Registration

Once you've selected the course that's right for you, the next step is to get yourself registered. Houston Marine Training Office Manager, Joyce Geraghty can help. Call (800) 444-3926 to discuss your specific requirements, our class availability and pricing.

Course & Event Schedule now online! Contact Joyce if you don't see the course you need.

Enrollment & Payment Inquiries

When you contact Joyce, be prepared to talk about or describe:

• The desired license or endorsement;
• Amount and type of sea-time you have;
• What type of license you presently have;
• Any arrests or convictions;
• Your ability to pass a Coast Guard physical (requirements updated January 2010)

Please note that we require full payment prior to or at the time of registration. Acceptable forms of payment:

• All major credit cards;
• Personal or company checks; and
• Cash

Frequently Asked Questions

We tried to anticipate questions that you might have; combined those with questions we get again and again and then answered them all below. If you have a question that isn't answered here, please contact us.

Q:	What training software do you use?
A:	We use in-house developed courseware (videos and presentations), LAPWARE for Deck Officer License Prep and software tools developed by Houston Marine Services. Our materials are constantly updated with the latest Coast Guard Q&A appropriate to the license you are applying for.
Q:	How long will it take for me to receive my certification?
A:	As soon as you successfully complete our approved course or pass the Coast Guard examination.
Q:	How much will all this cost?
A:	Depends on which course you enroll in. Call or email for a firm quote.
Q:	Do you offer financing?
A:	No financing is available.
Q:	How long have you been around?
A:	We have been in Houston and at this location since 1985.
Q:	How many students have graduated?
A:	Literally thousands of mariners have received their training and certification with us.
Q:	Do you offer job placement assistance?
A:	No, not at this time.