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Course Title (Alphabetical)

Acronym
Able Seaman AB
Automatic Radar Plotting Aids ARPA
Basic Safety Training BST
Bridge Resource Management BRM
Cargo Operations - Basic OIC-CHS
Cargo Operations - Advanced CMM-CHS
Celestial Navigation OIC-CNAV
Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems ECDIS
Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems - Customized ECDIS-C
Electronic Navigation OIC-ENAV
Emergency Procedures OIC-EP
Emergency Shiphandling 3-day SHS-EM3
Emergency Shiphandling 5-day SHS-EM5
Firefighting - Basic & Advanced BAFF
Flashing Light OIC-FL
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System - General Operator GMDSS-GOC
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System - Restricted Operator GMDSS-ROC
License Preparation LP
Marine Propulsion Plants CMM-MPP
MAXIMO MAXIMO
Medical Care Provider MED-PRO
Medical Person-in-Charge MED-PIC
Meteorology - Basic OIC-WX
Meteorology - Advanced CMM-ADVWX
Radar Operator (Unlimited) OIC-ROP
Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch RFPNW-L
Security Officer, Port, Company & Ship C-SSO
Search and Rescue OIC-SAR
Ship Construction and Basic Stability OIC-CONSTB
Shiphandling - Basic OIC-SHS
Shiphandling - Advanced CMM-SHS
Shiphandling - Tug TOAR-TSH
Shiphandling - Pilot PSH
Ship Management Part I CMM-SHMGT1
Ship Management Part II CMM-SHMGT2
Simulation Assessment ASPRO
Stability - Advanced CMM-ADSTB
Survival Craft (Lifeboatman) LFBT
Tankerman Person in Charge TPIC
Terrestrial and Coastal Navigation with Compasses OIC-CO
Visual Communications / Flashing Light OIC-FL
Voyage Planning and Electronic Navigation VPEN
Watchkeeping & BRM OIC-WKP
Watchkeeping - Advanced CMM-WKP

 

Programs

  • Individual Courses
    While some of these courses are offered within one or more of our programs, we still offer them on an individual basis and they are on the schedule regularly. Learn more>
  • Entry Level Courses
    This program is designed for individuals who wish to pursue a career in the Maritime Industry. We can assist you in meeting the minimum standards of an ‘Ordinary Seaman’ or enroll you in a training program which will provide you with qualifications necessary to make you more attractive to maritime companies. We also offer assistance in job placement, planning and guidance to help you succeed in the maritime industry. For more information ask for our “Entry Level Booklet”. Learn more>
  • Able Seaman to Mate
    This program fulfills all of the STCW95 training requirements needed to achieve a Mates License up to Unlimited. The program includes all the courses needed to give you the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to take on the duties and responsibilities of a Mate. The AB to Mate Program starts in January and June each year. For more information ask for our AB to Mate Booklet. Learn more>
  • Chief Mate to Master
    This STCW95 training program is designed for the experienced Mariner who wants to upgrade to the Master’s level. This program offers all the requirements for the Mate to upgrade, including practical assessments of skill for evaluation of abilities, which are required by the USCG. For more information ask for our Mate to Master Booklet. Learn more>
  • Mate of Towing (500/1600 Tons)
    This two-year program is specifically designed for the entry-level person interested in becoming an officer. Comprised of 32 weeks of classroom / simulation training and a minimum of 52 weeks onboard training which will be documented in a Training Record Book, this comprehensive program is being supported by leading companies in the towing industry. For more information ask for our Mate of Towing brochure. Learn more>
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