How long does the Yachtmaster course take?

8-12 hours for 1 candidate, 10-18 hours for 2 candidates.No more than two candidates can be examined in 24 hours and no more than four candidates can be examined in one 2 day session.

What is a Yachtmaster certificate?

The RYA Yachtmaster qualification is a maritime certificate of competence, a driving license so to speak. Once qualified as an RYA Yachtmaster, it allows the holder to take charge (skipper) a vessel up to 24 meters in length on a coastal, offshore or ocean passage.

What is the difference between Rya & Iyt?

IYT is a professional Yachting organization, run by professional mariners, for professional mariners whereas the RYA is a recreational sailing organization run by recreational yachtsmen for recreational yachtsmen.

How hard is the Yachtmaster Offshore exam?

The exam is not quite as tough, for example you are examined for up to only 10 hours as opposed to the 12 hours for Yachtmaster Offshore. Taking the Yachtmaster Coastal provides you with some good exam experience before attempting the Yachtmaster Offshore in the future.

What is the difference between Yachtmaster Coastal and offshore?

A Yachtmaster Coastal has the knowledge needed to skipper a yacht on coastal cruises but does not necessarily have the experience needed to undertake longer passages. A Yachtmaster Offshore should be able to enter any well-charted harbour for the first time, with sufficient depth, by day or night.

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How much does a yacht master earn?

According to 1stCrew.com, yachtmasters can make between $4,000 and $15,000 per month. While yachtmasters may also be paid per day, a total yearly salary for the position is not as common, since the job is often seasonal and yacht owners do not pay a set annual wage.

Do yachts hold value?

Yachts do depreciate in value but most of the depreciation occurs within the first few years of ownership. High-quality yachts hold their value better than smaller boats which are not very well maintained. The value could change by as much as 30\% if it is kept in good condition thereby increasing its resale value.

Is Yachtmaster theory hard?

But even then, it was still very testing and taxing. Yachtmaster theory is by no means easy. It requires a mathematical mind, and a thorough understanding of a number of complex methodologies, which should then be applied and put in to practice.