Master Upgrade – U.S. Coast Guard (Domestic)

Master Upgrade – U.S. Coast Guard (Domestic)

Master 100 Ton Captain LicenseThe Master Upgrade course is a combined enrolment in our Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels course plus the three-day Upgrade to Master 100 Gross Tons course. The total course hours are 104.

For your convenience, the program is offered in two formats: a 2- ½ week day course and a twelve-week night schedule, which meets three evenings per week.

TOPICS INCLUDE:
Coastal Navigation, Navigation Rules, Watchstanding, Ship handling, Maritime Law, Pollution, Marlinspike Seamanship and Safety.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

  • Plotting Tools (Dividers, Parallel Ruler, Triangles)
  • Calculator (TI-30 or TI-36)
  • Pencils and erasers
  • Training Charts are provided by NMI

CO-REQUISITES / SUGGESTED COURSES:

  • First Aid/CPR
  • FCC Exam
  • Upgrade OUPV to Master 100 Tons (if you hold an OUPV license currently)

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

  • TWIC Card
  • Physical Exam & Drug Test
  • Coast Guard Evaluation and Licensing Fees

Resources & FAQ’S:

How to Apply for a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)

FAQ Sheet for Masters Upgrade

USCG Approval:

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV)

  • Any applicant who has successfully completed your Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) (NOREMI-340) course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy the examination requirements of 46 CFR 11.201(j)(1) for original issuance, 46 CFR 10.227(e)(1)(iii) for renewal, and 46 CFR 10.227(i)(1) for reissuance of a merchant mariner endorsement as Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) Upon Near Coastal, or Great Lakes and Inland, or Inland Waters. The course completion certificate issued upon successful completion of this course is valid for one application which results in the issuance of an endorsement(s) and may not be used for future application transactions.

Upgrade OUPV to Master 100 ton

  • Any Applicant who has successfully completed Northeast Maritime Institute Upgrade OUPV to Master 100 Ton course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy all examination requirements of for Upgrade of a merchant mariner from OUPV Near Coastal, or Great Lakes and Inland, or Inland Waters to Master of Vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons Upon Near Coastal, or Great Lakes & Inland, or Inland waters; OR increase the scope of a credential of Master of Vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons upon Great Lakes & Inland , or Inland Waters to M aster of Vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons upon Near Coastal waters. The course completion certificate issued upon successful completion of this course is valid for one application which results in the issuance of an endorsement(s) and may not be used thereafter for application transactions.

COURSE DATES:
For information regarding course dates, please contact our Registration Office.

PRICE: $1,925.00 USD

  • Master Upgrade
     July 23, 2025
     8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:  

Venue Phone: 401-472-3389

Address:
One Phillips Street, Wickford, Rhode Island, 02852, United States