How to Become a Merchant Mariner | felony on your record | unions to join

#merchantmarine #sailor #lifeatsea I've been getting a lot of messages on Tiktok & IG.
I made this informational video for you all, I always try to my best to be as helpful as possible! A simple guide on how to get started in this industry. & PLEASE don't listen to the naysayers, do what's best for you! TRAVEL FOR FREE and eat great food! :) Any questions, my inbox is always open!

*Sailor Union of Pacific - DECK ONLY
https://www.sailors.org

*Seafarers International Union - Apprenticeship Program (ALL DEPARTMENTS)
https://www.seafarers.org

*Mariner's Firemen's Union - ENGINE
https://mfoww.org

Links:
Passport: LOCAL POST OFFICE

Twic Card
https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

STCW Basic Training -CAL MARITIME Vallejo, CA
https://www.csum.edu/industry/extende...

Merchant Mariner Credential
https://www.dco.uscg.mil/nmc/merchant...