Available courses

Able Seafarer (Engine Room) (GA 2026)

Grade Name: Able Seafarer (Engine Room)
Certificate Text 1: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT
Certificate Text 2: IS COMPETENT AT THE GRADE OF
Certificate Assessment Route: GA
templateid: 8
Grade Section: ROV Organogram
Welcome Intro:

Welcome to MTCS Online,

You have now been enrolled onto the following area at either your, or your company's request:

Welcome Message:

Please note:

  • This verification course has to be completed within 12 months of your enrolment date.
  • Course and Competence documentation:
    • Can be downloaded (and saved to a laptop or mobile device) when internet access is available.
    • It can then be completed and saved, even when offline.
    • The completed documents can then be uploaded to your submission areas when internet access is next available.

In addition to being enrolled on this course you will also have been enrolled on the relevant 'Core Competency course'.

  • Core competencies focus on essential activities that are applicable to specific disciplines within the field of marine. The evidence you gather to complete the core competencies can therefore be used across other disciplines.
  • If these have already been completed, then no further action is required regarding the Core Competencies.
competence: 34867
Job Summary:

An Able Seafarer (Engine Room) is regarded as someone who is able to demonstrate competence in safe engine room watchkeeping & routine monitoring / maintenance activities during dynamic positioning operations, whilst working in at least one area of work covered by IMCA guidelines.

  • Anchoring
  • Heavy lifting
  • Diving support
  • Pipelay (rigid & flexible)
  • Well servicing
  • Survey & ROV Operations
  • Semi-submersibles.
Entry Specifications:
  • Valid certificate of competence (750kW or more) in accordance with STCW Reg. III/5 and appropriate seagoing service
  • Record of Competence should be in accordance with STCW Reg. VI/I and VI/6 and MARPOL 73/78 as amended
  • Record of Competence to be an Able Seafarer which needs to take cognisance of flag and coastal state requirements at an operational level
  • Record of Competence to be an Able Seafarer demonstrating knowledge of emergency procedures; formal training and assessment for assisting in an emergency situation
  • Current and valid medical certificate recognised by flag state
  • Medical First Aid in accordance with STCW Reg VI/4 (Table A-VI/4-1)
  • Valid certificates of training in personal survival; fire-fighting and fire prevention; first aid; and personal safety & social responsibility i.a.w. STCW reg VI/I
  • Security related training and instruction (STCW Reg VI/6)
  • Valid certificates of training for survival craft and medical care i.a.w. STCW Reg. VI/2
  • Adequate Knowledge of English language, both written and spoken in relation to the communication of the information relevant to the safety of life at sea
  • Candidates must have completed units of competence 15 and at least one unit from 6 to 9 before submitting them as part of their portfolio for this grade

Bridge Watchkeeper (GA 2026)

Grade Name: Bridge Watchkeeper
Certificate Text 1: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT
Certificate Text 2: IS COMPETENT AT THE GRADE OF
Certificate Assessment Route: GA
templateid: 8
Grade Section: ROV Organogram
Welcome Intro:

Welcome to MTCS Online,

You have now been enrolled onto the following area at either your, or your company's request:

Welcome Message:

Please note:

  • This verification course has to be completed within 12 months of your enrolment date.
  • Course and Competence documentation:
    • Can be downloaded (and saved to a laptop or mobile device) when internet access is available.
    • It can then be completed and saved, even when offline.
    • The completed documents can then be uploaded to your submission areas when internet access is next available.
competence: 34873
Job Summary:

A Bridge Watchkeeper is regarded as someone who is conversant in all aspects of marine operations and is able to demonstrate competence in deck and navigational watches during dynamic positioning operations, whilst working in at least one area of work covered by IMCA guidelines.

