9-Month Program – Basic Sailor Course – Duisburg

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9-Month Program – Basic Sailor Course – Duisburg

This training program is designed for career changers who want to begin working as a certified deckhand in inland navigation.

The course is delivered in 9 modules of 5 days each, taking place at our training center in Duisburg. Participants spend a total of 44 days on-site. The program prepares students for the official IHK deckhand examination, held in German.


Program Topics Include:

  • Basic Safety Training – onboard safety, emergency behavior, firefighting

  • VHF Radio (Inland) – training for the radio licence and onboard radio practice


Examinations:
Preparation for the official IHK Deckhand Exam (in German)

Included:
The VHF radio certificate is included in the course fee.

Note:
Days of onboard service must still be completed to qualify for official registration in the service record book.

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