This MCA approved course provides necessary knowledge, understanding and proficiency to personnel intending to work on ships who will not have any designated security duties.This training must be undertaken by all seafarers employed or engaged on any capacity on board any ship which is required to comply with ISPS Code. It covers the importance of ship security and the roles of those involved in its provision. This is a mixture of theory and practical training. What you will experience The ISPS Code Recognise security threats Maritime security definitions Security roles and responsibilities Company and ship security requirements Security threat levels...

This Seafish Industry Authority approved course covers the knowledge and skills required to work safely on board a commercial fishing vessel.This is one of the basic safety training courses that are required by all commercial fishermen.The course covers basic health and safety issues and safety practices in a dangerous working environment. What you will experience The dangers of the job and which skills are required to operate safely on board Guidelines on accident prevention Safety equipment/clothing Understanding orders and on board communications – language, roles and responsibilities

This MCA approved mandatory safety course provides basic induction training in accident prevention and personal safety and social responsibilities.This course familiarises novice seafarers with the employment and working conditions on board merchant vessels. Ahead of going to sea it provides you with a basic induction in safety procedures, accident prevention and familiarisation of the employment conditions and working environment. What you will experience Complying with emergency procedures Prevention of marine pollution Observing safer working practice Understanding the chain of command and orders contributing to effective human relationships on board ship Assessment is by direct observation, oral and written questioning and...

This Seafish Industry Authority approved course is designed to improve the safety culture on board fishing vessels.You will look at how to improve the safety culture on board fishing vessels through the management of safety. This course is designed for experienced fishermen. What you will experience Understand the legal requirements that control safety in the fishing industry Understand health and safety hazards and risks Be able to complete a risk assessment Be able to develop a safety management system for a fishing vessel

This Seafish Industry Authority approved course covers firefighting techniques and equipment instruction.This one of the basic safety training courses that are required by all commercial fishermen.
Refresher safety training is available for experienced fishermen. What you will experience Fire and the dangers it presents at sea Basic firefighting techniques Instruction on use of various firefighting equipment Practical instruction on use of firefighting appliances

This MCA approved course is designed to provide you with the skills to maintain safe navigation through effective use of electronic navigation systems.You will receive the fundamental knowledge and skills to keep a safe navigational watch, and to use radar, ARPA and other navigational aids to maintain safety of navigation. This course includes the 5 day ECDIS IMO Model Course 1.27. What you will experience Basic principles of electronic navigational systems Loran C Satellite navigation systems ECDIS Logs, Echo Sounders, Compasses and Steering Systems Radar and ARPA AIS Bridge watchkeeping and teamwork Integrated Bridge Systems

This blended learning course is suitable for deck ratings who wish to work towards the Officer of the Watch (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency.Successful completion will lead to the award of an Officer of the Watch (OOW) (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency when taken in conjunction with the required STCW short courses, SQA written and oral exams. This programme is ideal for those who are working at sea on four weeks on/off or similar pattern. This course is a mixture of self-study and attendance at the Academy allowing you to achieve a HNC without lengthy periods of study leave from employment. To...

This full time condensed course is suitable for deck ratings who wish to work towards the Officer of the Watch (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency.Successful completion will lead to the award of an Officer of the Watch (OOW) (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency when taken in conjunction with the required STCW short courses, SQA written and oral exams. What you will experience This programme consists of the following units: Celestial Navigation Marine Meteorology Bridge Watchkeeping Navigation Mathematics and Science Ship Construction Chart work and Tides Ship Stability Marine Cargo Ops Emergency Response and Communications Marine Law and Management and Nautical Science Graded...

In place to show you have achieved the principal aims of the HNC Accounting course.This is a mandatory Unit within the HNC/HND Accounting Group Award. For further information please visit the SQA website. Credit points and level: 1 HN credit at SCQF level 7: (8 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 7) What you will experience This unit has been designed to provide evidence that you have achieved the following principal aims of the HNC Accounting course: To prepare candidates for progression to further study in accounting or a related discipline To develop and integrate a range of contemporary vocational...

Developed in association with the British Institute of Disabilities (BILD) and Voyage Care.This e-learning course, has been developed in association with the British Institute of Disabilities (BILD) and Voyage Care. It is broken down into four easy-to-follow units: an introduction and three study units. The aim of the course is to raise awareness of Acquired Brain Injuries (ABIs) – what they are, possible causes and the impact they can have on people, their families and friends. By gaining a better understanding of the implications of ABIs, learners will be able to provide more effective support to the people in their...