# Introduction to Yachting

Course number: 807
Provider: Maritime Professional Training (MPT)
Duration: 1 days
Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Source: https://www.mptusa.com/course-details/introduction-to-yachting-course-807
Export generated: 2026-10-19T15:17:22Z (not a course revision date)

## Overview


## Course description
**Introduction to Yachting - Course #807**

***Glimpse Into Working on Superyachts***

This 1 day course is ideal for all new crew working in any department on private and charter super yachts. This course includes an amazing amount of information relevant to obtaining employment in the superyacht industry. Life onboard the yacht, Nautical Terminology, departments, vessel layout & design, Chain of Command, Individual and Interpersonal Relationships, Choosing Exceptional Service for all Crewmembers, Etiquette and Personal Graces, Code of Ethics, Life Balances, Yacht Roles and definitions, Image and Personal Presentation, International Protocol, Language and Speech, the Relationship of Service Privacy and Professional Boundaries.

Students taking this course should also consider taking Powerboat Level Two (#307) as well as STCW Basic Safety Training program (#140) and Security Awareness Training (#561)

## Prerequisites
No prerequisites are stated in the published course fields. Confirm individual eligibility with MPT.

## Required materials
None.

## Class dates, prices, and enrollment
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