To obtain a certificate of competency as master—
| (a) | a candidate holding a certificate of competency as chief mate shall— |
| (i) | have completed a minimum of 24 months sea service, of which 12 months is served in the capacity of chief mate on trading ships of 1600 GT or more on unlimited voyages; and |
| (ii) | have completed approved education and training and meet the standards of competence specified in the Training Standards Code for this certificate; |
| (b) | a candidate holding a certificate of competency as an officer in charge of a navigational watch, or chief mate shall— |
| (i) | have completed 36 months sea service as officer in charge of navigational watch on trading ships of 1600 GT or more on unlimited voyages; and |
| (ii) | have completed approved education and training and meet the standards of competence specified in the Training Standards Code for this certificate. |
