876Seafarer Training
Prepare With Purpose
Practical maritime training built around knowledge, judgement and real-world decision making.
876Seafarer is developing focused maritime preparation programmes for experienced boaters and mariners looking to strengthen their knowledge, refine their judgement and better prepare for formal assessment.
Upcoming Programme
Coming SoonCoxswain Preparation Programme
2 Day Live Online Preparation Programme
A structured preparation programme for experienced boaters preparing for formal Coxswain training and assessment.
The programme combines focused maritime theory, exam-style preparation, instructor-led discussions, simulator-based scenarios and individual readiness feedback.
Format
Live Online
Duration
2 Days
Delivery
Live Instructor Led
Class Format
Small Group Training
Programme Focus
What You Will Prepare For
The programme will focus on the knowledge, judgement and operational awareness candidates are expected to develop before progressing through formal Coxswain assessment.
COLREGS
Lookout, risk of collision and basic encounter situations.
Navigation
IALA Region B buoyage, navigation awareness and position awareness.
Weather
Weather awareness, changing conditions and operational judgement.
Safety
Safety equipment, passenger safety and emergency procedures.
VHF Communications
Distress, urgency and safety communication awareness.
Seamanship
Anchoring, lines, knots and fundamental deck practices.
Vessel Operations
Basic operational planning, responsibilities and safe vessel practices.
Exam Preparation
Exam-style questioning, oral preparation and guided revision.
Simulator Based Scenario Training
From Theory to Decision Making
Knowledge is only one part of operating a vessel safely.
Candidates will also work through instructor-led simulator scenarios designed to develop situational awareness, decision making and the ability to explain what they would do when responsible for the vessel. The candidate makes decisions and explains their intended actions while the instructor uses the simulator to demonstrate the developing situation.
Scenario themes may include
- Manoeuvring situations
- Collision avoidance
- Traffic encounters
- Departure and arrival situations
- Emergency situations
- Changing weather conditions
- Operational decision making
Programme Structure
How the Programme Works
Live Online Theory
Instructor-led sessions covering essential Coxswain knowledge with discussion, questioning, exercises and assessment-focused preparation.
Simulator Scenarios
Candidates work through realistic maritime situations requiring them to interpret what is happening, make decisions and explain their intended actions.
Individual Feedback
Each candidate receives individual feedback highlighting strengths, areas requiring further review and recommended next steps.
Certification Guide
Questions About Certification or Maritime Concepts?
Ask the 876Seafarer Certification Guide. It walks you through the Coxswain certification process in Jamaica and explains collision regulations, navigation, seamanship and safety concepts in plain language.
Ask the Certification GuideGeneral guidance only — not an official Maritime Authority of Jamaica assessment.
Readiness Assessment
Know Where You Stand
At the end of the programme, each candidate will receive an individual Coxswain Preparation Readiness Assessment.
Individual feedback is designed to help candidates focus their revision before progressing to formal assessment.
The assessment will identify
- Areas considered ready
- Areas requiring review
- Key strengths
- Positive observations
- Recommended next steps
Who It Is For
Built for Experienced Boaters
This programme is not intended to replace practical boating experience.
It is designed for candidates who already have experience operating boats and want structured preparation before progressing through the formal Coxswain training and assessment process.
Prior boating experience may be subject to verification before enrolment.
Coming Soon
Interested in the Coxswain Preparation Programme?
Registration is not open yet. Join the interest list to receive programme dates, candidate requirements, enrolment information and launch updates once they become available.
Important Information
The 876Seafarer Coxswain Preparation Programme is an independent preparation programme designed to support candidates preparing for formal Coxswain training and assessment. It does not issue the Coxswain qualification and does not replace any formal training, practical assessment, examination, licence, Certificate of Competency or certification required by the relevant maritime authority.
More Training Coming Soon
876Seafarer is developing additional maritime preparation, simulator and operational training programmes.
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