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Military to Mariner

Military sea service may be counted towards the sea service required to become a mariner. This military sea service is only part of the MMC evaluation. Documentation is key and must be submitted with the MMC application package to a Regional Exam Center.

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Once the MMC evaluation is complete, the mariner will receive an email and/or letter notification indicating Awaiting Information (AI), Approval to Test (ATT), or Approved to Print.

 

Military Service Requirements

The following military service is evaluated in accordance with 46 Code of Federal Regulations 10.232 and Marine Safety Manual Vol III, Part A, Chapter II:

  • Vessel name
  • GRT or displacement tonnage
  • Propulsion Power
  • Dates assigned to the vessel
  • Position served (BMC, SK1, LT, etc.)
  • Propulsion Power

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Military service in the Deck or Engine department may be creditable toward a Deck or Engine license.

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