SSA311 STCW Seafarer Security Awareness

On successful completion of the course, you will be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of:

• The meaning and consequential requirements of different security levels.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans.
• Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices.
• Recognition, on a non-discriminatory basis, of characteristics and behavioural patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security.
• Techniques to circumvent security measures.

Course content:

Topic 1: Ship Security Roles and Responsibilities
Topic 2: Security Levels
Topic 3: Emergency Procedure and Contingency Plans
Topic 4: Threat Recognition and Response

Please note that your STCW certificate may take up to two weeks to be issued to you upon successfully completing the course.

Complete this course from anywhere you have an internet connection. Computers are available on the NMIT Nelson and Marlborough campus' if you do not have your own device.

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A passport photo must be emailed or provided to the Maritime Administrator prior to the commencement of this course.

What do I have to do to complete the course?

You will be required to complete two tests with a 100% pass mark, and complete two written assessments.

How long to I have to complete the course?

You will be given a minimum of one months access to the course material online. As this is a self-paced course, time to complete the course varies between students.