FULL MEMBER
For those working towards, or serving at officer level, for engineers from MEOL or Y4 upwards, for interior crew applying for a GUEST CoC, and for anyone else who needs to submit verified Sea Service and qualifications to the MCA. Full members are issued with the MCA-Approved PYA Service Record Book in which sea time will be verified and stamped as proof of completion. This is also appropriate for managers, superintendents etc. who wish to keep their CoC valid.
ASSOCIATE MEMBER
Suitable for junior deck or engineering crew , interior crew and chefs. Associate members are issued with a Training Record book as required and the PYA Crew Work Book for recording their sea time to be stamped by their captain. This can be used for a Yacht Rating Certificate but cannot be presented to the MCA as verified sea time.
SHOREBASED MEMBER
For those working in the industry but not serving at sea and who do not require an SRB or verification of Sea Service Testimonials.
PYA PARTNER
For companies working in the yachting industry who want to promote their companies and support the work of the association. Partner fees depend on the size of the company.
NON MEMBERS
For those who would like to get their sea service verified on a 'pay as you go' basis without receiving the other benefits of joining the PYA.