Maine Adult Education

Qualify to apply for the Coast Guard license to operate vessels carrying up to six passengers for hire (OUPV). The fee includes access to the Blended OUPV Course using Captain School Key West Learning Management System, charts, navigation tools, and the USCG-approved and accepted test. Students will participate in 30 asynchronous online class hours, including 12-16 hours of online mentoring and coaching via Zoom. In addition, the instructor will mentor student progress and students have assignments to complete. Once online requirements are complete, there will be 16 hours of required in-person classroom sessions (Saturdays, in Topsham), concluding with the four Coast Guard-approved and required examinations. Registration closes at noon on 9/13. Zoom link & instructions provided by instructor. *Attendance in one of the FREE online Info Sessions to discuss specific requirements is required. Requirements listed here.

John Coffin has held his USCG License since 1985 and has operated charter vessels in the Florida Keys and ME. He is a Master ME Guide and a certified Boating Instructor for the National Safe Boating Council.