RYA / MCA Yachtmaster Offshore
Code rya-yachtmaster-offshore
Royal Yachting Association coastal/offshore Yachtmaster certificate; commercially endorsed via MCA for yachts <200 GT in commercial use.
- Prerequisites
- 50 days, 2,500 nm sea time, 5 passages over 60 nm
- Duration
- —
- Validity
- 5 years
- Refresher
- every 5 years
- Typical cost
- ~$1500 USD
Where to take this course
Country guides list accredited training centres in the major seafarer-supplying nations:
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RYA / MCA Yachtmaster Offshore: FAQ
- What is the RYA / MCA Yachtmaster Offshore (RYA-YACHTMASTER-OFFSHORE) certification?
- Royal Yachting Association coastal/offshore Yachtmaster certificate; commercially endorsed via MCA for yachts <200 GT in commercial use. Category: Yacht.
- Who needs RYA-YACHTMASTER-OFFSHORE?
- RYA-YACHTMASTER-OFFSHORE applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. Recommended prerequisites: 50 days, 2,500 nm sea time, 5 passages over 60 nm. Without RYA-YACHTMASTER-OFFSHORE, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
- How much does RYA-YACHTMASTER-OFFSHORE cost?
- Typical cost is around US$1500 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 RYA-YACHTMASTER-OFFSHORE?
- RYA-YACHTMASTER-OFFSHORE 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 RYA-YACHTMASTER-OFFSHORE 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.