With a Master license, the scope of your authority as captain increases from a 6-pack level to a Master up to 100 gross tons on "inspected" vessels, carrying more than 6 passengers for hire.
This is a four day in person course that is available to anyone who holds an OUPV credential or recently completed an OUPV course and wishes to upgrade to a Master licenese of 25, 50 or 100 GRT.
NOTE: The sea service requirements for a Master License upgrade is virtually the same as you would need for the OUPV license. You will need 360 days of sea time for an Inland Master or 720 days - showing at least 360 days on Near Coastal Waters - for a Near Coastal endorsement. The tonnage you will receive depends on the size boat you are claiming time on but at the very least everyone with 360 minimally is eligible for a 25 GRT that can be upgraded later on.
The tonnage you will receive is determined by your experience.
- For a 100 gross ton license, you'll need 180 days on a vessel of 51 gross tons or more OR 360 days on a vessel of 34 gross tons or more.
- For a 50 gross ton license, 180 days must be on a vessel of 26 gross tons or more OR 360 days on a vessel of 17 gross tons or more.
- At the very least, anyone with 360 totals days of sea service will qualify for a 25 gross ton license.
- To be a licensed Master, you must be a U.S. citizen of at least 19 years of age.
- You may self-certify or have someone attest to your time on the water.
Upon successful completion, a Certificate of Completion/Diploma will be issued that we can submit to the Coast Guard on your behalf along with the rest of your application so that your Master License may be issued.