USCG Captain's License Course Schedule | Modern Sailing

USCG Captain's License Course Schedule

Modern Sailing School & Club offers four different training courses to meet your needs and fit your experience and goals: OUPV, 100 Ton Master License, 100 Ton Master Upgrade, and the USCG Sailing Endorsement. We hold courses two to three times yearly. Typically, spring courses are on weekdays and fall classes are on weekday evenings and weekends.

Learn about the benefits of taking USCG Captain's License courses at Modern Sailing and the requirements for each type of license here: US Coast Guard Courses for Captain's License.


OUPV (Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel)

The OUPV course (also known as the Six Pack License) prepares you to meet the qualification requirements for a US Coast Guard OUPV License.  The OUPV License allows you to take up to 6 passengers for hire on an uninspected vessel.

Members $1095 / Non-members $1295


100 Ton Master License

This course prepares you to meet the qualification requirements for a US Coast Guard Masters License in Near Coastal waters. The Master License is awarded in 3 different tonnage categories: 25, 50 and 100 tons. The 100 Ton credential allows you to operate USCG-inspected commercial vessels.

Members $1295 / Non-Members $1495


100 Ton Master Upgrade

This course prepares licensed captains to meet the qualification requirements for a US Coast Guard 100 Ton Master License in Near Coastal waters. The Master License is awarded in 3 different tonnage categories: 25, 50 and 100 tons. The 100 Ton credential allows you to operate USCG-inspected commercial vessels.

Members $895 / Non-Members $995


USCG Sailing Endorsement

This one-day course will review your sailing skills and administer the exam to receive your Sailing Endorsement.

Members $225 / Non-Members $295


Required Textbooks and Tools

The following textbooks and tools are required and are not included with the purchase of your course. All are available on Amazon, most other online booksellers, and/or your local marine supply store.

  • Chapman Piloting and Seamanship (68th Edition) - please review before class.
  • Homeland Security / US Coast Guard Navigation Rules and Regulations Handbook - please review before class.
  • Annapolis Book of Seamanship by John Rousmaniere - not required by highly recommended reading.
  • Please be sure to bring your navigation tools with you to class i.e., divider, parallel ruler and/or rolling plotter, pencil(s), eraser, and magnifying glass, if needed.
     

The 100 Ton Masters course material and class dates overlap both the OUPV and 100 Ton Upgrade. They are combined and taught concurrently in a single classroom. 


UPCOMING CLASS DATES
(Weekday Daytime Classes)
 

OUPV Students (9-day course, 9:00am - 5:00pm)

  • Monday, January 30 - Friday, February 3
  • Monday, February 6 - Friday, February 7
  • Monday, February 13 and Tuesday, February 14

100 Ton Master Students  (12-day course, 9:00am - 5:00pm)

  • Monday, January 30 - Friday, February 3 
  • Monday, February 6 - Friday, February 10
  • Monday, February 13 and Tuesday, February 14

100 Ton Master Upgrade Students (5-day course, 9:00am - 5:00pm)

  • Wednesday, February 8 - Friday, February 10
  • Monday, February 13 and Tuesday, February 14

Sailing Endorsement (1-day course, 9:00am -5:00pm)

  • Wednesday, February 15 

USCG COURSES CANCELLATION POLICY

In order to guarantee class dates for our students, we adhere to a strict cancellation/rescheduling policy:

  • Cancellation with 30 or more days before class begins: refund less 50%
  • Cancellation with less than 30 days before class begins: no refund
  • Rescheduling with 30 or more days before class begins: $200 charge
  • Rescheduling with less than 30 days before class begins: 50% of tuition
  • Once class begins, there are no refunds for cancellations or rescheduling.

Ready to sign up? To get started, call our friendly office team at (415) 331-8250 or send us an email

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  • Ray Arceneaux

    The vessel was clean and in fine condition - very nice boat for training, well-equipped.

  • David Dolenc, Member

    I love sailing in the San Francisco Bay and greatly appreciate everything that MSC has to offer, the classes, clinics, club sails, racing and charters. I enjoy our supportive sailing community and use every opportunity to spend time on the water. After obtaining the certifications from MSC I did my first charter in Croatia in 2022 with my family. It was amazing and we’re looking forward to returning soon!

  • Esther C

    I took ASA 101 with them recently. They have the best customer service I've ever seen! I mistyped my address when I signed up online so didn't receive the textbook. I called and the lady immediately sent me another copy! Everyone at the club is super friendly.

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