A Popularity Wave For Careers At Sea
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A Growing Interest in Careers at Sea
Summary:
There's a rising demand for maritime careers, offering numerous opportunities for job seekers.Article:
Maritime careers are experiencing a surge in popularity, driven by several key developments.
The Maritime Security Program (MSP) is expanding its fleet from 47 to 60 ships, alongside growth in the U.S.-flag cruise ship industry. This expansion presents a broad array of opportunities, allowing merchant mariners?"working under contracts with maritime companies and the Seafarers International Union?"to choose from a wide range of vessels. These include deep-sea cargo ships and military support vessels that continue to assist U.S. troops in operations like Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.
Additionally, job opportunities abound on Great Lakes ships, cable ships, tugboats, and passenger ferries.
For those aspiring to maritime careers, the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education stands out as a top choice. Affiliated with the Seafarers International Union, this state-of-the-art facility offers the nation's most extensive selection of U.S. Coast Guard-approved courses, ranging from entry-level training to license preparation and academic support. Many courses even count towards college credits, and the school provides GED and college degree programs.
Since its founding in 1967, about 145,000 students have trained at the center. Its apprentice program combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, featuring three phases, including a vital 90-day stint aboard a U.S.-flag ship. This practical experience has significantly contributed to the industry's retention rate, with around 75 percent of graduates continuing in the field four years later.
At any given time, the school hosts 100 trainees, either starting their training or returning from their sea phase.
Located in Piney Point, Maryland, the center is equipped with cutting-edge training tools such as bridge and engine simulators, the Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School, and a culinary lab.
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