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Fred’s Tips
Fred's tips for MCA oral exam prep guide you through every step of your certification journey, from initial application to passing your oral exams.
Deck Progression to Yacht Unlimited CoC’s - It’s Official!
The MCA has officially confirmed the new Yacht Unlimited CoC pathway — a long-awaited step forward for yacht officers. For years, crew hit a ceiling at Master 3000, but that’s changing fast. With LY3 removing the 3,000 GT cap and yachts only getting bigger, this new ticket opens the door to larger vessels without switching to commercial routes. Time to dust off those plotting tools — it’s official!
Guide: How to apply for your COC after you PASS!
Step-by-step guide to applying for your Certificate of Competency (COC) after passing your MCA exam. Includes the latest 2024 update about accepting scanned documents for first-time applications. Your complete roadmap from exam success to certification.
How to book your MCA Online Exam, Step by step in 2025
Updated guide for booking your MCA Online Oral Exam in 2025, covering OOW, M500, and M3000 certifications. Learn about the new Microsoft Teams format and follow our step-by-step process to successfully book your online examination after receiving your NOE.
M200 COC REQUIREMENTS
Understanding M200 COC requirements: Compare Safe Haven vs Unlimited Area qualifications. This includes minimum age requirements, qualifying certificates, sea service requirements, and crucial details.

