Hourly General Consulting Service

Our Hourly General Consulting service offers expert advice and guidance in the Maritime Industry. Trust our professional consultants to help navigate USCG challenges.  

Do you have your USCG application ready to submit, and want an extra set of eyes to review your complete application prior to submission?  Book an appoinment.  

Book your 1 hour consultation appointment with USCG credentialing experts Andy and Margaret. *Whether you want an application reviewed prior to submission. 

*Need information for convictions or medical issues. 

*Have a complex licensing situation. 

*Are learning how to obtain your USCG license when you have previously held a license in another country (US Citizens or Green card holders only). 

*Have other questions you need further information on. 

**Our staff dives into your individual situation and finds a clear path for your needs. 

**Book your consultation day/time below and pay at the link here.

We are offering a new zoom class on renewing and upgrading your USCG Credentials. This is a live 2-hour Zoom class that will walk you through your application step by step. 

*We will have breakout rooms to work on specific areas of your application if you are struggling 

  with it or need further guidance. 

We will guide you how to:

*Pay your pay.gov fees

*Fill out your sea time

*Fill out your application

*Fill out your medical (Further guidance/special medical cases will require a separate 1-on-1 

  session with our expert Andrew Hammond for in-depth situations/needs)

*Your drug test

*Information on 719C forms (Further guidance/ special cases will require a separate 1-on-1   

  session with our expert Andrew Hammond for in-depth special situations)

*How and where to submit your USCG applications

**If after the class you would like a one-on-one zoom session with our team, to have us review your documents before you submit them you can schedule a 1-hour consultation through our website.  

**If you also have special needs/medical and/or convictions that you need in-depth assistance with, those also require a separate session to answer question and have one-on-one help to fill out the forms and gather the additional required documentation.  These are time consuming, private/sensitive topics that we keep confidential and separate from our Zoom sessions. 

**During the additional one-on-one consultation we can assist with merging your documents into one file for your upload (This service is not possible during the live zoom class session).

Upon booking and payment you will receive an email with all the documents and directions needed for the session. Please come well prepared prior to the live class. Once you have booked and paid for your session, follow the directions in the email you receive. *If you are not prepared you may not have the most efficient experience.*   

**Book your consultation day/time below and pay at the link here. (Booking Calendar currently under constrution) Please email info@mmlcs.com for a booking please specify which date. Payment link is active. 

**Upcoming 2026 class dates 2-hour classes start at 1:30 end at 3:30

For Original applications please choose and sign up on one of the following dates:

August 24

September 28

October 26

November 30

December 21

For Renewal/Upgrades 25-100 GRT applications please choose and sign up on one of the following dates:

September 16

October 14

November 18

December 16

***Further Note:  10 person sign up minimum. If we do not reach the required 10 people to host a class you will be notified and re-scheduled for the following class.  

Our Upper Level Licenses Consulting Services Package offers expert guidance and strategic solutions for Maritime clients seeking to optimize their career path and navigate industry challenges with confidence.

• Consulting Services: review of your information for compliance with applicable regulations and policies to determine which endorsements and upgrades you qualify for. One 1-Hour focused consultation included in service. Schedule your time on website booking calendar (Tuesdays and Thursdays). 
• Career Guidance: Personalized advice to help you navigate and grow your Maritime career.
• Sea Time Evaluation: Comprehensive assessments to help plan your credential upgrades.
• USCG Application Support: Expert assistance from consultants with strong relationships with REC and NMC personnel to ensure your applications are successful. Step by step guidance through the required document gathering.
• Application submission: review required documents and prepare for submittal to the USCG for review and approval.
• Strong Representation: We work as your authorized representative on your behalf during the application process. 
• Goal Setting: Goal setting and follow up for one year to help you along in your career.
• Assist in finding schools: Assist you in finding schools with the classes you need, with a schedule that works for you.
• Educational Resources: Free monthly Zoom classes offering insights into the Maritime industry.
• Legacy Files: Assistance with requesting and digitizing legacy files (additional fee for file digitization of large files).
• Document Storage: Storage of certificates and documents that we have on file. Storage of certificates is helpful in case you lose your originals and you do not have a digital copy. 

NEW SERVICES INCLUDED:

*No more credit card processing fees on service payments

*Scholarship Foundation Donations: For every Mariner who subscribes, MCS LLC will donate $25 to the CCC Foundation Scholarship Fund. 100% of the funds go directly to the student’s tuition.

*Online Booking for 1-hour consultation: Client can book a 1-hour consultation included in this   service to go over goals and develop a plan in depth. 

*Client Renewal Reminders: Mariners will receive automated reminders for renewal of certifications that are necessary to stay compliant with the USCG during their active service time. This Service also includes an additional 4 years of Certificate/Licensing Notification Service.

*Note: Above fee does not include any required Coast Guard application user fees, or necessary classes.  Payment options: Yearly, Quarterly, Monthly.