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Mariners Training Institutes

Approval process for Maritime Training Institutes under STCW guidelines

Maritime Training Institute Approval

Maritime Training Institutes seeking approval to conduct STCW courses and issue training certificates must undergo a comprehensive approval process. This ensures that all training provided meets international standards and STCW Convention requirements.

Application Process

Step 1

Submit Application

Submit completed Application Form on prescribed format

Step 2

Supporting Documents

Submit All supporting documents

Step 3

Assessment Fee

Submit Assessment Fee (Prescribed in Fee Table)

Audit and Approval Process

Expert Team Audit

An audit will be conducted by a Nodal expert team of STCW Implementation appointed by the Directorate of Seafarers. This comprehensive evaluation ensures that the institute meets all required standards and guidelines.

Approval Criteria

The audit team evaluates the institute based on STCW guidelines, including:

Expert Team Audit

Upon successful completion of the audit, the Maritime Training Institute (MTI) will be granted approval to conduct approved courses and issue training certificates in accordance with STCW standards.

Important Note

Note: An audit will be conducted by a Nodal expert team of STCW Implementation appointed by the Directorate of Seafarers. Upon successful Audit the MTI will be granted Approval to conduct approved course and issue training certificates.

Contact for Applications

For more information about the Maritime Training Institute approval process or to submit your

Directorate of Seafarers

NIATA
Email: seaman@niataregisters.com