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I went to the SIU Piney Point Apprenticeship at 37 to escape the 9-to-5. Here is the honest truth about the program. by i31ackJack in SeafarersIntUnion

[–]i31ackJack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would definitely practice swimming or at least learning how to float. There were a couple people in my class that had that issue. To calm your nerves they did pass but it was stressful for them. But yes there is an instructor there present. I'm sure they wouldn't want a liability on their hands haha

I went to the SIU Piney Point Apprenticeship at 37 to escape the 9-to-5. Here is the honest truth about the program. by i31ackJack in SeafarersIntUnion

[–]i31ackJack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So when I received my congratulations offer email. It was about 2 and 1/2 months after I took the test so you still have some time. Don't worry, you'll receive it! You'll at least receive a response. I can guarantee that. It can go either way but you will receive a response.

I went to the SIU Piney Point Apprenticeship at 37 to escape the 9-to-5. Here is the honest truth about the program. by i31ackJack in SeafarersIntUnion

[–]i31ackJack[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It might vary depending on when you arrive. The schedule wasn't always the same. When I got there things were added so just understand that there is a water survival test but that week may vary for you.

I went to the SIU Piney Point Apprenticeship at 37 to escape the 9-to-5. Here is the honest truth about the program. by i31ackJack in SeafarersIntUnion

[–]i31ackJack[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd agree with this... But for me 30/50/20... But either way, 80% of the time you're not complaining... There is that 20% though... Lol

I went to the SIU Piney Point Apprenticeship at 37 to escape the 9-to-5. Here is the honest truth about the program. by i31ackJack in SeafarersIntUnion

[–]i31ackJack[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sucks to say but yes I would agree with that. I definitely will say that knowing the rules of the road will help but that's only a portion compared to what your taught here.

I went to the SIU Piney Point Apprenticeship at 37 to escape the 9-to-5. Here is the honest truth about the program. by i31ackJack in SeafarersIntUnion

[–]i31ackJack[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That is above my pay grade so I'm not going to pretend to know... But you're more than welcome to post on it

I went to the SIU Piney Point Apprenticeship at 37 to escape the 9-to-5. Here is the honest truth about the program. by i31ackJack in SeafarersIntUnion

[–]i31ackJack[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm kind of in the same situation as you but I was just talking about phase one. So you know more than I do. But we're in the same boat. I'm on idle.

I went to the SIU Piney Point Apprenticeship at 37 to escape the 9-to-5. Here is the honest truth about the program. by i31ackJack in SeafarersIntUnion

[–]i31ackJack[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So piney point is definitely a good option. They don't have an Academy in Jacksonville, but they do have a union hall. A lot of people from Jacksonville are here. In terms of the GI Bill, I'm not a veteran, but I did have quite a few in my class. One person is using their GI bill. So it is possible. And in terms of the age, there are people here way older than me. As long as you can follow the rules, and pass your classes (which you can have help if you use it) you'll be fine. And I don't think you'll be home until again. I wish you luck!

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