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International students are welcome on all our courses

REFRESHER (1 day)- Advanced Sea Survival - Offshore Personal Safety

On demand, minimum numbers required. Please contact usYou must provide your previous certificate approved by World Sailing or Yachting New Zealand issued within the past 7 years.
Advanced Sea Survival - Offshore Personal Safety Full Course (2 days)28-29 Mar 2026 AUCKLAND Enrol here
11-12 Apr 2026 NELSON Enrol here
18-19 Apr 2026 WHANGAREI Enrol here
10-11 Oct 2026 NELSON Enrol here
Let us know if you would like a private course, or have a suggestion for a new date
Marine Engineer Class 6 27 Jul-31 Jul 2026 Nelson practical dates (note homestudy starts earlier)
please contact us if you're interested
Complete the bulk of your Maritime NZ Training & Record task book (TRB) with us in our workshop after completing a lot of the theory via distance, supported by our Engineering Tutor
Marine Engineer Class 527 Jul-07 Aug 2026 Nelson practical dates (note homestudy starts earlier)
please contact us if you're interested
Complete the bulk of your Maritime NZ Training & Record task book (TRB) with us in our workshop after completing a lot of the theory via distance, supported by our Engineering Tutor
Skipper Restricted Limits (SRL) 5 Week Block Courses13 Apr-15 May 2026 PICTON - FULL
2 Jun-3 Jul 2026 NELSON - FULL
27 Jul-28 Aug 2026 NELSON - FULL
14 Sep-16 Oct 2026 NELSON
TBC Marlborough
please contact us if you're interested
Complete your Maritime NZ Training & Record task book (TRB) with us on our training vessel during the Block Course, after completing our illustrated student workbook.
Perfect for people who prefer face to face and practical training.
8 Day HYBRID SRL Practical preceded by guided learning at home

23-31 Mar 2026 NELSON - FULL
20-28 May 2026 NELSON - FULL
15-23 Jul 2026 NELSON - FULL
2-10 Sep 2026 NELSON - FULL
14-22 Oct NELSON - FULL
7-15 Dec 2026 PICTON - Filling fast
Check back for new dates, or contact us to go on the wait list

Complete the theory and assignments at home with guidance from your tutor, then complete your Training and Record Book with us on our training vessel.
NOTE: We recommend the full 5 week block course for those who may have learning challenges and/or prefer face to face training
Skipper Coastal Offshore (SCO)27 Jul-21 Aug TBC NELSON
enrol here
Must have minimum number of students
Partial RPL means you can complete your Skipper Coastal Offshore (SCO) in as little as 4 weeks if you meet the criteria. This is not eligible for student loans or Fees Free
Mates Fishing Vessel Limited and Unlimited - 2nd Mates FG TBCOpen enrolments - contact usFlexible learning so you don't have to take time away from work
Skipper Fishing Vessel- Unlimited2026 TBC
Please contact us if interested
Deck Watch RatingOn demand - contact usMeets the requirements of STCW II/4 and NZ Maritime Rules for reduction of sea time
Qualified Deck CrewOn demand - contact usThere is no requirement to complete a course for QDC. We offer this for people who want to complete their MNZ Training Record Book with a tutor. It is not an NZQA course
500 GT Endorsement Workshop - Nelson17 April 2026 in Nelson Enrol now
6 Nov 2026 in Nelson Enrol now
Tutors will deliver this in Nelson and sign your Training and Record Books afterwards so you can sit your Maritime NZ oral exam after the workshop.
You will only need to complete the vessel manuevering tasks prior to the workshop on a vessel >24m.
Maritime Restricted Radio Operator Certificatecontact usDates by request
First Aid - Workplace First Aid (Unit Standards 6400, 6401 & 6402)Abel Health Ltd -
See upcoming First Aid courses HERE.
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