Prepare for success with Mariners Learning System’s online platform! Learn about essential requirements, including device compatibility, recommended browsers, audio needs, and online testing prerequisites.

<h2 id="get-ready-to-learn-essential-mariners-learning-system-online-course-and-testing-requirements">Get Ready to Learn: Essential Mariners Learning System Online Course and Testing Requirements</h2><div data-hs-callout-type="tip" id="isPasted">&#x1F4A1;&#xA0;TIP: Jump to the bottom of this article to view <a href="https://marinerslearningsystem.gorgias.help/en-US/what-devices-can-i-access-my-course-through-901744#online-testing" style=" text-decoration: underline;">ONLINE TESTING</a> system requirements.&#xA0;</div><h3 id="general-information-">General Information &#xA0;</h3>You can access your online course through a computer, smartphone, or tablet! If you have access to the Internet, you have access to your online course. So, wherever you go - even if you&apos;re just sitting in traffic - we offer a true Anytime, Anywhere, Any Device learning solution!&#xA0;If you can access our website, you can access your course. With our <a href="https://help.marinerslearningsystem.com/en/knowledge/app" rel="noopener" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">NEW app</a>, you can take quizzes offline for 360-degree studying.&#xA0; <h3 id="web-browser">Web Browser&#xA0;</h3>Please make sure your web browser is fully up to date. This will provide&#xA0;the best user experience for our students. &#xA0;<div data-hs-callout-type="note">&#x2705; We strongly RECOMMEND using Google Chrome as your primary web browser with our courses. You can download this browser for free <a href="https://www.google.com/chrome/?brand=YTUH&amp;geo=US&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw-e2EBhAhEiwAJI5jg1ubWOxMjmJaOQnirfhyjYtVUNjnzo3vGPlTyP6uK8hsa-hB6kQkORoC5zcQAvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="noopener" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>You can also use the following web browsers: &#xA0;<ul><li data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="&#xF0B7;" data-listid="55" style="font-size: 16px;">Minimum <a href="https://www.apple.com/safari/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Apple Safari 6</a>&#xA0;</li><li data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="&#xF0B7;" data-listid="55" style="font-size: 16px;">Minimum <a href="http://www.mozilla.org/en-US/" rel="noopener" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Mozilla Firefox 25.0</a>&#xA0;</li></ul>We DO NOT recommend using the following web browsers: &#xA0;<ul><li data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="&#xF0B7;" data-listid="55" style="font-size: 16px;">Microsoft Edge&#xA0;</li><li data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="4" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="&#xF0B7;" data-listid="55" style="font-size: 16px;">Microsoft Internet Explorer&#xA0;</li></ul> <h3 id="audio">Audio&#xA0;</h3>All lectures are accompanied by an audio version; some have videos. All you need is sound, earbuds, or headphones if you like or if you are in a noisy environment.&#xA0; <h3 id="internet-connection">Internet Connection&#xA0;</h3>If you can comfortably watch a YouTube video, you should be able to view course videos without trouble. If your Internet connection is unpredictable, you can still work through lessons and quizzes, but you may need a little patience.<ul><li style="font-size: 16px;">Minimum of 10 Mbps of download speed</li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Minimum of 5 Mbps of upload speed</li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Ethernet is recommended, especially for online testing</li></ul>You can run a speed check <a href="https://fiber.google.com/speedtest/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.&#xA0; <h3 id="online-testing">Online Testing</h3><div data-hs-callout-type="warning">&#x26A0;&#xA0;IMPORTANT: Online testing MUST be done on a DESKTOP or LAPTOP!</div><ul><li style="font-size: 16px;">Desktop or laptop with a camera and microphone &#xA0;<ul style="font-size: initial;"><li data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="&#xF0B7;" data-listid="56" style="font-size: 16px;">NO&#xA0;tablets, iPads, Chromebooks, or smartphones&#xA0;</li><li>RAM must be a minimum of 4GB</li></ul></li><li data-aria-level="2" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="&#xF0B7;" data-listid="56" style="font-size: 16px;">Up-to-date computer and web browser software&#xA0;<ul style="font-size: initial;"><li data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="6" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="&#xF0B7;" data-listid="55" style="font-size: 16px;">Mac: macOS 11 to 15.0+&#xA0;</li><li data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="6" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="&#xF0B7;" data-listid="55" style="font-size: 16px;">Windows: 11 or 10*&#xA0;<ul style="font-size: initial;"><li data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="6" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="&#xF0B7;" data-listid="55" style="font-size: 16px;">Windows 10S/SE and 11S/SE is not a compatible operating system&#xA0;</li></ul></li></ul></li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Hard Disk Space<ul><li style="font-size: 16px;">Mac: 400 MB&#xA0;</li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Windows: 300 MB</li></ul></li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Ethernet is recommended, as it provides a stronger, more reliable, and faster Internet connection</li></ul>

