Leverage Your Military Skills, Training, and Experience
I am a Maritime Consultant and a retired Merchant Mariner. I Started this rare service in 2007. I will assist with all credentials this includes any ratings you may qualify for and assistance with employment. I will act as a third party on your behalf to the United States Coast Guard, all federal entities and employing Maritime Companies. I have a 100% success rate in assisting motivated people (especially Prior Military) in obtaining this career.
I will walk you through this process one on one with no delays as fast as it can possibly get done. This can also be done at your own pace. Veterans hiring preference, and prior pertaining experience is applied for the best results we can achieve. (see qualifications tab)
For this service I charge a fee of $1,500.00 My fee can be paid in full, or I will accept two installments of $750.00. Ratings may incur additional fees depending on the rating and requirements. I offer a miscellaneous Consultation fee of $450 regarding anything to do with credentialing, employment etc. For those who may have the credentials but are having trouble getting employment and breaking in the field I recommend you consider this service. I will spend as much time as you need to achieve this career move, and I go straight to work assisting you.
My fees can be paid through PayPal. I consider PayPal a reference to the integrity of this service and has been my pay source for 21 years. This rare service is built on integrity. It is your option how you wish to pay for this service.
**In addition to my consultant fee**
In addition to my Consultant Service fee, there are fees to obtain your Maritime credentials. These fees are paid by you, at your own pace as you go through this process.
Maritime Credential Fees for International Sailors
U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential Processing Fee = $140.00
Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)= $125.00
U.S. Passport = $195.00
DOT Drug and Physical = approximately $180.00
STCW95 Basic Training Course (5 Day) is OPTIONAL BUT RECCOMENDED = $850 to $1,000.00. I will explain this training when we speak. Some companies pay/ offer this safety training, and some don't.
Total Fees for ENTRY-LEVEL Credentials = Without training including Consultant fee approximately $2000.00
Having a rating means more money and more control. If you qualify for a rating from previous shipboard experience either from your service or some other entity, I will consult you and we will obtain the best results according to your situation.
Feel free to call with any questions or concerns you may have about entering this field.
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