This video explains the most effective way to get your captains license. It breaks the process down into all of its individual parts and creates a budget that encompasses the entire process from start to finish.
Link to US Captain's Training
https://uscaptainstraining.com/
Link to Licensing Consultant Diamond Marine Services
https://diamondmarineservices.com/web/credentialconsulting/cc-detail
Link to USCG Application Packet Playlist with videos for every section of every form
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXwrShaR3LI&list=PL--Bqbwsm3C91YYfOs95lR66uhgp6mNUK