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The Med Stew Academy

Interior / Stew Courses

Excellence in Interior Operations

Training Programmes

Professional Training for Luxury Yacht Interiors

The Med Stew Academy prepares interior crew for the demands of luxury yachting, focusing on practical skills, attention to detail, and exceptional guest service.

Curriculum

Featured Courses

Junior Stewardess Starter Course

The perfect introduction to the yachting industry for aspiring stewardesses. Build confidence in service basics, safety awareness, and life on board from day one.

Beginner5 Days

Interior Yacht Service Training

Professional service standards for luxury yachts. Learn the protocols, etiquette, and techniques that define world-class interior service.

Intermediate7 Days

Housekeeping & Laundry Essentials

Practical techniques and industry best practices for maintaining impeccable guest spaces, couture care, and wardrobe management at sea.

All Levels4 Days

Silver Service & Fine Dining

Luxury table service and guest experience. Master formal dining, wine service, and the art of anticipating guest needs before they arise.

Advanced7 Days

Cabin & Turn Down Service

Creating exceptional guest spaces. From morning preparation to evening turn-down, learn the details that define five-star hospitality.

All Levels3 Days

Chief Stewardess Leadership

Management, communication, and team development. Build the leadership skills required to run a flawless interior department on large vessels.

Senior10 Days
Learning Journey

A Clear Path from Entry to Leadership

Level 1
Foundation
→ Junior Stewardess
Level 2
Professional
→ Stewardess
Level 3
Advanced
→ Senior Stewardess
Level 4
Leadership
→ Chief Stewardess
Career Pathway

Course Levels

  1. Level 1

    Foundation

    Core skills & entry

  2. Level 2

    Professional

    Practical development

  3. Level 3

    Advanced

    Specialist training

  4. Level 4

    Leadership & Management

    Command & strategy

Entry-level programmes for newcomers building the core competence and confidence needed to begin a career in yachting.

  • Junior Stewardess Starter Course

    The perfect introduction to yachting for aspiring stewardesses — service basics, safety awareness, and life on board.

    5 Days

  • Cabin & Turn Down Service

    Morning preparation, evening turn-down, and the small details that define five-star guest spaces.

    3 Days
Curriculum

Certificate Programmes

A structured, four-stage curriculum that takes crew from their first day on board to leading an interior department. Each certificate stacks on the last, building the technical skill, polish, and leadership required at every rank.

  1. Stage 01

    Level 1

    Foundation Certificate

    • Introduction to Yachting
    • Professional Yacht Etiquette
    • Housekeeping Fundamentals
    • Laundry Fundamentals
    • Basic Service Skills
    • Cabin Preparation
    Outcome

    Junior Stewardess

  2. Stage 02

    Level 2

    Professional Certificate

    • Advanced Service
    • Wine & Beverage Knowledge
    • Guest Experience
    • Floral Design
    • Provisioning
    • Interior Administration
    Outcome

    Stewardess

  3. Stage 03

    Level 3

    Advanced Certificate

    • Luxury Guest Management
    • Event Planning
    • Advanced Housekeeping
    • Inventory Systems
    • Team Coordination
    Outcome

    Senior Stewardess

  4. Stage 04

    Level 4

    Leadership Diploma

    • Interior Management
    • Leadership & Communication
    • Budget Management
    • SOP Development
    • Training & Mentoring
    Outcome

    Chief Stewardess

Career Progression

Your Path Forward

From your first day as a junior stew to leading an interior department, our programmes are structured around a clear progression of onboard roles.

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  1. 01

    Junior Stewardess

    Entry-level service, housekeeping, and laundry support.

  2. 02

    Stewardess

    Confident service across cabins, dining, and guest areas.

  3. 03

    Senior Stewardess

    Specialist responsibilities and supervision of junior crew.

  4. 04

    Chief Stewardess

    Heads the interior department; leads, trains, and reports to the captain.

Graduate Benefits

What Our Graduates Receive

Industry-focused training

Practical skills designed specifically for the luxury yachting industry.

Certificate of Completion

Recognised certification to support your career and CV.

Career guidance

Personalised advice to help you navigate the yachting job market.

Professional development

Pathways designed to grow your skills at every stage of your career.

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Audience

Who Are These Courses For?

  • New entrants to yachting
  • Junior stewardesses
  • Experienced interior crew
  • Chief stewardesses seeking advancement

Start Your Interior Career

Develop the skills to excel on board, from your first day as a junior stew to leading an interior department.

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