Commercial Fisherman Apprenticeship Program
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Program Contact Name
Shaye Rooney
Program Contact Email
Program Phone Number
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Description
Become the next generation of conservation-minded fishermen with the CFAP!
This free, month-long program is the perfect entry point for hard-working, self-motivated individuals interested in a career in Rhode Island's commercial fishing industry.
What you'll learn:
- Essential skills through hands-on training in safety, seamanship, navigation, vessel maintenance, and gear repair.
- Industry knowledge through classroom sessions on fishing as a business, fisheries management, regulations, cooperative research, data collection, species identification, and responsible fishing practices.
- Practical experience with 3 days at sea, choosing from diverse fishing methods like trawling, lobstering, gillnetting, and dredging.
Program details:
- Location: Point Judith and Kingston, Rhode Island
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- What's provided: All training materials, course books, gear (boots, foul-weather gear, gloves), daily lunch stipend, and a $1,000 completion stipend.
- Bonus: Assistance with securing employment on a local vessel upon program completion.
Ready to launch your career as a commercial fisherman? Apply for the CFAP today!
This program opportunity is organized by the Commercial Fisheries Apprenticeship Program led by East Farm Commercial Fisheries Center.
Details
Training Providers
East Farm Commercial Fisheries Center
Training Locations
Point Judith and CFCRI office in Kingston
Program Schedule
Training takes place Monday through Friday from about 8:30am – 4:30pm.
Total Program Hours
160
Graduate Credentials
US Coast Guard Drill Conductor Certificate, CPR/First Aid/AED Certified