MLPS Member Courses

The USPS Educational Program is diverse and challenging. It offers to the members the promise of greater enjoyment and safety in their own boating activities. In addition, the Educational Program offers the satisfaction of personal accomplishment, and the opportunity to share with others the knowledge and skills the individual member has acquired.

There are currently three major divisions in the USPS Member's Educational Program:                   

• Advanced Grades:
  A sequential group of five courses in seamanship and navigation
  
• Elective Courses:
  Six non-sequential courses in diverse marine-oriented topics
  
• Supplemental Programs:
  A collection of short, home-study guides on special subjects
  
• Schedule