Boat Mechanic

Are you good at solving problems and using your brain as well as your hands? Do you enjoy the outdoors and being on the water? Do you want job security? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then you may just want to get online and look for one of the many boat mechanic schools out there.

You don't need a four-year degree to make a big splash when it comes to a good career decision. Boat mechanics enjoy learning about a variety of marine and watercraft engines and technology. Boat mechanic schools train their students using classroom instruction and hands-on exercises. After completing basic courses, boat mechanic trainees can get manufacture-specific training in such high powered marine engines such as Volvo-penta, Honda, Yamaha, and Suzuki. So what does the future look like for a boat mechanic school graduate?

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the need for boat mechanics should increase 18% from 2002 to 2012. According to the National Marine Manufactures Association, there were over 72 million boaters in 2003. With the increase in the next decade of an older population (including the age group that buys most of today's boats), job security rates very high. Wages for boat mechanics are good also; in 2004 the median wage for boat mechanics was $14.74 and rising.

So, what are you waiting for? Take the plunge, get wet, and start an exciting career today when you begin your training at one of the numerous boat mechanic training centers near you.

Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, nmma.org (National Marine Manufactures Association)

Schools are listed in alphabetical order by state then city.

WyoTech	[Daytona, FL]
Ready to make a real difference in your life? Our career-focused programs will give you the hands-on training you need to succeed. Programs: BMW Motorcycle Mechanic Ducati Motorcycle Mechanic Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Mechanic Honda Motorcycle Mechanic Kawasaki Motorcycle Mechanic Marine Mechanics Suzuki Motorcycle Mechanic Yamaha Motorcycle Mechanic Request More Information >

The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale

[Ft. Lauderdale, FL]

The Art Institutes system of schools is a leading educator of students in the creative and applied arts, including design, media, fashion, and culinary programs. Every program of study offered to you is regularly reviewed by industry leaders, advisors, and employers for relevance in the marketplace. Changes are made, if necessary, to integrate subject matter into the curriculum so that our degree programs reflect the way things are done in the real world of work. Programs listed are not offered at all locations.
Programs:
Yacht & Marine Design
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Marine Mechanics Institute - Florida Campus	[Orlando, FL]
Programs: Marine & Watercraft Technician Training Request More Information >

New England Institute of Technology

[Warwick, RI]

Get your career on the right track with New England Institute of Technology. We are a private, co-educational technical college offering more than 30 associate, bachelor's and master’s degree programs in the technical, industrial, business, and allied health fields. Most of our associate degree programs can be completed in as little as 18 months, and bachelor's degree programs in as little as three years.
Programs:
  Auto Body Technology
  Automotive Technology
  Marine Technology
  Plumbing/Heating Technology
  Refrigeration/Air Conditioning/Heating/Gas Technology
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