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City/State: Sydney |
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Country: AUSTRALIA, UNITED KINGDOM
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Program description: |
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If a life on the ocean is for you, then a year out/gap year based around our Yachtmaster Professional Traineeship is the course to set. As a Yachtmaster, you are not only a highly skilled skipper, but are eligible for a wide range of work in and around boats, which means almost anywhere in the world.
The growth of the activity and yacht charter markets ensures there is always a demand for qualified skippers. Many of our graduates choose to work their way around the world, which is now possible thanks to the huge number of independent charter companies and the scale of worldwide companies.
(The scope of the larger companies also means that you can return to the same employer - in different locations - every year during university holidays. This way your gap year will become an integral plan for training and employment than runs alongside your degree.)
Training takes place both in the UK and in Australia, tackling the complicated tidal systems in the Solent and sailing out of beautiful Sydney Harbour. Part One of the course takes place in the UK. Over six weeks we cover the basics of sailing and safety, with approximately half the time being spent on the water. If you already have the qualifications covered in this section then you can begin your training with Part Two in Australia.
Part Two of the yachtmaster training covers advanced boat handling and passage making from Sydney or Airlie Beach in Australia. You'll learn everything from close-quarter control to long range cruising.
For many, the offshore trips are the highlight of the training. Each member of the crew will take turn as skipper and be responsible for all aspects of sailing, with our instructors on hand to advise you on finding the best way to deal with each situation.
Many gappers /career breakers wish to combine their training in Australia with independent travel, so this is a great time to start exploring. If you're keen to work for a while in the sailing industry in Australia, we can take you through a YA Inshore Instructor course which will qualify you for a wide range of interesting work all around the southern hemisphere.
How to find out more? Request a copy of our Training Guide, check out our website or telephone one of our Training Advisers.
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General program information: |
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Program open to: Everyone
Age range: 18 and over
Travel to site: Varies
Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Group
No. in group: varies
Living arrangements on the program: Apartment
How long does the program last?: 3-6 months
What are the dates of this program: August
September
November
February
April
May
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Benefits and advantages of the program: |
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A great opportunity to combine education (with professional qualifications) optional employment, travel, adventure and FUN.
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Cost or price of this program: |
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8680
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Typical person for this program: |
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No stereotype! We have a diverse range of students fromn 18 to 60-plus, from all around the world - and we attract almost equal numbers of men and women.
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