At Cruise Academy, we do things differently. We’re not a generic recruitment agency, and we’re definitely not a bums on seats service pushing CVs into the void.
We are a specialist maritime training and talent partner helping cruise operators build better teams, and helping people build real careers at sea.
Whether you’re an experienced HR professional seeking to learn more about life onboard or a first-time crew member preparing for your first contract, we give you the guidance, training, and support you need to succeed.
Shipboard HR is a unique environment - multicultural, highly regulated, fast-paced, and nothing like land-based HR.
That’s where we come in. We develop and recruit the next generation of shipboard HR leaders, delivering industry-specific training created by professionals who have lived and worked at sea.
We recruit and train for:
Our programs turn strong land-based HR talent into confident shipboard HR professionals who understand maritime compliance, multicultural management, and the reality of life at sea.
A cruise ship is one of the most dynamic and demanding working environments in the world. For new crew, the transition can feel overwhelming, unless they’re properly prepared.
Our Certified Cruise Ship Professional Program gives aspiring crew members a complete, realistic foundation before they ever join a vessel.
It covers the essentials every new seafarer must understand to succeed, helping you board confident, informed, and ready to thrive from day one.
The Cruise Academy Crew Hub is our global online community for crew, future crew, and shipboard professionals who want to learn, grow, and stay connected.
Join the Crew Hub on Facebook and be part of it.
Whether you're looking to build an HR career at sea or joining your first ship in another department, Cruise Academy is your gangway to a successful and confident start in the cruise industry.
Let’s take you where you want to go...