HOW TO JOIN YACHTING · CERTIFICATES
Certificates, explained
What to buy, what it costs, what it is for, and what to leave in the shop until a boat asks for it.
- UPDATED August 2026
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What an ENG1 seafarer medical costs in 2026 in the UK, France, South Africa and the USA, how long it lasts, and why to book it before any course. - UPDATED August 2026
What does STCW Basic Safety Training cost in 2026?
STCW Basic Safety Training prices for 2026 in Cape Town, Fort Lauderdale, Antibes, Palma and the UK, what the bundle leaves out, and the 5 year refresher.
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