Small commercial vessel crewmember

Working on a wide variety of specialist vessels.

Typical duration

2 years

Training funded

Fully funded

Route

Transport and logistics

Standard ref

ST0400

Role overview

This Level 3 apprenticeship trains crewmembers to work safely and effectively aboard small commercial vessels such as ferries, charter boats, and workboats. Apprentices develop practical seamanship, safety, and passenger or cargo handling skills under the direction of the vessel's master. It can lead to progressing towards officer of the watch qualifications or the Ship's Master standard.