Assistance Towing Endorsement for U.S. Coast Guard Licenses (2025 Renewal)
Add a towing endorsement to your merchant mariner license!
Enroll in Course
This course serves in lieu of testing at the Coast Guard REC, to add an assistance towing endorsement to a credential as master less than 200 tons.
If you have questions about the course before enrolling, reach out to [email protected]
Your Instructor
Christopher D. Nolan is a career maritime officer including command of sailing, power, and military vessels.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.
How long do I have to submit this to the Coast Guard after the course?
1 year!
Are there any other benefits?
With Practical Navigator courses, you get 2 years of free PRO access to MMSEAS licensing software.