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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.
Fred’s “What to Study” lists for OOW, Master 500/3000, and M200 Courses
Needing some Pre-study? Let me help you. Get started on your maritime certification journey with our comprehensive pre-study guides for OOW, Master 500/3000, and M200 courses. Perfect for those looking to build a strong foundation before committing to full exam preparation. Access tailored study lists designed to set you up for success.
Fred’s Webinar: Get exam ready!
Discover why Fred's weekly webinars are essential for maritime exam success. From real-time practice with exam-style questions to personalised feedback and study buddy connections, learn how these interactive sessions can transform your exam preparation. Perfect for candidates seeking structured, accountable, and effective study methods.
Microsoft Teams – Troubleshooting guide for your oral exam
Essential troubleshooting guide for your MCA oral exam on Microsoft Teams. Prevent technical issues with our comprehensive checklist covering system requirements, setup tips, and emergency protocols. Don't let technical difficulties impact your exam performance - prepare with our detailed guide.
Why I Teach the Whole Syllabus - No Cherry-Picking Here!
Discover why a comprehensive approach to maritime exam preparation is essential for success. Learn how our structured, no-shortcuts method covers the entire syllabus, ensuring you understand not just the 'what' but the crucial 'why' behind every concept.
How we learn: what the experts say
Discover science-backed learning techniques based on expert research and psychological principles. Learn about key concepts like spaced learning, the fluency illusion, and interleaving to optimise your maritime exam preparation. Includes practical tips on study methods, memory techniques, and the importance of proper rest.
How Scripts (and Acronyms) provide support in stressful situations
Understanding the science behind stress and memory, and how maritime professionals can use scripts and acronyms to maintain performance under pressure. Includes practical examples from ColRegs and radar plotting.
Oh, Bouy. You failed your exam! What now? 😬
Failed your maritime exam? Get back on track with our comprehensive 6-step recovery plan. Learn how to process, analyse, and bounce back stronger with practical steps for your next attempt.

