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About
Premier Maritime Training, LLC is a U.S. Coast Guard-approved training provider offering in-person courses in Florida, Michigan, and Ohio. We specialize in providing first-class education for mariners seeking their USCG Captain’s License. Our team of experienced instructors has decades of combined experience to bring you an experience that you will cherish for the entirety of your maritime career!
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As a USCG-approved testing center, we proctor the exams in-house, which saves you a trip to the Regional Exam Center. Whether you are looking to start a new maritime career or check something off your bucket list, look to us to help you get it done!
In-Person, USCG-Approved Classes With In-House Testing
Premier Maritime Training is a U.S. Coast Guard-approved training provider offering in-person captain’s license classes in Florida, Michigan, and Ohio. Instead of staring at videos on your own, you learn in a real classroom with a live instructor, hands-on practice, and classmates who are serious about boating. Because we’re also an approved testing center, you take your USCG exam with us in-house. That means no extra trip to a Regional Exam Center, no hunting for a third-party proctor, and no wondering if what you studied will match what’s on the test. It’s a streamlined path from your first day of class to walking out with your course completion in hand.
High Success Rate, Not Just “Access to a Course”
If you’ve ever bought an online course and never finished it, you’re not alone. Research on massive online programs shows that only about 5–15% of students who enroll in these courses actually complete them. That number reflects online education as a whole, and most captain’s license schools don’t publish transparent pass-rate statistics to prove they’re different. We chose another path. Our captain’s license training is built around in-person classes, face-to-face accountability, and guided exam prep. You’re not just given a login - you’re guided by instructors who learn your name and your goals, and we keep working with you until you pass your exams. No future captain gets left behind.
Experienced Captains Teaching What Really Matters on the Water
Our instructors are not just good test-takers - they are seasoned captains and maritime professionals with decades of combined real-world experience. They’ve run charters, worked commercial operations, and dealt with the kind of real-life situations that never show up in a multiple-choice question. In class, that translates into practical examples, stories, and tips that help the rules and regulations stick. You don’t just memorize the Rules of the Road; you learn how and why they apply when it’s dark, the weather is closing in, and traffic is heavy. That depth of experience gives you both a stronger shot at passing your exam and a safer, more confident start to your career as a licensed captain.
All-Inclusive Pricing With No Surprise “Gotcha” Fees
With Premier Maritime Training, you know what your captain’s license course will cost before you ever step into the classroom. Our pricing is straightforward and all-inclusive - covering instruction, classroom materials, and in-house testing for the course you choose. Many training options advertise a low course price, then add extra fees for exam proctoring, rescheduling, or required study materials. We built our program to be the opposite of that: clear, predictable costs and no nickel-and-diming. That means you can budget confidently for your OUPV (6-Pack), Master, or Assistance Towing course without worrying about hidden add-ons later.
Free Exam Retakes and Focused Support If You Need a Second Try
Everyone learns differently, and life sometimes gets in the way of exam prep. If you don’t pass a module on the first attempt, you’re not left on your own. Our USCG-approved model allows for additional attempts, and we support you with targeted review and extra help so you can fix weak spots and come back stronger. Many online programs technically allow
Help With USCG Paperwork and License Applications
For a lot of future captains, the paperwork is just as intimidating as the exam. Sea-service forms, medical certificates, TWIC, drug testing, and application packages can quickly feel overwhelming. As a USCG-approved school, we walk you through the documentation step by step, help you understand what you need, and review your package before you send it so you avoid common mistakes and delays. Other options may focus strictly on “course content” and leave the licensing process entirely up to you. We see paperwork guidance as part of the service - because our goal isn’t just to help you pass a test, it’s to help you successfully obtain your USCG captain’s license.