Mountwest Maritime Academy

Mountwest Maritime Academy The Mountwest Maritime Academy at Mountwest Community & Technical College offers U.S. Coast Guard approved courses for the Inland Waterway Industry

The Mountwest Maritime Academy provides
U.S. Coast Guard-approved maritime training for
various levels of the river industry from entry-level Deckhands, those with experience ready
to become Steersmen, and seasoned mariners
wanting to expand their qualifications. The Academy uses simulators for both Steersman and Radar certifications to enhance the traditional learning experience. The simulators e

ducate students in practical situations. Student responses are then evaluated and compared to industry standards and regulations. The Academy has been serving the needs of the river industry since 2001.

05/28/2026

We are offering a Apprentice Mate class on August 24-September 2nd. Classes fill up quick so call to register. 304-697-5616

05/26/2026

We are offering 16 hr Firefighting June 9,10 seats are limited.

Call 304-697-5616 to reserve today

Our next Deckhand Class begins June 22nd! ⚓For more information about upcoming classes, visit https://mctc.geniussis.com...
05/11/2026

Our next Deckhand Class begins June 22nd! ⚓

For more information about upcoming classes, visit https://mctc.geniussis.com/catalog or contact us at 304-697-5616.

Congratulations to our first Wheelhouses Resource Management class in Pt Pleasant with Amherst Madison.
05/07/2026

Congratulations to our first Wheelhouses Resource Management class in Pt Pleasant with Amherst Madison.

Congratulations to our newest graduates of the Apprentice Mate class! Instructor: Captain Chris Sayre
04/03/2026

Congratulations to our newest graduates of the Apprentice Mate class!
Instructor: Captain Chris Sayre

Congratulations to our newest graduating Apprentice Mate class.Thank you for choosing Mountwest Maritime Academy for you...
03/27/2026

Congratulations to our newest graduating Apprentice Mate class.
Thank you for choosing Mountwest Maritime Academy for your training.

Congratulations to our deckhands
03/02/2026

Congratulations to our deckhands

02/16/2026

We still have some seats available for these March Classes:

16 hr Firefighting March 9-10
Radar WR March 11-13

Call to register 304-697-5616 or send a message

Mountwest’s 7-Day Deckhand Training through the Mountwest Maritime Academy supports regional workforce needs by offerin...
02/05/2026

Mountwest’s 7-Day Deckhand Training through the Mountwest Maritime Academy supports regional workforce needs by offering short-term, skills-based maritime training. ⚓

This program is ideal for individuals seeking practical education that can lead directly to employment opportunities. The next cohort begins on February 9th.

Visit https://mctc.geniussis.com/catalog/course/51/deckhand to learn more!

Congratulations to our apprentice mate students on this. They drove thru snow and ice storms to get here and then anothe...
02/04/2026

Congratulations to our apprentice mate students on this. They drove thru snow and ice storms to get here and then another snowstorm while they were attending and never missed a beat.
Thank you for choosing Mountwest Maritime Academy!

Address

203 Ohio River Road
Huntington, WV
25702

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+13046975616

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