USCG-DECK-RATINGS-L4.1

Counting yacht time toward deck ratings

USCG-DECK-RATINGS-M4 · The yacht deckhand's route · USCG-DECK-RATINGS-M4-A Counting yacht time, building the evidence file and the step from Able Seafarer to OICNW and Mate. 3 lessons.

Yacht time counts. How much of it counts is decided by four questions: **how long was the day**, **how big was the vessel**, **where was she**, and **whose flag**.

AI-drafted catalogue content pending SME review. Able Seafarer sea service figures changed by statute on 18 December 2025 and the CFR and NMC checklists had not been conformed at drafting, so confirm current day counts, exam modules and assessment rules; verify with the National Maritime Center before applying.