About this program
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to function as commercial fishermen, fishing operations supervisors or in related fishing industry operations. Includes instruction in fishing vessel operation; fishing equipment operation and maintenance; equipment repair; catch identification, sorting, and storage; safety procedures; record keeping; and applicable legal regulations.
Career Opportunities
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Ship and Boat Captains
command vessels in oceans, bays, lakes, rivers, or coastal waters.
$89740
Post-secondary certificate
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
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