System Requirements

Learn how to create your student account in just a few simple steps, and find out when you’ll need your Course Locker account for accessing courses and exams.

<h2 id="start-your-educational-journey-with-mariners-learning-system-today">Start Your Educational Journey with Mariners Learning System Today</h2><h3 id="isPasted">How can I create a student account with Mariners Learning System?</h3>Creating an account to access your online courses and/or online exams on the us is easy! Just follow these simple steps to get started:<ol id="isPasted"><li data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Calibri" data-leveltext="%1." data-listid="66" style="font-size: 16px;">Go to <a href="https://ecampus.marinerslearningsystem.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">https://ecampus.marinerslearningsystem.com/&#xA0;</a>&#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0;</li><li data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Calibri" data-leveltext="%1." data-listid="66" style="font-size: 16px;">Click Don&apos;t have an account? Create an account <img src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/eynJd7OqabR69ERo/hc/z8QbV2PBVVxogePy/2024112622-fad95a09-ab67-43d5-add4-5e1150c013c5-course%20locker%20login.webp" style="width: 652px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">&#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; </li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Enter in the required fields marked by a red *<img src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/eynJd7OqabR69ERo/hc/z8QbV2PBVVxogePy/2024112622-5b320062-060c-4038-a85c-eb4c0f007e18-course%20locker%20-%20create%20an%20account.webp" style="width: 652px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"> &#xA0;</li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Click&#xA0;REGISTER </li><li style="font-size: 16px;">You will be redirected to the login screen to enter your newly created information &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0;&#xA0;</li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Once logged in, we recommend <a href="https://help.marinerslearningsystem.com/en/knowledge/bookmarking-the-course-locker" rel="noopener" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">BOOKMARKING</a> the Course Locker page&#xA0;</li></ol> Need help logging in? Read this <a href="https://help.marinerslearningsystem.com/en/knowledge/log-into-your-course" id="isPasted" rel="noopener" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">article</a>. &#xA0; <div data-hs-callout-type="tip">&#x1F4A1; TIP: Write down your login credentials in a save space!</div><h4 id> </h4><h3 id="when-do-i-need-a-course-locker-account">When do I need a Course Locker account?</h3>For students who have been gifted an educational product, you must create a student account on our Course Locker. The Course Locker is the home of all your registered, activated, and expired courses.&#xA0;<h4 id="-1"> </h4><h3 id="do-i-need-an-account-to-place-my-order-">Do I need an account to place my order? &#xA0;</h3>You do not need an account to place an order with us. If you purchase an online course and/or online exam, you are required to create an account at that point.&#xA0;

Create a Course Locker Account

Access your Mariners Learning System account with ease! Follow these simple steps to log in to your Course Locker, and discover helpful tips for easy future access.

