Admission
The successful student must have solid English and math skills. In addition, the student must be 18 years of age, (have basic swimming skills for BT) and be in good health. Students must submit a signed Registration Form and have an official photo ID on the first day of class.
Tuition
Basic SasfetyTraining
BST Non-refundable deposit. . $350
BST Tuition balance. . . . . . . . . $525
BST Tuition total. . . . . . .. . . . . $875
BST Renewal (R)
BST (R) Non-refundable deposit. . $250
BST (R)Tuition balance. . . . . . . . $395
BST (R)Tuition total. . . .. . . . . . . . $645
Advanced Firefighting
Non-refundable deposit . . . . . . .$425
Non-refundable balance. . . . . $450
Tuition total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $875
Marine Radio Operator Permit (MROP)
MROP Non-refundable tuition....... $215*
MROP License Training students...$200*
*Includes FCC Licensing Fee $ 35.
Marine Security Awareness (MSA)
MSA Non refundable tuition............$150
- Unless listed otherwise, the non-refundable tuition deposit is due with the Registration Form.
- The tuition balance is due 10 days prior to the start of class.
- For some courses the entire fee is due with Registration Form and is non-refundable.
- All major credit cards are accepted.
- If a credit card is used as the method of payment, a convenience fee of 3.0% of the total amount charged will apply for all transactions.
Transfer & Refund Policy
- If Registration not accepted by the School, all payments will be fully refunded
- Where notice is provided to School more than 3 business days before the start of class to transfer registration to a different class, a $50.00 change fee will apply
- Where notice is provided to School more than 3 business days before start of class to cancel registration the appliccant will be obligated for the nonrefundable tuition deposit.
- Where notice is provided to School less than 3 business days before start of class to transfer or cancel registration; or if the applicant does not arrive for the scheduled class; or if the applicant withdraws from class once classes have begun, applicant may be obligated for the full amount of the tuition.
- If a credit card was used as the original method of payment, a convenience fee of 3.0% of the total amount refunded will apply for all transactions
- Applicable refunds are made within thirty (30) days.
Housing
- Apartments have a bedroom, convertible living room/ bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, and covered porch. Apartments are air-conditioned, furnished, and equipped with counter top range, refrigerator, and cooking utensils.
- Number of students per apartment is generally a maximum of two.
- Housing is offered on a space available basis.
- School is not responsible for loss of any personal property. Sorry, no pets.
Housing Fees
Housing Fee.... ..............................$70.00(per night)
- For a second or third person in a party add $20 per night/ per person
- Housing includes utilities.
- If a credit card is used as the original method of payment, a convenience fee of 3.0% of the total amount charged will apply for all transactions.
- Housing fees are due 10 days prior to the start of class
Housing Refund
- If a student cancels prior to the start of class, housing fees will be refunded
- Once a student moves into the facilities no fees will be refunded.
- If a credit card was used as the original method of payment, a convenience fee of 3.0% of the total amount refunded will apply for all transactions.
- In the event of damage to the accommodations, the student will be responsible for all costs required to repair the damaged school property.
- Applicable refunds are made within thirty (30) days.
Designed to help the maritime professional to move steadily through the stages of deck hand to deck officer. They are also in response to STCW, the standards for US Coast Guard approval, IMO compliance and the ISPS code. These currently include:
BST - Basic Training (5 days) - This course covers the four modules required for this Coast Guard approved endorsement. These modules include Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities, Personal Survival Techniques, Elementary First Aid, and Basic Marine Firefighting. Firefighting will be held at Port Canaveral Maritime Academy.
