Offering Maritime Training in the San Francisco Bay Area!
We're pleased to offer U.S. Coast Guard-approved maritime training in Alameda, CA — just across the bay from San Francisco.
Whether you're just getting started or advancing your credentials, our courses cover essential topics in deck operations, navigation, and onboard safety. Classes are led by experienced instructors who bring real-world knowledge from time at sea.
Explore our current course offerings and session dates below — and get the training you need to move forward in your maritime career.
Maritime Courses - Enrollment Now Open!
LICENSE RENEWAL (LESS THAN 200 TONS) (DECK) (Upcoming Sessions)
- Course Format8 Hours
- Length
- Training Method
- Simulation
MASTER 100 TONS (Captains License) (Upcoming Sessions)
- Course Format80 Hours
- Length80 Hours
- Training Method
- Simulation
OPERATOR OF UNINSPECTED PASSENGER VESSELS (OUPV) (Upcoming Sessions)
- Course Format58 Hours
- Length
- Training Method
- Simulation
RADAR OBSERVER (UNLIMITED) (Upcoming Sessions)
- Course Format35 Hours
- Length
- Training Method
- Simulation
VESSEL PERSONNEL WITH DESIGNATED SECURITY DUTIES (VPDSD) (Upcoming Sessions)
- Course Format8 Hours
- Length
- Training Method
- Simulation
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Enrollment & customer service is handled through our San Diego office.
Ballena Isle Marina
1150 Ballena Blvd. • Suite 255 • Alameda, CA 94501
(866) 300-5984
info@maritimeinstitute.com
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