vessel steering instructor

Vessel steering instructors teach people the theory and practice of how to operate a vessel safely and according to regulations. They assist students in developing the skills needed to steer and prepare them for the driving theory and the driving examinations. They may also supervise driving examinations.

Alternative Labels

cruise ship instructor

helm

helm instructor

helmsman

helmsman instructor

helmsman teacher

helm teacher

marine vessel captain

ship steering instructor

ship steering teacher

vessel steering teacher

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

adapt teaching to student's capabilities apply teaching strategies assist students in their learning encourage students to acknowledge their achievements give constructive feedback guarantee students' safety inspect vessel interpret traffic signals monitor developments in field of expertise show consideration for student's situation

Essential Knowledge

curriculum objectives health and safety measures in transportation mechanics of vessels physical parts of the vessel types of maritime vessels vessel electrical system vessel safety equipment vessel stability principles

Optional Skills and Competences

assess students conduct water navigation demonstrate when teaching operate an emergency communication system use geographic memory use water navigation devices

Optional Knowledge

adult education customer service engine components fishing vessels learning difficulties mechanics operation of different engines vessel fuels

Skills & Competences

Concept status

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/2c027db0-d2a6-43f0-9c4a-caff27c7c54a

Status

released

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