and limited up to 150 Nm from safe haven, shall successfully complete a workboat module and be issued with a certificate
Master of Yachts Coastal/Mate 200gt Power & Sail is a Comprehensive and Complete Live Onboard Course with Total 6 Days for Sail OR 5 Days for Power. The Course Fully Designed Including The Practical’s on The Water Examination. The IYT Worldwide Yachtmaster Coastal Power and Sail Certificate is A Recreational Certificate of Competency For ...
IYT MOY 200 Tons Limited Practical PYT130. June 23, 2025 - June 27, 2025. The IYT Master Of Yachts 200 Tons Limited Certificate of Competency allows the holder to be in charge of a yacht up to 200 gross tons within 150 nautical miles of safe haven and/or to legally stand a watch on a yacht up to 500gt. It is also one of the requirements.
The Master of Yachts (200gt) will cover you up to 24 metres and up to 200gt. The Master of Yachts (200gt) certificate does not "out-rank" the Yachtmasters certificate. The only advantage of having the Master of Yachts (200gt) is that it's STCW certified. You only will need this if the flag country of the yacht doesn't acknowledge the ...
Built in Italy by renowned builder Perini Navi and delivered in 2008, the yacht's naval architecture was developed by Ron Holland Design while the interior design is by Rémi Tessier.She was formerly known as Salute and was last refitted in 2016. She was listed for sale earlier this year, according to BOATPro.The yacht had accommodation for nine guests and 12 crew.
The yacht could reach a maximum speed of 15 knots and weighed 543 tonnes. ... It had six guest bedrooms - one master, three doubles, and two twins - holding 12 people, and could carry another 10 ...
Bayesian was a flybridge sloop designed by Ron Holland and built with a 56 m (184 ft) aluminium hull and a single-masted cutter rig.The 75 m (246 ft) aluminium mast was especially designed for the yacht and at the time of construction was the world's tallest. The yacht had a lifting keel, allowing its draft to be reduced from 10 m to 4 m. [6] It was one of a number of similar vessels from the ...
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