Cruisers College

Know-How to Keep Your Vessel Ship-Shape! Cruisers College Learn DIY techniques from the marine tech pros at SVC Cruiser’s College.

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Founded in 2016, Cruisers College was created to provide high-quality marine education  specifically for boat owners. Courses are taught in Skagit Valley College's marine technology center, offering opportunities for demonstrations and hands-on learning.

While the Skagit Valley College technical programs deliver excellent training for new marine technicians, their 12-week course format can be challenging for many boat owners to commit to. Cruisers College bridges this gap by delivering practical training designed in accessible one-day or weekend formats.

Cruisers College benefits both participants and the local community—bringing visitors to town while making productive use of specialized facilities and equipment that often sit idle on weekends.

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SVC Marine Surveying: Yachts and Small Craft

Sept 14 - Nov 13 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m

Launch your career in the marine industry with the Marine Surveying course at Skagit Valley College. This course provides the essential skills needed to perform vessel inspections, damage evaluations, and condition and valuation surveys.

Marine Surveying: Yachts and Small Craft focuses on recreational vessels 65 feet and under. Through structured modules, students learn inspection procedures, survey standards, reporting techniques, and evaluation methods using practical exercises, case studies, and assessments.


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Professional Marine Canvas

July 13 - 24, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

We are super excited about our latest canvas offering! Here is your opportunity to take your boat canvas skills to the next level. Join us for two weeks of boat canvas training aimed at those looking to take a deep dive into canvas fabrication or are planning to pursue marine fabrication professionally. The marine industry needs more canvas professionals, many are 6+ months out and others a not accepting new clients. Come learn the skills needed for high-level canvas fabrication.

 

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Marine Technology Center
1606 R Ave.
Anacortes, WA 98221

Phone: 360.766.6282