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| Attribute | Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels | Ship Captain |
|---|---|---|
| Career area | Transport, Logistics & Aviation | Transport, Logistics & Aviation |
| What it involves | Command or supervise operations of ships and water vessels, such as tugboats and ferryboats. | Command or supervise operations of ships and water vessels, such as tugboats and ferryboats. |
| Helpful KCSE subjects | ||
| Study routes | ||
| Typical training route | Specialist aviation/technical training plus regulator licensing or certification | Diploma/Level 6, TVET or specialist professional/technical training |
| Entry requirements | Academic route varies. Engineering degrees typically require C+ mean with Mathematics A and Physics; pilot/ATC/maintenance licensing has separate KCAA medical, training and examination requirements. | Academic entry varies by programme; engineering routes emphasise Mathematics and Physics. Seafaring roles have separate medical and competency certification requirements. |
| Training duration | Varies widely: flight/licensing pathways may take 1-3+ years; engineering degree about 5 years | Degree: about 4-5 years; diploma/certification routes vary |
| Work environment | ||
| Employment type | ||
| Kenya demand | High - logistics/transport is a major employer-reported skills-demand field; demand is strongest in supply chain, transport and distribution. | High - logistics/transport is a major employer-reported skills-demand field; demand is strongest in supply chain, transport and distribution. |
| Outlook / AI impact | Technology-augmented | Technology-augmented |
| Professional regulator | Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) | Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) |
| Could this suit you? | May suit you if you enjoy coordination, movement, safety, systems and time-sensitive decisions; useful strengths include Clear communication, Attention to performance and quality, Listening comprehension. | May suit you if you enjoy coordination, movement, safety, systems and time-sensitive decisions; useful strengths include Clear communication, Attention to performance and quality, Listening comprehension. |
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