SCHOOL CALENDAR (In order of start date) * marked courses taught in conjuction with True North Maritime Academy
RECREATIONAL BOATING COURSES
COURSE: Basic Boating Safety Class - NASBLA Approved and Insurance Discount (8 Hours) $85.00
START DATE: Mid October 2024 END DATE: 2024
Course will run 1 Saturday from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm in classroom (Exam is at end of day)
or, ON DEMAND ANYTIME ONLINE (Exam must be taken in person)
COURSE: Advanced Boating Safety Class - NASBLA Approved and Insurance Discount (15-18 Hours) $225.00 (This class includes the Basic Course Information)
START DATE: October 29, 2024 END DATE: November 26, 2024
DAYS/TIMES: Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM in classroom. (5-6 sessions)
USCG CREDENTIAL LICENSE COURSES
COURSE: * Master Self Propelled Vessels Inland/Great Lakes/Near Coastal up to 100 GT (Min. 76 Hours) $1425.00
START DATE Course: Mon. January 27, 2025 END DATE: March 26, 2025
DAYS/TIMES: 3 times per week - Mon & Wed 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
COURSE: * Operator, Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) Inland/Great Lakes/Near Coastal (Min. 52 Hours) $975.00
START DATE Course: Mon. January 27, 2025 END DATE: March 8, 2024
DAYS/TIMES: 3 times per week - Mon & Wed 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
COURSE: * Auxiliary Sail Endorsement (4-6 hours) $175.00
START DATE: November 23, 2024 END DATE: November 23, 2024
DAYS/TIMES: Sat 9:00 AM 1:00 PM (1 Day)
COURSE: * Assistance Towing Endorsement (4-6 hours) $175.00
START DATE: November 25, 2024 END DATE: November 25, 2024
DAYS/TIMES: Mon 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (1 Day)
COURSE: * OUPV to Master Upgrade Only - Self Propelled Vessels Inland/Great Lakes/Near Coastal up to 100 GT (Min. 24 Hours) $575.00
You MUST have completed the OUPV Course to be issued a Master Credential from the Coast Guard.
START DATE Course: Sat. November 16, 2024 END DATE: December 4, 2024 (No Class on Nov 30)
DAYS/TIMES: 3 times per week - Mon & Wed 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
COURSE: * OUPV to Master Upgrade Only - Self Propelled Vessels Inland/Great Lakes/Near Coastal up to 100 GT (Min. 24 Hours) $575.00
You MUST have completed the OUPV Course to be issued a Master Credential from the Coast Guard.
START DATE Course: Wed. March 12, 2025 END DATE: March 26, 2025
DAYS/TIMES: 3 times per week - Mon & Wed 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
COURSE: First Aid/CPR/AED - National Safety Council (5 hours) $95.00
START DATE: Monthly 2024 - Register Online for Next Class END DATE:
DAYS/TIMES: Classroom - Weeknight 5:00 PM 10:00 PM or Saturday 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM
OR - Online Blended - Online Learning with In Person Practical (1.5 hrs in class)
COURSE: Able Bodied Seaman (AB) (40 hours) $975.00
START DATE: Email for info on upcoming classes END DATE:
DAYS/TIMES: Mon - Fri 0800-1730 or Online Blended/Hybrid Course
COURSE: FCC Marine Radio Operators Permit Prep Course (MROP) and FCC Exam (3.5 hours) $95.00 - Includes FCC Exam Proctor Fee
START DATE: Class offered on demand END DATE:
DAYS/TIMES: Online Anytime
COURSE: * OUPV/Master to Mate/Master 200 GT (12 hrs) $450.00
START DATE: 2024 As Needed END DATE:
DAYS/TIMES: 1-2 Times per week
This course can also be taken online or as blended (mix of online and classroom)
USCG STCW COURSES
COURSE: Basic Training Courses - STCW Held in Chicago, Illinois (Firefighting practical class held in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin) $1275.00
Courses currently in renewal process with USCG NMC. Class will not be held until renewal authorized. Course Approval under Midwest STCW, wholly owned by Chicago Maritime Group, Inc.
START DATE: TBD 2024 END DATE:
DAYS/TIMES: TBD
Basic Firefighting Classroom (BFF)
Personal Safety & Social Responsibility (PSSR)
Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
Elementary First Aid (EFA)
Firefighting Practical in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
COURSE: Advanced Firefighting Course - STCW (32 hours) Held in Chicago, Illinois or Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin $825.00
Course currently in renewal process with USCG NMC. Class may not be held until renewal authorized. Course Approval under Midwest STCW, wholly owned by Chicago Maritime Group, Inc.
START DATE: TBD 2024 END DATE:
DAYS/TIMES: Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri 0830-1730
COURSE: Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (STCW) (8 Hours) $350.00
Course Approval under Midwest STCW, wholly owned by Chicago Maritime Group, Inc.
START DATE: On Demand 2024 END DATE: Same Day
DAYS/TIMES: Weekday 0830-1700
COURSE: Basic Training Revalidation Course - STCW (8 hours) $750.00
Course currently in renewal process with USCG NMC. Class may not be held until renewal authorized. Course Approval under Midwest STCW, wholly owned by Chicago Maritime Group, Inc.
START DATE: TBD 2024 END DATE:
DAYS/TIMES: 1 Day 0800-1700
COURSE: RADAR Recertification Course (1/2-day) $375.00
START DATE: Scheduled As Needed for You END DATE: Same Day
DAYS/TIMES: Weekday 0800-1730