Basic STCW Course
Get the mandatory STCW certification that every seafarer needs before stepping aboard a commercial vessel. This course covers fire safety, personal survival, first aid, and maritime regulations — the four pillars of global seafarer compliance. Build the practical knowledge that flag states, port authorities, and shipping companies require from day one.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course covers every core competency required under the STCW Convention for entry-level and experienced seafarers alike. You will learn fire theory, firefighting procedures, and how to operate portable and fixed suppression equipment. You will master personal survival techniques, including lifeboat operations and life raft deployment. The first aid modules take you through CPR, wound care, and onboard medical equipment use. You will also study maritime security awareness, environmental protection obligations, and fatigue management rules. By the end, you will understand your certification requirements and be prepared to meet international safety standards at sea.
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Develop skills
- Fire Prevention and Suppression: Operate extinguishers, hoses, and breathing apparatus during shipboard fires.
- Personal Survival Techniques: Don lifejackets, enter water safely, and manage life raft survival.
- Elementary First Aid: Perform CPR, control bleeding, and treat burns without professional medical support.
- STCW Compliance and Certification: Identify required certificates, endorsements, and revalidation obligations under maritime law.
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