IMO Model Course 6.09 Training for Instructors (Approved)

The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) allows you to kickstart your teaching journey with our Level 3 Teaching Qualification! Designed for aspiring educators in the adult education and skills sector, this course is perfect for anyone—no matter your experience level.

The approved ISM Lead Auditor course looks at the skills, traits and understanding necessary to audit against ISM. It also looks at how standards are built and designed, how to gather evidence of compliance, and the process of conducting audits, surveys and inspections.

The ISM Navigation Auditor course looks at the skills, traits and understanding necessary to audit Navigation against ISM and OCIMF’s MSA.It also looks at best practice of modern navigation, how to gather evidence of compliance, and the process of conducting audits, surveys and inspections. We cross certify to the IMO 1.30 Onboard Assessment traininng and the Level 3 Understanding the Principles and Practice of Assessment

The IMO Model Course 2.06 Liquid Cargo Operations Simulator (LICOS) provides real-time, oil cargo handling, replicating all operational parameters and scenarios using advanced mathematical modeling and simulation technology.

The Superintendent’s Training Package includes a number of sub-courses, and the scheduling for these will be tailored to your needs, within 18 months of starting training. This includes incident investigation, DPA, CSO, Train the Instructor, Dry BMS, Management Self-Assessment, Navigation Auditing, ISM / ISO Lead Auditor and Tanker Vettings.

The IMO Model Course 1.37 Liquid Cargo Operations Simulator (LICOS) provides real-time, chemical cargo handling, replicating all operational parameters and scenarios using advanced mathematical modeling and simulation technology.

The Designated Person Ashore (DPA) course meets IMO MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6 requirements, ensuring participants are fully qualified to undertake the role of Designated Person Ashore (DPA) under the ISM Code. It covers safety management, risk assessment, legal responsibilities, and the human factor, equipping participants with the skills to implement and maintain a company’s Safety Management System (SMS).

The OCIMF Tanker Management and Self-Assessment (TMSA) Implementation and Management course will explore how to implement, maintain and improve with the TMSA 3 system to enhance safety culture and operational excellence. Explore the 13 key elements of TMSA 3 and self-assessment strategies.

The SIRE and CFI Tanker Vetting intensive 2-day training course equips you to prepare for and manage vetting inspections on oil, chemical, and liquefied gas tankers. Including OCIMF’s SIRE 2.0 and CDI's SIR 10th edition. Book your place now!

Enhance your expertise in dry bulk shipping safety with our comprehensive 3-day Dry Bulk Management Standard (DryBMS) Implementation and Management training course. Designed for maritime professionals, this course offers an in-depth exploration of the DryBMS framework, focusing on its 30 subject areas across Performance, People, Plant, and Process.

Ensure your ferry crew is prepared for the unique challenges of transporting electric vehicles (EVs) with our specialized RORO Electric Vehicle Battery Safety course.

The ISM Critical Equipment course is a one-day course designed to equip maritime professionals with the essential knowledge to identify and manage equipment whose failure could lead to hazardous situations. Focusing on ISM Code section 10.3, the course emphasises enhancing equipment reliability through proper maintenance, testing, and compliance, reducing risks and ensuring safe, efficient operations.

Get exam-ready with our dedicated MCA Orals Prep Course for Deck Officers (OOW Unlimited), delivered over two weeks with evening classes from 6–8pm. Designed specifically for candidates preparing for the OOW Unlimited oral exam, this course offers focused revision, expert guidance, and practical support to build your knowledge and confidence. With structured sessions covering all key MCA syllabus topics, this convenient evening format is ideal for busy seafarers looking to pass their MCA Orals.

Get exam-ready with our dedicated MCA Orals Prep Course for Deck Officers (OOW 500T), delivered over two weeks with evening classes from 6–8pm. Designed specifically for candidates preparing for the OOW 500T oral exam, this course offers focused revision, expert guidance, and practical support to build your knowledge and confidence. With structured sessions covering all key MCA syllabus topics, this convenient evening format is ideal for busy seafarers looking to pass their MCA Orals.

Boost your maritime skills with our 1-day Approved Celestial Navigation Refresher Training Course, designed for professional seafarers and navigation officers. This intensive refresher meets international standards and is ideal for those needing to update their knowledge in line with STCW and flag state requirements. Delivered by experienced instructors, the course covers essential celestial navigation techniques, including the use of sextants, sight reduction, and plotting.

Refresh your knowledge and stay compliant with our 1-day Approved Ship Stability Refresher Training Course, designed for deck officers and masters seeking to maintain proficiency in vessel stability principles. This focused course covers key topics including hydrostatics, stability criteria, effect of free surfaces and weight distribution, trim, and the use of stability data and onboard calculations.

Refresh your maritime competency with our Approved Navigation Skills Refresher Training Course, tailored for deck officers needing to maintain proficiency and compliance with STCW and flag state requirements. This practical, instructor-led course reinforces key skills such as chartwork, position fixing, radar and ARPA use, ECDIS operation, COLREGs application, and effective bridge resource management.

Stay prepared for critical failures with our 1-day Approved Emergency Navigation Course, specifically designed for officers serving on paperless ships operating without traditional paper charts. This practical training equips bridge teams with the essential skills and procedures to safely navigate in the event of total ECDIS failure.

Advance your teaching career with the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (RQF), a nationally recognised qualification designed for aspiring and current educators in post-16 and adult learning. This flexible course, available online through CTC Courses, equips you with essential teaching skills, including lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment strategies. Perfect for trainers, tutors, and instructors.

The Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement (RQF) is a nationally recognised qualification for individuals assessing vocational skills, knowledge, and understanding in non-workplace settings such as classrooms, workshops, and training environments. Regulated by Ofqual, this course equips learners with the skills to plan, deliver, and evaluate assessments using methods like assignments, projects, case studies, skills tests, and oral questioning.

A refresher course for The IMO Model Course 1.22 Bridge Resource Management & Ship Simulator Training is designed for maritime bridge personnel, aligned with the framework of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The course complies with the latest requirements of the STCW Convention (1978, as amended by the 2010 Manila Amendments) and incorporates updates per SIRE 2.0 standards.

This refresher course covers the IMO Model Course 1.37 Liquid Cargo Operations Simulator (LICOS) provides real-time, chemical cargo handling, replicating all operational parameters and scenarios using advanced mathematical modeling and simulation technology.

This refresher training for the IMO Model Course 2.06 Liquid Cargo Operations Simulator (LICOS) provides real-time, oil cargo handling, replicating all operational parameters and scenarios using advanced mathematical modeling and simulation technology, to meet TMSA level 4.

The STCW Human Element Leadership & Management – Management Level (HELM M) course is a mandatory program for masters and officers in management roles onboard vessels based on IMO model course 1.40. This course equips seafarers with the essential leadership, communication, and managerial skills needed to safely manage crew, operations, and vessel in line with international maritime standards. Completion of the HELM (Management Level) course is a requirement for obtaining a Management Level CoC in the UK.

Empower your officers with our Maritime Leadership Development Coaching programme – a confidential, reflection-based tool designed to support professional development at sea. Tailored for maritime professionals, this interactive module captures key insights, encourages self-assessment, and strengthens leadership through structured coaching support. Ideal for shipping companies, training providers, and fleet managers seeking to enhance officer performance, engagement, and career growth.