  • Anchoring
  • Heavy lifting
  • Diving support
  • Pipelay (rigid & flexible)
  • Well servicing
  • Survey & ROV Operations
  • Semi-submersibles.
Entry Specifications:
  • Valid certificate of competency (500 GRT or more) issued in accordance with STCW Reg. II/ 1 .
  • Valid certificate of competency (500 GRT or less) issued in accordance with STCW Reg. II/ 1/3 .
  • Record of Competence to be Bridge Watchkeeper needs to take cognisance of flag and coastal state requirements at an operational level
  • An appropriate record of sea service
  • Has a valid flag state medical certificate
  • Has a valid flag state survival training certificate i.a.w. STCW Reg VI/2
  • Has valid certificates for personal survival techniques; fire fighting & fire prevention; elementary first-aid and personal safety & social responsibility (STCW Reg VI/I)
  • Valid security related certificates of training in accordance with STCW Reg. VI/6 & the ISPS code.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures, including formal training and assessment record of emergency drills / situations with (where applicable) assessment evidence being obtained from approved fire fighting training and experience in accordance with STCW Reg VI/3
  • Demonstrates adequate knowledge & use of the English language i.a.w STCW code table A II/I
  • Valid certificates of training with respect to Survival Craft (STCW Reg. VI/2)
  • Valid certificates of training with respect to Medical Care (STCW Reg. VI/4 - Table A-VI/4-2)
  • Record of competence with respect to SHE training in accordance with STCW Reg. VI/I & 6 and MARPOL 73/78 as amended

Chief Engineer (GA 2026)

Grade Name: Chief Engineer
Certificate Text 1: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT
Certificate Text 2: IS COMPETENT AT THE GRADE OF
Certificate Assessment Route: GA
templateid: 8
Grade Section: ROV Organogram
Welcome Intro:

Welcome to MTCS Online,

You have now been enrolled onto the following area at either your, or your company's request:

Welcome Message:

Please note:

  • This verification course has to be completed within 12 months of your enrolment date.
  • Course and Competence documentation:
    • Can be downloaded (and saved to a laptop or mobile device) when internet access is available.
    • It can then be completed and saved, even when offline.
    • The completed documents can then be uploaded to your submission areas when internet access is next available.
competence: 34875
Job Summary:

A Chief Engineer is regarded as someone who is conversant in all aspects of marine engineering and is able to demonstrate competence in taking charge of engineering watches and maintenance activities during dynamic positioning operations, whilst working in at least one area of work covered by IMCA guidelines.

  • Anchoring
  • Heavy lifting
  • Diving support
  • Pipelay (rigid & flexible)
  • Well servicing
  • Survey & ROV Operations
  • Semi-submersibles.
Entry Specifications:
  • Complies with IMCA guidance for Training and Experience of key DP personnel M 117, a valid flag state certificate i.a.w. STCW Reg. III/ 2&3 and appropriate seagoing service, propulsion power of 750kW and 300kW
  • Has a valid IMCA logbook / record of competence that is kept up to date, with training, qualifications and experience i.a.w. STCW Reg. VI/I & MARPOL 73/78 annex I.
  • Has a valid flag state medical certificate
  • Has a valid flag state survival training certificate i.a.w. STCW Reg VI/2
  • Has valid certificates for personal survival techniques; fire-fighting & fire prevention and personal safety & social responsibility.
  • Demonstrates adequate knowledge & use of the English language i.a.w STCW code table A III/I
  • Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures, including formal training and assessment record of emergency drills / situations
  • Appropriate certificate of training in medical first-aid i.a.w STCW Code Section A-VI/4 (table A-VI/4-I to 3)
  • Record of competence to be a Master taking cognisance of flag and coastal state requirements at management level

Chief Mate (GA 2026)

Grade Name: Chief Mate
Certificate Text 1: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT
Certificate Text 2: IS COMPETENT AT THE GRADE OF
Certificate Assessment Route: GA
templateid: 8
Grade Section: ROV Organogram
Welcome Intro:

Welcome to MTCS Online,

You have now been enrolled onto the following area at either your, or your company's request:

Welcome Message:

Please note:

  • This verification course has to be completed within 12 months of your enrolment date.
  • Course and Competence documentation:
    • Can be downloaded (and saved to a laptop or mobile device) when internet access is available.
    • It can then be completed and saved, even when offline.
    • The completed documents can then be uploaded to your submission areas when internet access is next available.
competence: 34876
Job Summary:

A Chief Mate is regarded as someone who is conversant in all aspects of marine operations and is able to demonstrate competence in taking charge of deck and navigational watches during dynamic positioning operations, whilst working in at least one area of work covered by IMCA guidelines.

