Certificates for seafarers
A maritime certificate is a document issued by competent maritime authorities or organizations that confirms the qualifications, practical training, and knowledge of a seafarer or maritime specialist in ensuring safety and health on board a vessel. Without an appropriate certificate, a seafarer cannot perform certain duties at sea.
Distance Learning
The "AVANT" Seafarer Training Center offers enrollment in distance learning and certificate issuance for seafarers, regardless of their actual location. To obtain the required certificate through an accelerated program, contact company specialists.
Why Are Maritime Certificates Needed?
The International Maritime Convention in 2020 defined a minimum set of certificates that every maritime industry specialist going to sea must possess. A set of mandatory documents is established for each position. Certificates are needed by every seafarer to obtain the desired position on a vessel and take their place in the crew.
Maritime certificates perform several functions:
- Confirm seafarer competence: indicate that the seafarer possesses certain knowledge, experience, and necessary skills for working on a vessel
- Ensure safety and efficiency of maritime activities
- Allow seafarers to hold certain positions on vessels
- Are part of required documents for crossing borders: many countries require seafarers to have maritime certificates for legal entry to their territory or work on their vessels
- Ensure safety and efficiency of maritime activities
What Types of Maritime Certificates Exist?
There are various types of certificates provided to confirm qualifications and the right to work at sea in various positions. Some of the most common maritime certificates include:
Certificates of Competency
This is the main type of certificate that confirms a seafarer's qualifications for their position on a vessel. They are issued for positions such as captain, chief officer, mechanic, electromechanic, radio operator, and others.
Limited Certificates of Competency (LCC)
These certificates are issued to seafarers who have limited skills and qualifications to perform specific tasks on a vessel (radio operator certificate, cargo handling equipment operator certificate, and others).
Certificates for Specialized Vessel Types
There are also specialized certificates for certain types of vessels or areas of activity. For example, Fishing Vessel Certificate for fishing vessels or Ice Class Certificate for vessels operating in ice conditions.
Certificates of Proficiency
These certificates are issued to seafarers who have completed certain training programs and courses related to safety, medical assistance, environmental protection. For example, training certificates in International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG), fire safety certificates, first aid certificates, lifesaving equipment usage certificates, and others.
Why Should You Get a Maritime Certificate at "AVANT"?
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How to Verify a Maritime Certificate?
If you need to verify the validity of your certificate, this can be done on the AVANT website using the "Certificate Verification" button. Specific types of maritime certificates may differ depending on the country and maritime administration. All necessary information about certificates required specifically for your profession can be obtained by contacting the "AVANT" Seafarer Training Center.
Get Your Maritime Certificate
By choosing "AVANT" for obtaining your maritime certificate, you are making an investment in your future, ensuring quality education and increasing your chances of success in a maritime career. Specialists from "AVANT" company can answer all your questions.
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