UK issues Maritime and Coastguard Agency Short Course Approval Process Guidance

UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency has issued a note addressed to all owners, masters, officers, ratings, and those concerned with maritime training.

This Marine Information Note (MIN) provides guidance on the implementation, approval and ongoing monitoring of Maritime and Coastguard Agency Approved Training Providers and Nautical Colleges in the United Kingdom and Overseas.

It was published on January 5th, 2023, and should be read with MSN 1865 (M+F) Amendment 1 and  MSN 1866 (M+F) Amendment 1. It replaces MIN 535.

For more information, please see the documents below (available only to subscribers):

RELEVANT DOCUMENTS:

Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Short Course Approval Process Guidance

Training and Certification Requirements for Seafarers on Tankers, Ships Subject to the IGF Code, Ships That Operate in Polar Waters and Passenger Ships

Seafarer Training and Certification Guidance: UK Requirements for Emergency, Occupational Safety, Security, Medical Care and Survival Functions