Practical Navigator is proud to serve as a key operational resource hub for the traditional sail and military to mariner communities - building the maritime workforce for the decades ahead.
Tall Ships America Partnership
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Practical Navigator is a sponsor of the Tall Ships America conference and a heavy supporter of Tall Ship students. We provide substantial discounts on tuition to Tall Ships America members. Members can contact the instructor for the coupon code.
The Tall Ship mariner pathway:
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Military to Mariner Resources
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With the approval of USCG Credentialing Assistance in early 2022, Coast Guard members can pursue their license at zero cost to the member. Here is more about the CA process guide from Forcecom.
All Practical Navigator online courses are approved for CG Credentialing Assistance. Your full time ESO will have the latest information about how to apply for CA. Additionally, the CG Military to Mariner program, available at [email protected] is a great resource for questions about the process. The latest link to FORCECOM's credentialing assistance page is here. The military to mariner pathway:
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Deck Watch Officer (Commericial) Program
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According to the DWO Instruction (COMDTINST 16672.5E):
Members who have taken a commercial course approved by NMC equivalent to the Q100 exam are required to submit a copy of a signed certificate from an NMC approved course provider to CGI via the member's ESO. A current list of approved courses may be found on the NMC website. This provides a pathway for CIC personnel, remote stations, reserve units, or others to take a merchant mariner course such as ours to obtain DWO equivalency. Contact the instructor for a discount code on the Rules of the Road preparation course and more details about the testing options. |
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Watch Officer Mentor Program (WOMP)
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This program is designed to help new watch officers/coxswains succeed in their first tour aboard a ship or in a new role.
We have full remote radar, ECDIS, and visual simulation capabilities through laptop/tablet simulation. We have a group of recently retired cutter commanding officers with a desire to help new watch officers. We know it is hard to find racks or training opportunities these days. This commercial, off-the-shelf training is purchase-card approved, and can be tailored to watch officers on any American flagged vessel. Topics include:
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Partner Organizations
These organizational partners have special discount rates for online courses for developing crew members. All are exceptional organizations that work hard to advance the cause of seagoing education and career development for crew members. Click on the images to learn more about each organization.
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Outreach Schools
These schools are authorized by the Coast Guard to administer Practical Navigator exams as partner programs.
Argonaut is based in Cleveland, OH and builds adventurers through immersive learning experiences that challenge assumptions and shift norms.
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Based in Long Beach, CA, the LB Women's Sailing Association is leading the charge to get more women on the water.
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Based in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Cabrera Maritime Consulting is a leading local resource for maritime security, compliance, and education.
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Based on the Kenai Peninsula in AK, North Star Safety Training is a leader in medical and safety training.
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