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Training Courses

We have teamed up with Lloyd’s Maritime Academy who offer a wide range of courses which help to enable continued training and professional development.

In order to reward attendance we offer a discount on our membership of 50% of the first year’s fees for new members. For anyone who is currently a member we offer a 20% reduction for the following annual membership fees for attendance of one of the courses

The following courses are available:

Diploma in Small Craft Surveying

This small craft specific diploma has enabled over 3,000+ participants to specialise in small craft surveying and focuses on vessels up to 24 metres in registered length. The detailed syllabus provides marine surveyors, potential marine surveyors and associated maritime professionals with a qualification that gives them the knowledge to assist personal and professional development.

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Certificate in Marine Warranty Surveying

This popular tutored distance learning course addresses the core competencies of warranty surveying, presenting the knowledge and practical techniques employed in this specialised field.

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Certificate in Ship Technology

The global shipping industry never stands still, and this is also true for technology. This course develops a detailed understanding of ship technology and the role it plays in shipping.

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Certificate in Cargo Surveying

This certificate will benefit any professional involved in the carriage of goods by sea because it not only defines and explains the role of the cargo surveyor, but it provides the essential knowledge of cargo characteristics, stowage and securing techniques and marine insurance which are so central to shipping.

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Diploma in Ship Superintendency

This Diploma in Ship Superintendency has been designed to provide the required knowledge for both marine and technical superintendents in a format easily accessible and applicable as you continue to work.

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Certificate in Naval Architecture

This 14 week tutored professional development programme teaches the essential characteristics of a ship’s design - and how they affect its behaviour in the marine environment.

With its significance developing to encompass an increasingly complex remit, the premise of the naval architect’s role has evolved over the centuries from traditional artist and designer to highly skilled engineer.

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Diploma in Marine Surveying

Whilst this Diploma in Marine Surveying course primarily supports existing marine surveyors around the world, it also aims to educate future surveyors, (including non-seafarers) who have the interest and academic ability to learn about marine surveying, marine engineering and naval architecture.

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Certificate in Marine Surveying

This essential course will introduce you to the marine surveyor and the environment they are faced with. You will be provided with a detailed overview of an array of marine surveys, from all over the world, the roles and responsibilities of survey organisations and statutory bodies and how they all come together in practice.

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Diploma in Marine Engineering

Together with the necessary technical knowledge, an understanding of the relevant industrial legislation and safe operating practices is essential for any marine engineer. This diploma in marine engineering will equip you with a firm understanding of the principles associated with marine engineering and engineering management practices.

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