
STCW Superyacht Deck Crew
Marbella, Spain
The Superyacht Deck Crew courses provided by Marbella Sailing School offer the essential qualifications you need to land your first position on a superyacht and give you the opportunity to launch into a new career.
€2,950

Entry Level
The course is suitable for complete beginners who wish to become qualified as a deckhand.
A crew member working on board must have full color vision. If you have trouble distinguishing lights because of color blindness, it is advisable to have an eye test before booking your course.
What's Included?
It is an exciting career option to work on a superyacht, allowing you to travel around the world and experience adventure like never before. As a deckhand, you will be responsible for maintaining the yacht's exterior, tenders, jet skis, and any other toys the yacht might have. Here's our list of courses that are included:
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STCW Basic Safety Training
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Superyacht Deckhand Certificate
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Online MCA Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD) course
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RYA Powerboat Level 2
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RYA VHF Radio
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3 Day Captains Maintenance Course
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Ropework, essential knots and splicing
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Maintenance day, teak work, repairs, washdowns, cleaning the stainless yacht maintenance

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Marbella Sailing School is not just about being out on the water. Part of the RYA curriculum includes theory-based courses and vital skill training including First Aid & VHF Courses.

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