For almost every seafarer, there is a common goal- gaining the experience, courses and sea time needed to eventually move up the ladder and earn the esteemed title, [...]

The Master 150GT CoC By the time our students are ready for the next step in their professional portfolio as a seafarer, most are looking towards taking command [...]

The Bridge Watch Rating Perhaps one of the most exciting career paths for aspiring deckhands would be to complete their Bridge Watch Rating Training certification at WMI. As [...]

Did you know, “STCW” refers to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers! It allows those who have this certification to legally work on [...]

So, you have decided to begin your journey at sea, and you are onto the next step, discussing enrollment! By this time, you would have spoken to one of the WMI Admission Representatives to discuss the trade and where you envision your future as a deckhand. A deckhand will begin their life at sea in one of two educational streams when enrolled at WMI.