<h2 id="seamlessly-access-your-mariners-learning-system-information">Seamlessly Access Your Mariners Learning System Information</h2><h3 dir="ltr" id="isPasted">How do I log into my created account with Mariners Learning System?</h3>Logging into your student account is a breeze! Just follow these straightforward steps to get started:<ol><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">Go to&#xA0;<a href="https://ecampus.marinerslearningsystem.com/" style="text-decoration:none;">https://ecampus.marinerslearningsystem.com/&#xA0;</a>&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">Enter your&#xA0;email&#xA0;and&#xA0;password<ul style="font-size: initial;"><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">If you do not remember your password, click&#xA0;Forgot Your Password? <img alt="Course Locker Login" src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/eynJd7OqabR69ERo/hc/z8QbV2PBVVxogePy/2024102317-8562d287-5938-4df1-a7f8-e343dc5ba8b1-371d7f06-94bf-4259-8b32-4cd38e629e12.png" width="436" height="243" class="fr-fic fr-dii"> </li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">Click LOGIN</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">You will automatically be taken to your Course Locker</li></ol> &#x1F4A1;&#xA0;TIP: We recommend BOOKMARKING the Course Locker page for easy access in the future.&#xA0;Click on the Helpful Tip banner to learn how to bookmark your specific browser. Need help on how to? Check out this <a href="https://help.marinerslearningsystem.com/en/knowledge/bookmarking-the-course-locker" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">article</a>.&#xA0; Need help activating your program? Learn how to&#xA0;<a href="https://help.marinerslearningsystem.com/en/knowledge/activate-the-program-for-the-first-time" style="text-decoration:none;">here</a>.

Log Into Your Course Locker

Activate your Mariners Learning System course easily! Follow our step-by-step guide to get started with your purchased program and access your Course Locker for seamless learning.

<h2 id="begin-your-mariners-learning-system-journey-today">Begin Your Mariners Learning System Journey Today</h2><h3 id><iframe width="100%" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/944598115" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen class="fr-draggable"></iframe></h3>&#x1F4A1;&#xA0;TIP: Our programs work best with <a href="https://www.google.com/chrome/?brand=YTUH&amp;geo=US&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw-e2EBhAhEiwAJI5jg1ubWOxMjmJaOQnirfhyjYtVUNjnzo3vGPlTyP6uK8hsa-hB6kQkORoC5zcQAvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="noopener" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Google Chrome</a> as the web browser. You can read more about our system requirements <a href="https://help.marinerslearningsystem.com/en/knowledge/what-devices-can-i-access-my-course-through" rel="noopener noreferrer" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">here</a>. <h3 id="isPasted">How do I activate the course I purchased for the first time?</h3>Follow these simple steps to get started:<ol id="isPasted"><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">Go to&#xA0;<a href="https://ecampus.marinerslearningsystem.com/" style="text-decoration:none;">https://ecampus.marinerslearningsystem.com/&#xA0;</a>&#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0;&#xA0;<img src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/eynJd7OqabR69ERo/hc/z8QbV2PBVVxogePy/2024102815-df9f1be4-43d3-48f8-92ce-76177ea79405-83d7d7d7-3b76-49ae-b279-e57bfe78d8ca.png" style="width: 404px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">Enter your email and password<ul style="font-size: initial;"><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">If you do not remember your password, click&#xA0;Forgot Your Password?</li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">If you have never made an account before,&#xA0;<a href="https://help.marinerslearningsystem.com/en/knowledge/create-an-account" style="text-decoration:none;">create an account FIRST</a> <img alt="Course Locker Login" src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/eynJd7OqabR69ERo/hc/z8QbV2PBVVxogePy/2024102815-1ce9093a-1f67-405c-9317-7f1723d2adb2-aa8ff8bb-6fac-4a0c-88be-10bc798fd337.png" width="436" height="243" class="fr-fic fr-dii"> </li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">Click LOGIN </li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">You will automatically be taken to your Course Locker<ul><li>We recommend BOOKMARKING the Course Locker page for easy access in the future </li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">Locate the program, and click Activate Course<ul style="font-size: initial;"><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">The program automatically adds to your account if you order directly from our website &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0;<img src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/eynJd7OqabR69ERo/hc/z8QbV2PBVVxogePy/2024112719-a4583506-a17b-4f08-84c7-a784a902dc3f-course%20locker%20activate%20course.webp" style="width: 612px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration:none;">If you received a program from someone else, enter the set of codes under Register New Codes &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0; &#xA0;<img src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/eynJd7OqabR69ERo/hc/z8QbV2PBVVxogePy/2024112719-d9d2929e-dc71-40a9-9aca-22ac8129aebd-course%20locker%20register%20new%20codes.png" style="width: 612px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">&#xA0; </li></ul></li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">Agree to the pop-up regarding information about activation by clicking OK </li><li dir="ltr" style="text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px;">Enter the classroom and start studying today!</li></ol> <h3 dir="ltr" id="is-there-a-timeframe-from-purchase-to-activation-">Is there a timeframe from purchase to activation? </h3>No, there&#x2019;s no time limit. Once you purchase one of our online programs, it will remain in your account indefinitely. Your timeline only begins when you activate the program.

