G.U.E.S.T Purser Programme (unit 18-21)

Description

Whether you’re looking to progress into the Purser role or you already occupy the position and would like to formalise your existing experience, our GUEST-accredited Purser Program is for you.

Our Purser Program was the first of its kind when we created it 15 years ago, and it continues to lead the industry with more than 700 graduates having passed through the courses. Whether you choose residential, online intensive or fully flexible, the program has been designed to fit around your current work and life schedule.

The program provides an understanding of a vast range of practical skills that may be required of pursers in their role on board including yacht operations, destination management, VAT, accounting, crew management, HR and more.

Course Format

We have two options for online learning. You can choose to do it in a 2-week intensive course with our trainer Julia, or you can choose to do it in your own time through our fully flexible course.

2-Week intensive course:

Monday to Friday - held over 2 weeks

•  6 hours of daily online Live Lectures Monday-Friday
• 3 hours of self-study per day through the VLE
• 10 day course
• 3 written assessments
• Maximum 6 students per course
• Online format allows students to join from any time-zone and location

Fully flexible, self-paced course:

Our Flexible Purser Program allows students to spread out their learning at a pace to suit your lifestyle.

• Unlimited access to our schedule of live lectures at various times throughout the year.
• Self-study at your leisure through our state-of-the-art 4th generation Virtual Learning Environment
• 3 written assessments
• Online format allows students to join from any time-zone and location

Course Structure

Modules

The Purser course is broken down into eight modules over 2 weeks which cover the core GUEST / IAMI learning outcomes.

Our program contains Units 18 - 21 GUEST Purser Program.  

Module 1: Role of a Purser

Module 2: Port Clearances

Module 3: Yacht Operations & Muster Duties

Module 4: Destination Management

Module 5: Charter & VAT

Module 6: Accounting & Budgeting

Module 7: Crew

Module 8: Maritime Organisation

Useful Information

Testimonials

"An amazing course with relevant resources and references that are valuable tools. Julia as a trainer is extremely knowledgeable, her personal experiences, support and feedback were a great assistance. "

Jennifer - 2022 VLE Purser Graduate

"It is a fountain of knowledge and you will learn things that can be used in so many areas of life, not just in a purser role. But stay organised, stay on top of the program, do not leave anything for later, use your weekend to catch up on activities and assignments as the second week is very intense and full on. If fast paced learning process is something you enjoy, go for the two week intensive course, but if you prefer having more time to absorb the immense amount of the information the training contains of - go for the flexi -training. Either way - I 100% recommend it! :)"

Martyna - 2022 VLE Purser Graduate

" Doing the two week course is intense but it's the best way to learn to be fully immersed in learning the role of a purser. The communication and content available are fantastic and the support to get you through the course is great." 

Anna - 2022 VLE Purser Graduate

" I have spoken highly of the course and highly recommend it to future pursers or chief stewardesses. The knowledge gained is invaluable and will benefit many situations that will surely cross their career path " 

Liza - 2022 VLE Purser Graduate

"I would say it is so valuable if you want to progress in your career, both as a Chief Stewardess and as a Purser. You gain such a great insight into the running of a yacht and what goes on behind the scenes. The course content is really interesting and will definitely enable you to progress within your role, and support HOD's if needed."

Charlotte - 2022 VLE Purser Graduate

"It's a great course and so informative, I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Julia and my other classmates. Julia is a great facilitator, highly knowledgeable and experienced, is great at giving constructive feedback and pushes you to do your best. I feel more confident as a seafarer and working on the interior. I look forward to using my new knowledge and skills in my next role!"

Haleigh - 2022 VLE Purser Graduate

"This is a fabulous course for those wishing to step up from being a Chief Stewardess - it gives you the tools, knowledge and insights needed to become a purser ; the confidence to transition into that role with ease. I would highly recommend Julia as the instructor - she made virtual learning a breeze with a lot of interaction and engagement throughout despite the endless pages of compendiums!"

Chloe - 2022 Purser Graduate 

" If you want to take your job seriously, and be seen as a professional, even if you don't want to become a Purser, I would recommend this course. You'll understand all of the factors that go into making the decision making onboard from your HODs and Captain. And you will understand your rights and the questions to ask when looking for a new job."

Laura - 2022 Purser Graduate

" I already have recommended the course, I couldn't praise Julia enough, she really is a credit to The Crew Academy!"

Stephanie - 2022 Purser Graduate

" If you want to step up into a Purser role with more confidence and knowledge about the position and what would be expected of you, I highly recommend you do the course to gain that knowledge." 

Liezl - 2022 Purser Graduate

" The Crew Academy is the best company to do it through. I have already recommended to a friend who is thinking of doing the course. "

Georgina - 2022 Purser Graduate

" Doing the purser ticket was a real milestone for me. In all my yachting courses I am always the happiest and most impressed doing them with TCA and I would go do all their courses if I could :) "

Lisa - 2022 Purser Graduate