TWIC vs MMC: What’s the Difference and Which One Do You Need?

Jun 1, 2026 | Blog

TWIC vs MMC: What’s the Difference and Which One Do You Need? If you’re wondering about the difference between a TWIC card and a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), you’re not alone. These are two of the most important requirements for anyone pursuing...

MED PIC Training Seattle | USCG-Approved Maritime Medical Course

Apr 30, 2026 | Blog

Medical Person in Charge (MED PIC) Training in Seattle | USCG-Approved Course When you’re offshore, there’s no immediate access to medical care — the crew is the response team. That’s why Medical Person in Charge (MED PIC) training is essential for today’s maritime...

AB to Mate Program at MITAGS: Your Path from Able Seaman to Licensed Mate

Jan 28, 2026 | Blog, Maritime Jobs 101

Advancing from Able Seaman (AB) to Mate is one of the most important career milestones for professional mariners. The AB to Mate Program at MITAGS (Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies) is designed to help experienced deck personnel meet STCW-2010...

One Rung at a Time: Why Pilot Ladder Training Could Save a Life

Nov 14, 2025 | Blog, Education

Every pilot transfer is a leap of faith — literally. With just a few feet of rope, wood, and careful rigging between them and the ocean below, maritime pilots regularly face one of the most dangerous parts of their job before they’ve even set foot on a...

TWIC vs MMC: What’s the Difference and Which One Do You Need?

MED PIC Training Seattle | USCG-Approved Maritime Medical Course

AB to Mate Program at MITAGS: Your Path from Able Seaman to Licensed Mate

One Rung at a Time: Why Pilot Ladder Training Could Save a Life

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