Activate Your Online Course

Keep your Mariners Learning System Course Locker profile up to date! Learn how to easily change your email address, password, and more with our step-by-step instructions.

<h2 id="keep-your-mariners-learning-system-course-locker-profile-current">Keep Your Mariners Learning System Course Locker Profile Current</h2><h3 dir="ltr" id="isPasted">How can I change my email address inside the Course Locker? &#xA0;</h3><ol><li style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 2;"><a href="https://ecampus.marinerslearningsystem.com/">Log in to the Course Locker</a>&#xA0;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 2;">Click &quot;EDIT USER PROFILE&quot; in the upper right</li><li style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 2;">Select &quot;Update Email&quot;</li><li style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 2;">Enter your new email</li><li style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 2;">Click &quot;Update Email&quot;</li></ol>&#x26A0;&#xA0;If you already have a different account using an existing email, you will not be able to have multiple accounts with the same email. <h3 dir="ltr" id="how-can-i-change-my-password-inside-the-course-locker-">How can I change my password inside the Course Locker? &#xA0;</h3><ol><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 2;"><a href="https://ecampus.marinerslearningsystem.com/" style="text-decoration:none;">Log in to the Course Locker</a>&#xA0;</li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 2;">Click &quot;EDIT USER PROFILE&quot; in the upper right</li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 2;">Select &quot;Update Password&quot;</li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 2;">Enter your new password, then re-enter it below</li><li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 2;">Click &quot;Change Password&quot;</li></ol>&#x1F4A1; TIP: Passwords must be 8 characters long.&#xA0; <h3 dir="ltr" id="can-i-change-my-name-">Can I change my name? &#xA0;</h3>You can update your name the first time you log into your account. After that, you are NOT allowed to change your name connected to your Course Locker account. Contact us if you have any questions.&#xA0;

Update Student Account Information

Bookmarking the Course Locker page can significantly enhance your online learning experience by providing quick access to your classrooms and certificates.

