Fishing Deckhand Training Course
Gain essential skills for coastal trawl and purse seine fishing vessels. Master deck safety, gear operations, catch handling for quality preservation, vessel systems maintenance, and crew teamwork to work efficiently, safeguard the environment, and progress in your deckhand career.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Fishing Deckhand Training Course delivers hands-on skills for safe, effective work with trawl and purse seine equipment on 25–30m boats. Cover gear parts, deployment and retrieval methods, winch and hydraulic operations, personal protective equipment, hazard evaluations, fish processing, quality control, bycatch mitigation, logging, equipment upkeep after trips, and safety reviews to equip you for crew integration with confidence and contribution.
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Develop skills
- Operate trawl and purse seine gear safely and efficiently on coastal vessels.
- Execute deck procedures including setting, towing, and hauling with teamwork and signals.
- Conduct safety checks with PPE, pre-departure tests, and risk assessments.
- Handle and stow catch to preserve quality, minimize waste, and comply with regulations.
- Maintain deck gear by cleaning, securing, and servicing nets, winches, and hydraulics.
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