USCG Tankerman-PIC
Code uscg-tankerman-pic
Person In Charge tanker endorsement on a USCG MMC; required for transferring liquid cargo on US tank vessels and barges.
- Prerequisites
- bst, tanker-cargo-ops
- Duration
- 40 hours
- Validity
- 5 years
- Refresher
- every 5 years
- Typical cost
- ~$1200 USD
Where to take this course
Country guides list accredited training centres in the major seafarer-supplying nations:
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USCG Tankerman-PIC: FAQ
- What is the USCG Tankerman-PIC (USCG-TANKERMAN-PIC) certification?
- Person In Charge tanker endorsement on a USCG MMC; required for transferring liquid cargo on US tank vessels and barges. Category: National.
- Who needs USCG-TANKERMAN-PIC?
- USCG-TANKERMAN-PIC applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. Recommended prerequisites: bst, tanker-cargo-ops. Without USCG-TANKERMAN-PIC, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
- How long does USCG-TANKERMAN-PIC take?
- Typical course duration is 40 hours (5 working days at 8h/day). This is face-to-face or blended-learning time at an approved training centre; revalidation refresher courses are usually shorter. Plan against your sea leave window before booking.
- How much does USCG-TANKERMAN-PIC cost?
- Typical cost is around US$1200 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 USCG-TANKERMAN-PIC?
- USCG-TANKERMAN-PIC 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 USCG-TANKERMAN-PIC 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.