From what I understand. Once a AB or OS completes the Steersman Apprentice Program and has the 18 months of Sea time. He can upgrade to Mate after another six months Sea time. Correct or Incorrect?
[QUOTE=tugboatchief;72217]From what I understand. Once a AB or OS completes the Steersman Apprentice Program and has the 18 months of Sea time. He can upgrade to Mate after another six months Sea time. Correct or Incorrect?[/QUOTE]
You should probably identify what license you are talking about. I assume it is Mate of Towing Vessels. If a mariner has the 18 months of sea time (at least 12 on towing vessels) and they take the course or exam, they can get the apprentice mate/steersman license. After that, they need 12 months of sea time and have to complete the TOAR for Mate.
Correct. The apprentice steersman license would be my first goal. Ideally I want a 200 Ton license with the towing endorsement.