MCA Master <500 GT (Yacht)
Code mca-master-yacht-500
UK MCA Master licence for commercial yachts under 500 GT; widely held in superyacht industry.
- Prerequisites
- mca-master-yacht-200
- Duration
- —
- Validity
- 5 years
- Refresher
- every 5 years
- Typical cost
- ~$6500 USD
Where to take this course
Country guides list accredited training centres in the major seafarer-supplying nations:
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MCA Master <500 GT (Yacht): FAQ
- What is the MCA Master <500 GT (Yacht) (MCA-MASTER-YACHT-500) certification?
- UK MCA Master licence for commercial yachts under 500 GT; widely held in superyacht industry. Category: Yacht.
- Who needs MCA-MASTER-YACHT-500?
- MCA-MASTER-YACHT-500 applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. Recommended prerequisites: mca-master-yacht-200. Without MCA-MASTER-YACHT-500, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
- How much does MCA-MASTER-YACHT-500 cost?
- Typical cost is around US$6500 at an approved provider. Cost varies widely by country and training centre quality; many shipping companies cover the course fee as part of the contract. Check with your manning agent or fleet department before paying out of pocket.
- Where can I get MCA-MASTER-YACHT-500?
- MCA-MASTER-YACHT-500 is delivered by approved training centres in most major maritime training countries. Use our /training-centres directory and the certifications-by-country filters to find an approved provider near you. The flag administration of your seaman's book may also publish a list of accepted providers.
- How long is MCA-MASTER-YACHT-500 valid?
- 5 years from issue, with a refresher required every 5 years. Plan your revalidation course before the expiry date; lapsed certificates may require re-sitting the full course rather than a refresher, and operators may refuse to extend a contract while a critical certificate is expired.