Passenger Shipping

Sailor – Career Changer: Module 1

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
BMDV-Accredited Training Program in 9 Modules According to the BinSchPersV

Participants will receive the entry “Sailor” in their service record book from the Waterways and Shipping Administration after completing 90 days of onboard service within the nine-month training program and successfully passing the IHK administrative examination.

Book course 8.870,00€ – 12.478,00€

Safety Training – Deck Crew

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
Entry Level in Inland Navigation

Career starters or career changers receive the necessary skipper’s service book after completing the compact basic training in hazard prevention on board, allowing them to integrate into the onboard community.

Book course 560,00€ – 724,00€

Radar Licence (Special Authorisation for Radar) – Compact Course

River Academy Duisburg | Akademie Barth Vinckeweg 15, Duisburg, Deutschland
Preparation for Written Examination

As a holder of the special authorization for radar (formerly radar license), you can enhance your role as a vessel operator by conducting qualified and authorized radar-assisted voyages. This contributes to the economic success of your company by helping you meet loading and unloading deadlines, ensuring you remain a reliable partner for the dispatcher.

Book course 670,00€ – 752,00€

First Aid Course

In cooperation with HEAT Düsseldorf – flexibly available at all River Academy locations or as an in-house training

The first aid course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely perform life-saving emergency measures on board. It is designed for all crew members in inland navigation and forms part of the basic safety training programme.

Book course 166,00€ – 248,00€