Online professional development
MCA-approved STCW security training from Securewest International, and online professional development programmes from Virtual Maritime Academy — available to seafarers and maritime professionals worldwide.
Securewest International
MCA-approved PSA & PDSD online courses
Virtual Maritime Academy
Maritime management & professional development
Securewest International is a UK-based maritime security company whose STCW security courses are approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). The following courses — Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA, STCW VI/6-1) and Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD, STCW VI/6-2) — are available to seafarers worldwide and can be completed entirely online.
STCW VI/6-1 compliant online course for all seafarers. Covers maritime security threats, responsibilities, procedures and reporting — required for all seafarers serving on vessels subject to the ISPS Code.
STCW VI/6-2 compliant online course for seafarers assigned specific security duties. Covers security plans, equipment, threat recognition, crowd management and emergency response procedures.
Please confirm eligibility before booking. Seafarers are advised to verify course recognition and acceptance with their employer, manning agent, or flag administration prior to enrolment. Requirements may vary by flag state, vessel type, and company policy.
Affiliate disclosure: WE ARE NAVIGATORS may receive a commission from eligible course bookings made through these links.
Virtual Maritime Academy, based in Québec, Canada, provides online maritime programmes for seafarers and shore-based maritime professionals. Through the WE ARE NAVIGATORS affiliate referral programme, eligible registrations made via our referral link receive a 10% discount on course fees.
Programmes covering maritime business operations, leadership, port and fleet management, and commercial decision-making for maritime professionals.
Structured learning in ISM, ISPS, MLC and related compliance frameworks, internal audit techniques and regulatory readiness for vessels and organisations.
Practical cyber risk awareness and management programmes aligned with IMO guidelines and industry best practice for shipboard and shore-based personnel.
Courses designed to support career progression, communication, leadership and operational effectiveness for maritime professionals at all levels.
Browse the full catalogue of online maritime programmes at Virtual Maritime Academy. Use our referral link to apply your 10% discount at registration.
Courses are delivered by Virtual Maritime Academy. WE ARE NAVIGATORS participates in the VMA affiliate programme and may receive a commission from eligible registrations made through our referral.
