MCA Oral Exam Preparation
This is an intensive short course providing you with MCA oral examination preparation for various ranks.
Duration
2 weeks
Starts
09 Nov 2026
Mode of Study
- Part-time
Interests
- Maritime
Campus
- Scottish Maritime Academy
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Navigation Aids and Equipment Simulator Training (NAEST) - Management Level
This MCA approved course offers training in the competent use of navigation and electronic systems found onboard merchant vessels. This course is aimed at officers following a course of study leading to their second or higher certificate of competency
Mode of Study
- Part-time
Interests
- Maritime
Navigation Aids and Equipment Simulator Training (NAEST) - Operational Level
This MCA approved course is designed to provide you with the skills to maintain safe navigation through effective use of electronic navigation systems.
Duration
5 weeks
Starts
07 Sep 2026
Mode of Study
- Part-time
Interests
- Maritime
Campus
- Scottish Maritime Academy
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RYA Short Range Certificate (Radio)
This course is for anyone who owns or operates a fixed or handheld marine VHF radio using international channels.
Duration
1 day
Starts
03 Nov 2026
14 Dec 2026
Mode of Study
- Part-time
Interests
- Maritime
Campus
- Scottish Maritime Academy
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STCW Elementary First Aid and Seafish First Aid
This MCA approved one-day elementary first aid course forms part of the mandatory basic safety training for all seafarers.
Duration
1 day
Starts
23 Nov 2026
Mode of Study
- Part-time
Interests
- Maritime
Campus
- Scottish Maritime Academy
STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
This MCA approved mandatory safety course provides basic induction training in accident prevention and personal safety and social responsibilities.
Duration
1/2 day
Starts
24 Nov 2026
Mode of Study
- Part-time
Interests
- Maritime
Campus
- Scottish Maritime Academy
STCW Personal Survival Techniques & Seafish Sea Survival
This MCA approved mandatory safety course delivers basic knowledge and practice of survival techniques at sea.
Duration
1 day
Starts
25 Nov 2026
Mode of Study
- Part-time
Interests
- Maritime
Campus
- Scottish Maritime Academy
STCW Proficiency for Seafarers with designated security duties (PDSD)
This MCA approved course is for seafarers who have designated security duties on board a merchant ship under the Ship Security Plan (SSP) which is required to comply with the International Ship and Port Facilities Security (IPSP) Code.
Mode of Study
- Part-time
Interests
- Maritime
STCW Proficiency in Security Awareness
This MCA approved course provides necessary knowledge, understanding and proficiency to personnel intending to work on ships who will not have any designated security duties.
Starts
26 Nov 2026
Mode of Study
- Part-time
Interests
- Maritime
Campus
- Scottish Maritime Academy
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NPA (SCQF Level 5)
Trainee Deckhand (NPA Maritime Skills)
This 12 week course is ideal for anyone interested in a career at sea. The course covers the basic requirements of a trainee deckhand.
Qualification Type
NPA (SCQF Level 5)
Duration
12 weeks
Starts
Jan 2027
Mode of Study
- Full-time
Interests
- Maritime
Campus
- Scottish Maritime Academy