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Compulsory Qualifications
For The Maritime Industry
STCW, Medicals, Food Safety, and Security Training Courses
Essential certifications, all in one place
Start with the must‑haves. We coordinate your STCW10, ENG1/SAMSA medical, Food Safety Level 2, to match your availability.
Train in Cape Town or select online courses where available.
How we work?
Application
Complete application form in full & submit
Review & confirm
We will review your application & confirm receipt (24 hrs)
Invoice & POP
Receive invoice, make payment & send POP
Schedule & book
We will schedule your courses based on availability, approve & book
Attend course
Receive course pack & info, attend course.
Compulsory Courses
STCW10
+ PDSD-
11,400 ZAR | 569 Euro
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Elementary First Aid (EFA)
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Personal Safety & Social Resp (PSSR)
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Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
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Marine Fire Fighting (MFF)
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Proficiency in Designated Security Duties(PDSD)
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Ideal For: All maritime crew & renewals
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Available: In-person and online (select modules)
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Scheduled: Weekly
ENG1 | SAMSA Medical
Select one or both-
1,200 - 3,600 ZAR | 64 - 183 Euro
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Both medicals are MCA‑approved
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Both are recommended (SB purposes)
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Required to prove "Able Seafarer"
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Ideal For: All maritime crew & renewals
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Available: In-person only
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By Appointment Only
Food Health and Safety Level II
Stewardess & Chef - Compulsory-
1000 ZAR | 54 Euro
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No pre-requisites
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Highfield International Accreditation
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Superyachts, Hospitality and Cruiseships
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Ideal For: Stewardess, Chefs and Dual Roles
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Available: Online
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Schedule: Daily
Food Health and Safety Level III
Stewardess & Chef - Compulsory-
4,275 ZAR | 215 Euro
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Pre-requisite: Level II
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Highfield International Accreditation
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Superyachts, Hospitality & Cruiseship
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Ideal For: Chefs- Supervisory Role
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Available: In-person and Online
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Schedule: Daily
Crowd Management
Cruiseships & Large Yachts-
Enquire
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No pre-requisites
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MCA Approved
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STCW Module
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Highfield International Accreditation
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Ideal For: Officers & Safety Crew
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Available: Online
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Schedule: Daily
Crisis Management and Human Behaviour
Cruiseships and Large Yachts-
Enquire
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No pre-requisites
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MCA‑approved
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STCW Module
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Highfield International Accreditation
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Ideal For: Officers & Cruiseship Crew
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Available: Online
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Schedule: Daily
Looking for an easier way to make your decision?
Department Specific Courses
Build real competence, not just certificates
Stepping into yachting isn’t only about compulsory tickets – it’s about mastering the day‑to‑day realities of your department. Department‑specific courses (Interior, Deck, Galley) give you the practical systems, standards, and industry language that turn a new hire into a confident, reliable crew member.
These courses aren’t mandatory, but they’re strongly recommended if you want a true understanding of the role, and better guest outcomes.
Stewardess Course
VYA Flagship Course | Stewardess and Dual Roles-
Full day industry overview & practise
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Housekeeping and Laundry Systems
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Service and Guest Experience
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Mixology training
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CV Photo + Feedback and Career Guidance
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Ideal For: New crew & Dual Roles
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Available: In-person & Online
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Schedule: Weekly
Deckhand Course
Deckhand and Dual Roles-
Deck Operations and Duties
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Maintenance and Care Processes
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Product and Surface Knowledge
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Safety & Security
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Ideal For: New crew and Dual Roles
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Available: In-person only
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Schedule: Weekly
Chef Courses
Galley roles-
Chef Introductory Course (3 days)
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Superyacht Chef Career Course (10 days)
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Plating, gastronomy and more
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Ideal For: New crew and Dual Roles
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Available: In-person
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Schedule: Weekly
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