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Level 3Advanced · A-Level equivalent

Boatmaster

Ensuring the safe operation and passage of a vessel.

Typical duration
2 years
Training funded
Fully funded
Route
Transport and logistics
Standard ref
ST0621
Where this apprenticeship leads
Ship and Hovercraft Captains and Deck OfficersAI exposure 12% · Low
Starting out
£30,000 - £40,000
Experienced
£50,000 - £70,000
Senior
£90,000+
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Role overview

The Boatmaster apprenticeship prepares you to command and navigate vessels on inland waterways, estuaries or near-coastal waters for passenger or commercial purposes. Apprentices develop navigation, seamanship, safety management and crew leadership skills. It leads to licensed boatmaster roles with commercial passenger vessel operators or waterways authorities.

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Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.

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