Ship Security Officer (SSO) (STCW A-VI/5) Training

Before enrolling, candidates must confirm access to a qualified Onboard Assessor holding:

• STCW A-I/6 Onboard Assessor or Train the Trainer certificate
• STCW A-VI/5 Ship Security Officer certificate   

Failure to meet the above requirements will result in the training not approved.
   
STCW Training for courses approved by the NMA.  

Training includes:

• eLearning (90 min)
• Onboard practical training (12 hrs)
• Final exam (30 min)   

Read through the Evaluation Procedure for information prior to the training programme.

Please note: The checklist must not be printed or stored as hard copies as the document may be updated at any time. You must use the checklist provided within the Onboard Exercises Module or your submission will be rejected.

Who is this course for:

Ship Officers

Is previous experience required?

Documented 12 months sea service as an officer onboard an ISPS vessel.

How will this course benefit me?

On completion, you are able to undertake the duties and responsibilities of a Ship Security Officer, as per section A/12.2 of the ISPS Code and section A-VI/5 of the STCW Code.

How will this course benefit my company?

Qualified and certified Ship Security Officer (SSO).

What standards are referred to in this course?

STCW A-VI/5 and ISPS code section A/12.2.

Is there an assessment?

Final Exam (30min)

Certificate: Issued by The NMA which charge an additional fee.