Charter Boat Captain

This is what other people call “vacation.”

education requirements

HS/GED and Industry Training Certification

expected salary range

$20K to $80K

training area

Jobs: STATEWIDE

Operates boats carrying passengers. Responsible for operation of the entire vessel and safety of all persons on board. There are two positions within this job class: the Entry-level license allows for up to six paying customers on a vessel smaller than 100 gross tons, and the Master 100-gross-ton license focuses on ferry services and large, whale-watching boats carrying 150-250 passengers. Just think: most people pay to do this once in their lifetime. You get to do it every day.

Here’s what you need:

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Industry training certification required

Links to Jobs and Other Cool Info:

Here’s where you get it:

Course/Program Provider/Location Degree Certification Length
Assistance Towing AVTEC – Seward No USCG 1 day
Marine Transportation UAS Ketchikan Campus AAS USCG 2-3 years
Marine Transportation UAS Ketchikan Campus OEC USCG 1 year
Master 100 Ton/OUPV UAS Ketchikan Campus No USCG 2 weeks
Operator of an Uninspected Vessel (OUPV) AVTEC – Seward No USCG 3 days
Radar Observer Recert AVTEC – Seward No USCG 1 day
Radar Observer Refresher AVTEC – Seward No USCG 3 days
Radar Observer Refresher UAS Ketchikan Campus No USCG 3 days
Radar Observer Unlimited AVTEC – Seward No USCG 1 week
Radar Observer Unlimited UAS Ketchikan Campus No USCG 1 week
Small Vessel Operator UAS Ketchikan Campus No No 3 days
Upgrade to 200 Ton Master/Mate UAS Ketchikan Campus No USCG 3 days
Able Seaman AVTEC – Seward No Pre-Req for 100 Ton 10 days
Basic Training AVTEC – Seward No USCG 5 days
Proficiency in Survival Craft AVTEC – Seward No USCG 4 days
Vessel Security Officer AVTEC – Seward No USCG 2 days
Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vehicles (Restricted) or ROUPV AVTEC – Seward No USCG 3 days
Fishing Vessel Drill Conductor Certification Alaska Marine Safety Education Association No USCG Drill Conductor Card 2 days

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