<h2 id="isPasted">Streamline Your Learning: The Benefits of Bookmarking the Course Locker Page for Easy Access to Classrooms and Certificates</h2><h3 id="how-do-i-bookmark-the-course-locker-page">How do I bookmark the Course Locker page?&#xA0;</h3>Depending on which web browser you are using, this will influence the steps for bookmarking.&#xA0;Step One: Identify what web browser you are using. We recommend Google Chrome!&#xA0;Once you know which browser you&#x2019;re on, check out the specific instructions below:<ul><li style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/188842?co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop&amp;hl=en" rel="noopener" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Google Chrome</a></li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Safari<ul style="font-size: initial;"><li style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://support.apple.com/sr-rs/guide/safari/sfri22092/16.0/mac/11.0" rel="noopener" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Mac</a></li><li style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://support.apple.com/guide/ipad/bookmark-a-website-ipadc602b75b/ipados" rel="noopener" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">iPad</a></li><li style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/bookmark-favorite-webpages-iph42ab2f3a7/ios" rel="noopener" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">iPhone</a></li></ul></li><li style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/bookmarks-firefox#:~:text=To%20bookmark%20a%20page%2C%20just,Tabs%E2%80%A6%20from%20the%20Bookmarks%20menu." rel="noopener" style=" text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Firefox</a></li></ul><div data-hs-callout-type="warning">&#x26A0; WARNING!&#xA0;We&#xA0;DO NOT&#xA0;recommend Microsoft Edge.&#xA0;</div>&#xA0;<h3 id="why-do-i-want-to-bookmark-the-course-locker-page">Why do I want to bookmark the Course Locker page?&#xA0;</h3>Bookmarking the Course Locker page comes with several benefits that make your online learning experience more convenient and efficient.Here&apos;s why you might want to bookmark the Course Locker page...<ul><li style="font-size: 16px;">Easy Access to Classrooms: By bookmarking the Course Locker page, you can quickly access your classrooms with just a single click. This eliminates the need to type in the URL or search for the page every time you want to attend a class, saving you time and effort. </li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Efficient Certificate Retrieval: The Course Locker page contains your certificates for PDF download and the ability to resend your official grade email. By bookmarking this page, you ensure swift access to your certificates whenever you need them, whether for submitting to the Coast Guard or personal records. </li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Stay Organized: Bookmarking allows you to create a personalized list of frequently visited pages, helping you stay organized in your online learning endeavors. With the Course Locker page bookmarked, you can easily integrate it into your browsing routine. </li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Enhanced Productivity: By eliminating the need to search for the Course Locker page every time you require access to your classrooms or certificates, bookmarking enhances your overall productivity. You can devote more time to learning and less time navigating through web pages. </li><li style="font-size: 16px;">Prevent Forgetting: Bookmarking the Course Locker page serves as a reminder to engage with your online learning resources regularly. It ensures that you don&apos;t forget about your classes or neglect to download important certificates upon course completion.</li></ul>

Bookmarking the Course Locker

Learn how to activate your MM-SEAS Expert Access membership through your Course Locker, when to register, and how long your free access lasts.