  • Anchoring
  • Heavy lifting
  • Diving support
  • Pipelay (rigid & flexible)
  • Well servicing
  • Survey & ROV Operations
  • Semi-submersibles.
Entry Specifications:
  • Valid certificate of competency (500 GRT or more) issued in accordance with STCW Reg. II/2.
  • Valid certificate of competency (500 GRT or less) issued in accordance with STCW Reg. II/2 or 3.
  • Record of Competence should be in accordance with STCW Reg V1/1 and V1/6 and MARPOL 73/78 as amended
  • Record of Competence to be Chief Mate needs to take cognisance of flag and coastal state requirements at an operational level
  • An appropriate record of sea service
  • Has a valid flag state medical certificate
  • Has a valid flag state survival training certificate i.a.w. STCW Reg VI/2
  • Has valid certificates for personal survival techniques; fire fighting & fire prevention; elementary first-aid and personal safety & social responsibility in accordance with STCW Reg VI/I. Record of competence to be a Chief Mate taking cognisance of flag and coastal state requirements at management level
  • Security related training and instruction (STCW Reg VI/6) and the ISPS code
  • Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures, including formal training and assessment record of emergency drills / situations with (where applicable) assessment evidence being obtained from approved fire-fighting training and experience in accordance with STCW Reg VI/3
  • Demonstrates adequate knowledge & use of the English language i.a.w STCW code table A II/I
  • Medical care in accordance with STCW Reg VI/4 (Table A-VI/4-2)

Engineer in Charge of Watch (GA 2026)

Grade Name: Engineer in Charge of Watch
Certificate Text 1: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT
Certificate Text 2: IS COMPETENT AT THE GRADE OF
Certificate Assessment Route: GA
templateid: 8
Grade Section: ROV Organogram
Welcome Intro:

Welcome to MTCS Online,

You have now been enrolled onto the following area at either your, or your company's request:

Welcome Message:

Please note:

  • This verification course has to be completed within 12 months of your enrolment date.
  • Course and Competence documentation:
    • Can be downloaded (and saved to a laptop or mobile device) when internet access is available.
    • It can then be completed and saved, even when offline.
    • The completed documents can then be uploaded to your submission areas when internet access is next available.
competence: 34872
Job Summary:

An Engineer in Charge of a Watch is regarded as someone who is conversant in all aspects of marine engineering and is able to demonstrate competence in engineering watchkeeping and maintenance activities during dynamic positioning operations, whilst working in at least one area of work covered by IMCA guidelines.

  • Anchoring
  • Heavy lifting
  • Diving support
  • Pipelay (rigid & flexible)
  • Well servicing
  • Survey & ROV Operations
  • Semi-submersibles.
Entry Specifications:
  • a valid flag state certificate of competence i.a.w. STCW Reg. III/I and appropriate seagoing service, propulsion power of 750kW or more
  • Has a valid IMCA logbook / record of competence that is kept up to date, with training, qualifications and experience i.a.w. STCW Reg. VI/I and VI/6 & MARPOL 73/78 as amended .
  • Has a valid flag state medical certificate
  • Has a valid flag state survival training certificate i.a.w. STCW Reg VI/2
  • Has valid certificates for personal survival techniques; firefighting & fire prevention, First Aid and personal safety & social responsibility (STCW Reg VI/I).
  • Security related training in accordance with STCW Reg VI/6
  • Demonstrates adequate knowledge & use of the English language i.a.w STCW code table A III/I
  • Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures, including formal training and assessment record of emergency drills / situations i.a.w STCW Reg VI/3 as appropriate
  • Appropriate certificate of training in medical first-aid i.a.w STCW Code Section A-VI/4 (table A-VI/4-I)
  • Record of competence to be an Engineer in Charge of Watch takes cognisance of flag and coastal state requirements at an operational level including demonstrating knowledge of emergency procedures

ETO (Electrician) (GA 2026)

Grade Name: ETO (Electrician)
Certificate Text 1: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT
Certificate Text 2: IS COMPETENT AT THE GRADE OF
Certificate Assessment Route: GA
templateid: 8
Witness Statement: Marine/ETO/MTCS_WS_ETO.pdf
Grade Section: ROV Organogram
Welcome Intro:

Welcome to MTCS Online,

You have now been enrolled onto the following area at either your, or your company's request:

Welcome Message:

Please note:

  • This verification course has to be completed within 12 months of your enrolment date.
  • Course and Competence documentation:
    • Can be downloaded (and saved to a laptop or mobile device) when internet access is available.
    • It can then be completed and saved, even when offline.
    • The completed documents can then be uploaded to your submission areas when internet access is next available.
competence: 34877
Job Summary:

An ETO or Electrician is regarded as someone who is conversant in all aspects of marine electrical engineering and is able to demonstrate competence in the operation, maintenance & repair of power plant & electrical ancillaries during dynamic positioning operations, whilst working in at least one area of work covered by IMCA guidelines.

