The Silver Cruise Ship Hospitality & Yacht Services Diploma is a specialized two-year vocational track developed under the Echo Operating System (EOS) for careers aboard international ocean liners, river cruise vessels, and private yacht fleets. It spans 2 academic years (4 training semesters) comprising 20 accredited theoretical, maritime hospitality, and service delivery modules.

Core Competencies & Training Delivery:

1. Maritime Food & Beverage Operations: Fine dining service styles (French, Silver Service), international bar and wine service, banquet coordination, and strict USPH / HACCP sanitation standards aboard vessels.
2. Cruise Housekeeping & Purser Services: Cabin steward operations, luxury stateroom upkeep, guest front desk management, and computerized onboard Property Management Systems (PMS).
3. STCW Safety & Crowd Management: Mandatory STCW basic safety certifications (Personal Survival, Firefighting, First Aid, PSSR) combined with Crisis Management and Crowd Control for passenger vessels.
4. Mock Cabins & Galley Service Drills: Applied practical drills inside fully equipped simulated ship cabins, restaurant dining rooms, and galley stations, accompanied by direct cruise line interview preparation.

Accreditation:

Certified by the American Institute for Professional Education (AIPE) in alignment with IMO STCW Regulation V/2, ILO Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006), and USPH sanitization frameworks.