<h2 data-end="204" data-start="151" id="step-by-step-guide-to-activating-mm-seas-expert-access">Step-by-Step Guide to Activating MM-SEAS Expert Access</h2><h3 data-end="204" data-start="151" id="isPasted">How do I activate my MM-SEAS Expert Access membership?</h3>Activating your MM-SEAS Expert Access membership is a simple process that begins in your <a href="https://ecampus.marinerslearningsystem.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Course Locker</a> after enrolling in one of our captain&#x2019;s programs. Follow these steps to activate your membership:<h4 data-end="459" data-start="403" id="step-1-activate-your-online-captains-program">Step 1: Activate Your Online Captain&#x2019;s Program</h4><ol data-end="686" data-start="460"><li data-end="582" data-start="527" style="font-size: 16px;">Log in to your account and go to your <a href="https://ecampus.marinerslearningsystem.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Course Locker</a> page</li><li data-end="582" data-start="527" style="font-size: 16px;">Click on your captain&#x2019;s course to activate it</li><li data-end="686" data-start="583" style="font-size: 16px;">Once activated, a second line item will appear labeled MM-SEAS Expert Access with a REGISTER button</li></ol><img src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/eynJd7OqabR69ERo/hc/z8QbV2PBVVxogePy/2025022618-549aa4db-670f-41a8-98ee-90de812a21a9-mm-seas%20pro%20register.png" style="width: 495px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><h4 data-end="724" data-start="688" id="step-2-begin-your-studies">Step 2: Begin Your Studies</h4><ul data-end="941" data-start="725"><li data-end="816" data-start="725" style="font-size: 16px;">Before activating MM-SEAS Expert Access, start your coursework and progress through your studies</li><li data-end="941" data-start="817" style="font-size: 16px;">MM-SEAS Expert Access is a tool designed to help you with your USCG license application process, so you won&apos;t need it immediately</li></ul><h4 data-end="985" data-start="943" id="step-3-register-for-mm-seas-expert-access">Step 3: Register for MM-SEAS Expert Access</h4>When you&apos;re ready to activate your MM-SEAS Expert Access membership (either before testing or after passing), return to your Course Locker and follow these steps:<ol data-end="1476" data-start="1146"><li data-end="1201" data-start="1146" style="font-size: 16px;">Click the REGISTER button next to MM-SEAS Expert Access</li><li data-end="1360" data-start="1202" style="font-size: 16px;">A pop-up will appear asking you to confirm that we can share important data with MM-SEAS, including your Course Completion Certificate, once you pass</li><li data-end="1395" data-start="1361" style="font-size: 16px;">Click YES, I AGREE to proceed</li><li data-end="1476" data-start="1396" style="font-size: 16px;">After confirming, the REGISTER button will change to GO TO MM-SEAS</li></ol><img src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/eynJd7OqabR69ERo/hc/z8QbV2PBVVxogePy/2025022618-f9dac67c-4877-4444-ba58-2f99372af5ce-mm-seas%20pro%20go%20to.png" style="width: 495px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><h4 data-end="1523" data-start="1478" id="step-4-create-your-mm-seas-account">Step 4: Create Your MM-SEAS Account</h4><ol data-end="1784" data-start="1524"><li data-end="1592" data-start="1524" style="font-size: 16px;">Click GO TO MM-SEAS to be redirected to the MM-SEAS portal</li><li data-end="1682" data-start="1593" style="font-size: 16px;">Follow the prompts to create your MM-SEAS account or log in if you already have one</li><li data-end="1784" data-start="1683" style="font-size: 16px;">Once registered, you&apos;ll have access to MM-SEAS Expert Access to assist with your USCG license application</li><li data-end="1784" data-start="1683" style="font-size: 16px;">Upload all of your application forms into their portal, then set up a 1-on-1 call to make sure your application is ready for submission</li></ol>&#x26A0;&#xA0;REMINDER: You must submit all your forms in order for them to give you the green light to submit to the Coast Guard. Once all forms are uploaded to your MM-SEAS portal, you will click SUBMIT APPLICATION. The Expert Access membership does not cover MM-SEAS filling out the forms on your behalf.&#xA0;<img src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/eynJd7OqabR69ERo/hc/z8QbV2PBVVxogePy/2025081314-baf29c16-77bb-4c45-9f49-200f3f2a363f-cc8a9619-19eb-43d9-925b-6a91304dc675.png" style="width: 600px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"> <h3 data-end="1887" data-start="1828" id="when-should-i-activate-my-mm-seas-expert-access-membership">When should I activate my MM-SEAS Expert Access membership?</h3>&#x1F4A1; TIP!&#xA0;We recommend waiting to activate your MM-SEAS Expert Access membership until you are closer to taking your exam or shortly after you pass. This ensures that your 2-year free access aligns with the time you&#x2019;ll be actively working on your USCG license application.<h3 data-end="2202" data-start="2148" id> </h3><h3 data-end="2202" data-start="2148" id="how-long-is-my-mm-seas-expert-access-membership-valid">How long is my MM-SEAS Expert Access membership valid?</h3>Once you activate MM-SEAS Expert Access through your Course Locker, you will have 2 years of free access.&#xA0;NOTE: MM-SEAS offers a higher-level membership. An MM-SEAS Perfect Application is $249 + Pay.Gov fees.&#xA0; <h3 data-end="2308" data-start="2203" id="are-there-additional-costs">Are there additional costs?&#xA0;</h3>Mariners always have the option to submit their application independently. However, for those seeking a stress-free MMC application, the MM-SEAS team of credentialing experts will meticulously review the application, track it from start to finish, and handle all communication with the Coast Guard for $249 + Pay.Gov fees. <blockquote data-end="2308" data-start="2203">&#x1F914; Unsure what the Mariners White Glove Service is? Read over <a href="https://marinerslearningsystem.com/pages/help-center?hcUrl=%252Fen-US%252Fwhat-is-the-mariners-white-glove-service-1162159" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this article</a> to learn about its benefits!</blockquote>

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