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 QUALIFICATION AND APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

In addition to completing your certified course, the Coast Guard requires the following items before they can issue your license. The application package does not need to be completed before taking your training program. You have up to 1 year after finishing the course to submit your paperwork to the USCG, but the sooner you submit it, the sooner your license will be processed. The USCG Application forms listed below can be sent to you upon request.

• Application for license (with Oath done at the Coast Guard)

• 3 notarized letters of character reference

• Documentation of sea time experience - letters or sea service forms signed by the vessel's owner or captain or sea service forms signed by you for your own boat(s) or DD2-14 and Transcript of Service for your military sea service (if applicable).

• Proof of vessel ownership - if you are submitting forms for your own boat(s)

• Physical Exam (within 1 year, on USCG Forms) There are certain medical conditions and/or prescription drugs that may disqualify you for a license or require a waiver. Ask for info if applicable.

• Drug Screen (within 6 months, on USCG Forms or proof of random program)

• Social Security Card Proof of U.S. Citizenship for Master/Mate (Birth Certificate or Passport) or Proof of Permanent Residency for six-pack OUPV

• Fingerprint Cards The USCG Conducts a criminal background check and National Driver's Registry Report on all applicants. Certain offenses within recent years can disqualify you for a license. Please ask if you need more information.

• Course Certificate from MPT's Certified Course within the last year

• First Aid & CPR Certificate from MPT or other USCG Approved course within the last year

• Take Oath in person at a Coast Guard Regional Examination Center

• License Processing Fees (evaluation/ issuance paid to USCG)