The apprenticeship programme is designed for newcomers without prior experience who are seeking a career in the yachting industry. It is vitally essential for these individuals, also referred to as ‘greenies,’ to acquire the necessary core skill sets and knowledge to become valuable assets to both vessels and the industry.

The apprenticeship programme aims to give back to the industry by supporting newcomers in gaining in-depth knowledge and skill sets across all departments. It teaches the importance of upholding a standard of excellence when completing tasks, taking pride in their work and the leadership skills to help navigate life.

The first step to be considered for the Apprenticeship programme, is to sign up and successfully complete the Progressive Crew Career Programme online e-learning courses. Upon completing the online e-learning courses, candidates will be handpicked twice yearly based on a score mark above 90% and passing a series of interviews.

The E-learning programme is designed to give a comprehensive theoretical knowledge of luxury yacht operations, enabling individuals new to the industry to make informed decisions about their career and the role they may be best suited to, as well as provide a solid foundation and the core knowledge to move towards having a professional career.