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PMT Donates to Mercy Ships!

When we founded Pathfinder Maritime Training (PMT) we made the intentional decision to register as a Public Benefit corporation. As a Public Benefit corporation, PMT is committed to supporting maritime focused non-profits, and we donate a portion of our revenues and...

How to Earn Your Able Seaman License in Three Easy Steps

The main goal of Pathfinder Maritime Training is to make earning a professional maritime licensing process as simple as possible. In this blog and the short video below, I’ll walk you through how to earn an Able Seaman license in three easy steps. Before we talk about...

What is ‘Able Seaman with Lifeboatman Limited’ and How It Differs from PSC (Proficiency in Survival Craft)

One of the biggest questions we receive at Pathfinder Maritime Training (PMT) is “What’s the difference between Lifeboatman and Lifeboatman Limited, and which one do I need?”  The short version is that a Lifeboat credential includes a Proficiency in Survival...

How to Become an Ordinary Seaman (OS): Your Guide to a Starting a Maritime Career

The maritime industry offers a rewarding career path, and the first step aboard a large vessel for many aspiring mariners is becoming an Ordinary Seaman (OS), also known as an Ordinary Seafarer. The OS rating is the foundational, entry-level position that requires no...

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How do I use Focus Mode?

How do I use Focus Mode?

Focus Mode aims to eliminate distractions & streamline your learning experience – increasing learning retention and completion rates. Focus mode eliminates common webpage distractions and puts forth the most important content front and center to help students...

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View Quiz Statistics

View Quiz Statistics

Would you like to view your past quiz statistics? Click the Student Dashboard course overview. Click the blue drop down arrow to the right of the "IN PROGRESS" bubble. Then click on the statistics icon next to the quiz that you would like to review, highlighted in...

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How to Earn a Captain’s License

How to Earn a Captain’s License

Step 1: Enroll in and complete a licensing course. The hardest part of this step is determining which course is right for you. Feel free to check out our blog on this topic or contact the PMT team who will be more than happy to assist.  Step 2: Complete the...

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Which Captain’s License is Right for You?

Which Captain’s License is Right for You?

One of the most common questions we are asked is “What is the difference between an OUPV and Master license, and which one should I earn?” Our first answer is always “It depends.” It depends on what you will use the license for, and it depends on your sea service. The...

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Welcome Aboard, Captain Colleen!

Welcome Aboard, Captain Colleen!

Pathfinder Maritime Training (PMT) is excited to announce that Capt. Colleen Wilson has joined the PMT crew as an instructor! Colleen is a former Coastie who brings over a decade of on the water and instruction experience to the team. One of Colleen’s favorite Coast...

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Student Feature – Chris Salinas

Name: Capt. Chris, Hingham, MA Occupation: Hingham Assistant Harbormaster & Strategy Consultant The Pathfinder Maritime Training team is pleased to feature our student, Chris Salinas! Chris is a Coast Guard veteran who earned his commercial license to stay engaged...

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