General Questions
A mix of questions
7 articles
- Can I apply to be a deck hand?Explains that we only accept applicants aiming to be skippers on sailing yachts.
- Do I need an STCW to work/attend Academy, Quarterdeck or Yacht Week?Candidates often ask whether the STCW Basic Safety Training is mandatory for Host/Skipper Academy and for seasonal work with Yacht Week/Quarterdeck.
- Is the 7-day Academy program training or working?Sets expectations for the week, including roles, responsibilities and liability.
- Will I work for Yacht week or Quarter Deck?Explains the relationship between YW and QD
- Is Quarterdeck and Yacht Week the same company?Explains that it's 2 different companies
- Do I receive a certificate after completing Academy?Quarterdeck issues a course training certificate to any student who requires one. Here is what it means for culinary and skipper tracks.
- Visas & work permits for Skippers and HostsOverview of visa and work permit considerations for skippers and hosts (incl. Schengen rules), how and why different countries enforce them, and what Academy students and seasonal staff should keep…