Masters License - Confident Captain

Master Captain's License

Get Your Professional Captains License For Vessels Ranging from 25-100 Gross Tons

Anytime

80 HRS

$845

Online Master Captain’s Course – US Coast Guard Approved

Looking to captain any vessel up to 100 tons? Our Online Master Captain’s Course is designed for mariners aiming to obtain a US Coast Guard-issued Master Captain’s License, ranging from 25 to 100 Gross Tons (GT). This comprehensive course satisfies all the educational requirements needed to secure your Master 100 GT License, allowing you to command vessels of up to 100 tons, whether inspected or not.

Enroll in Confident Captain’s US Coast Guard-approved 80-hour Master 100 GT course. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a completion certificate, essential for obtaining your Merchant Marine Credential. Start your journey to becoming a licensed Master Captain today with our online program!

Operate Vessels Including

Ferries or Commercial Passenger Vessels

Fishing, Tour, or Sailing Charters carrying 6+ Passengers

Private Sailing or Motor Vessels up to 100 Tons

Vessels of other sizes and capacities up to 100 tons

Captain's License Pre-Requisites

To earn your USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (also known as a Captain’s License), you’ll need to meet the following criteria in your application and complete this course. While it’s not necessary to have all the requirements before starting the course, you must fulfill them within one year of course completion for acceptance by the US Coast Guard. Refer to all details and apply online via the US Coast Guard MMC website.

Sea Service Experience

You need a minimum of 360 days of sea service experience, with at least 90 days within the last 3 years. The sea service must be on vessels of appropriate size for the license you’re applying for (see below for specific details). Learn more about documenting your sea time from the National Maritime Center.

Age Requirements

All candidates must be at least 19 for the Master (18 for OUPV)

All experience documented in sea time must be obtained after the age of 16.

Physical and Drug Test

You must pass a USCG-approved physical examination and provide proof of enrollment in a USCG-approved drug testing program or pass a drug test within the last 6 months.

TWIC Card

You must obtain a TWIC card, which includes a security background check conducted by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Fun fact: this also gets you TSA Pre-Check when flying.

CPR and First Aid Certification

You must have a valid CPR and First Aid certification from a USCG-approved provider such as American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Application Package

Submit a complete application package, including all required documentation, forms, and fees, to the National Maritime Center online.

Any questions about the process?

Sea Service Requirements per License

Master Inland
and OUPV

At least 360 days of sea time
90 of the 360 days must be within the last three years
All experience must be obtained after the age of 16

Master Inland/Mate Near Coastal

At least 360 days of sea time
90 of the 360 days must be within the last three years
All experience must be obtained after the age of 16
180 of the 360 days must be outside the “boundary” line used for licensing purposes

Master Near Coastal (to 100NM offshore)

At least 720 days of sea time
90 of the 720 days must be within the last three years
All experience must be obtained after the age of 16
360 of the 720 days must be outside the “boundary” line used for licensing purposes

Course Materials

You will need the following materials to complete any of our online Captain's Courses.

• Weems & Plath #176 Marine Navigation Ultralight Divider
• Weems & Plath Marine Navigation Parallel Ruler (Aluminum Arms, 15-Inch)
• Chapman Piloting & Seamanship 67th Edition (Chapman Piloting and Seamanship)
• NOAA Training Chart: 13205 TR – Block Island Sound
• NOAA Training Chart: 12221TR – Chesapeake Bay
• NOAA Training Chart: 12354TR – Long Island Sound

These can be purchased at your local marine retailer or online.

You do not need these materials for the Auxiliary Sailing or Assistance Towing Endorsement courses.