  • Anchoring
  • Heavy lifting
  • Diving support
  • Pipelay (rigid & flexible)
  • Well servicing
  • Survey & ROV Operations
  • Semi-submersibles.
Entry Specifications:
  • Completed an appropriate apprenticeship within the electrical trade.
  • Has a valid IMCA logbook / record of competence that is kept up to date, with training, qualifications and experience in accordance with STCW Reg 111/6 and appropriate seagoing experience
  • Record of competence that is kept up to date, with training, qualifications and experience i.a.w. STCW Reg. VI/I and VI/6 & MARPOL 73/78 as amended.
  • Attended a recognised and, where appropriate accredited course in the safe operation of HV systems
  • Has a valid flag state medical certificate
  • Has a valid flag state survival craft training certificate i.a.w. STCW Reg VI/2
  • Security related training in accordance with STCW Reg VI/6
  • Has valid certificates for personal survival techniques; firefighting & fire prevention and personal safety & social responsibility (STCW Reg VI/I).
  • Demonstrates adequate knowledge & use of the English language i.a.w STCW code table A III/6
  • Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures, including formal training and assessment record of emergency drills / situations
  • Appropriate certificate of training in medical first-aid i.a.w STCW Code Section A-VI/4 (table A-VI/4-I )
  • Record of competence to be an ETO takes cognisance of flag and coastal state requirements at an operational level including demonstrating knowledge of emergency procedures

Master (GA 2026)

Grade Name: Master
Certificate Text 1: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT
Certificate Text 2: IS COMPETENT AT THE GRADE OF
Certificate Assessment Route: GA
templateid: 8
Witness Statement: Marine/Mstr/MTCS_WS_Master.pdf
Grade Section: ROV Organogram
Welcome Intro:

Welcome to MTCS Online,

You have now been enrolled onto the following area at either your, or your company's request:

Welcome Message:

Please note:

  • This verification course has to be completed within 12 months of your enrolment date.
  • Course and Competence documentation:
    • Can be downloaded (and saved to a laptop or mobile device) when internet access is available.
    • It can then be completed and saved, even when offline.
    • The completed documents can then be uploaded to your submission areas when internet access is next available.
competence: 34879
Job Summary:

A Master Mariner is regarded as someone who is fully conversant in all aspects of marine operations and is able to demonstrate competent command and control of dynamic positioning operations in at least one area of work covered by IMCA guidelines.

  • Anchoring
  • Heavy lifting
  • Diving support
  • Pipelay (rigid & flexible)
  • Well servicing
  • Survey & ROV Operations
  • Semi-submersibles.
Entry Specifications:
  • Valid certificate of competency (500 GRT or more) issued in accordance with STCW Reg. II/2.
  • Valid certificate of competency (500 GRT or less) issued in accordance with STCW Reg. II/2 or 3.
  • Record of Competence should be in accordance with STCW Reg V1/1 and V1/6 and MARPOL 73/78 as amended
  • Record of Competence to be Master needs to take cognisance of flag and coastal state requirements at an operational level
  • An appropriate record of sea service
  • Has a valid flag state medical certificate
  • Has a valid flag state survival training certificate i.a.w. STCW Reg VI/2
  • Has valid certificates for personal survival techniques; fire fighting & fire prevention; elementary first-aid and personal safety & social responsibility in accordance with STCW Reg VI/I. Record of competence to be a Master taking cognisance of flag and coastal state requirements at management level
  • Security related training and instruction (STCW Reg VI/6) and the ISPS code
  • Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures, including formal training and assessment record of emergency drills / situations with (where applicable) assessment evidence being obtained from approved fire-fighting training and experience in accordance with STCW Reg A- VI/3
  • Demonstrates adequate knowledge & use of the English language i.a.w STCW code table A II/I
  • Medical care in accordance with STCW Reg VI/4 (Table A-VI/4-2)