Maritime Advanced Programme

View The Isle of Wight College's standard entry requirements for full-time college courses (depending on the level of the course to be studied).

Minimum of 3 GCSE’s 9-4 including English and maths An interest in sports, coaching, outdoor education or watersports Successful interview at UKSA

UKSA’s 2-year NCFE Level 3 Diploma programme provides in-depth knowledge of the sports and outdoor industries. Students actively participate in leading sessions as a coach or instructor. Anatomy, physiology, the effects of nutrition plus principles and practises of the outdoor adventurous industry are covered during the course.

Year 1 – Work towards achieving MCA Elementary First Aid RYA Safe and Fun (Safeguard Training) RYA Powerboat Level 2 Licence BC Foundation Safety and Rescue Training NCFE Level 3 Modules Year 2 – Work towards achieving RYA Dinghy Instructor RYA Marine Radio Short Range Certificate NCFE Level 3 Modules Experience in a variety of different disciplines

A number of weeks will be dedicated to work experience on different sites and in unfamiliar environments. This is intended to broaden understanding and experiences while providing opportunities for networking. This desirable qualification offers increased employment prospects worldwide from age 18 years and can be used as an entry point for professional yacht training. 4 days a week minimum Attendance is compulsory in all timetabled sessions

UKSA’s Superyacht Cadetship Superyacht industry Sport Coaching Watersports Instructor UKSA Professional Yachtmaster Offshore University – Foundation degrees or Higher National Diploma