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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.

Faculty qualifications and experience
Training facilities and equipment
Course curriculum and materials
Assessment procedures

Approval Criteria

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

Quality management systems
Record keeping and documentation
Safety protocols
International compliance

Upon Successful 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.

Key Requirements for Approval

Documentation Requirements

Completed application form
Institute registration documents
Faculty credentials and CVs
Facility specifications
Course curriculum details
Quality assurance procedures

Standards Compliance

STCW Convention requirements
IMO model courses
International safety standards
Assessment and certification procedures
Continuous monitoring systems
Regular updates and improvements

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 application

Directorate of Seafarers

NIATA

Email: seaman@niataregister.com