The Captain School at ABM Open for Registration

Spring Session of The Captain School at ABM Open for Registration

The Antique Boat Museum (ABM) is excited to announce the 2025 Spring session of The Captain School at ABM, led by experienced instructors Captain Tom Trovato and Captain Ken Kozin. This comprehensive program provides the essential training required to obtain a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC).

This session offers courses for the Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV/6-Pack), Masters Upgrade (~100 GRT), and Towing Endorsement, with the addition of a new Auxiliary Sail Endorsement. Upon completing the courses and exams, students will fulfill key requirements for their MMC at the OUPV or Masters level, with the option to add endorsements.

Course Details and Schedule:

  • OUPV/6-Pack Course + Exams
    • Dates: March 15-25, 2025
    • Class Times:
      • March 15, 16, 19, 22, 23: 8 AM – 5 PM
      • March 17, 18, 20, 21: 8 AM – 12 PM
    • Exam Dates & Times:
      • March 24: 9 AM
      • March 25: 1 PM
    • Cost: $845 (includes exam fees)
  • Towing Endorsement Course + Exam
    • Date: March 25, 2025
    • Time: 8 AM – 12 PM (exam included in curriculum)
    • Cost: $100 (includes exam fees)
  • Upgrade to Masters (~100 GRT) Course + Exam
    • Dates: April 1-3, 2025
    • Time: 8 AM – 5 PM (exam included in curriculum)
    • Cost: $350 (includes exam fees)
  • NEW Auxiliary Sail Endorsement Course + Exam
    • Date: March 20, 2025
    • Time: 1 PM – 5 PM (exam included in curriculum)
    • Cost: $100 (includes exam fees)

Why Earn a Merchant Mariner Credential?
An MMC is required to legally operate vessels carrying passengers for hire, including fishing charters, tour boats, diving excursions, and more. It is also necessary for commercial operations such as ferries, tugboats, and supply boats, as well as private yacht delivery for many manufacturers.

Registration and Contact Information:
Registration is now open on the Captain School at ABM webpage at https://www.abm.org/education/the-captain-school/. This page also includes links to register online and access the U.S. Coast Guard National Maritime Center’s MMC application checklist.

For questions about registration, course materials, or the licensing process, please contact Museum Educator Molly Voth at mvoth@abm.org or 315-686-4104 ext. 225.