There are a number of recognised qualifications in the world for sailing with the RYA being the most internationally recognised. In more recent years IYT (International Yacht Training) has appeared and together with the RYA syllabus offer the only MCA approved training courses - a must for anyone looking to pursue sailing as a career.

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RYA (Royal Yachting Association)