About the course
This STCW Security Awareness online course aims to raise awareness about the different security threats and how seafarers can maintain security on board of a ship.
STCW Security Awareness training is mandatory for all seafarers working on board of vessels who do not have designated security duties. The seafarers must hold an official certificate of STCW Security Awareness training.
The Security Awareness online course is in accordance with STCW A-VI/6 and IMO.
IMPORTANT. This course is Bahamas approved and accepted by Liberia and Panama. If you require the Netherlands (EU) and MCA accepted course navigate to our Security Awareness – NL/EU course here.
Learning objectives
- The meaning of the different security levels
- Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans
- Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices
- Recognition of characteristics and behavioral patterns that are likely to threaten security
- Techniques used to avoid security measures
Modules:
- Basic security
- Maritime security policy
- Security responsibilities
- Threat identification
- Ship Security Actions
- Emergency preparedness
- Cyber Security
Getting Certified
How to Receive Your Certification in 3 Simple Steps
1. Complete Your ID Verification
For first-time customers, we’ll guide you through a quick and secure ID verification process. This helps protect the integrity of our program and ensures your certification is issued correctly.
2. Study the Course Material
Access your learning portal and work through the course at your own pace. Our content is designed to be clear, engaging, and easy to follow—everything you need to feel confident before testing.
3. Pass the Assessment
When you’re ready, complete the final assessment. The Assessment consists of multiple-choice questions. Achieve a passing score, and you will receive a download link for your signed and stamped certificate approved by ECMT (Emergency Control and Maritime Training).
You are free to (re)print your certificate anytime. An original hard-copy by mail can be ordered (not included)
Security Awareness
How it works
1. Sign up
Go digital and save time. Simply sign up and you can start the course immediately.
2. Take the course
You will need a PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone (iOS or Android). The entire course can be done online.
3. Assessment
The Assessment consists of multiple-choice questions. Upon successful completion of the assesment you will receive your certificate.
4. Certificate
You will receive a download link for your certificate. You are free to (re)print your certificate anytime. A signed and stamped original hard-copy by mail can be ordered.
FAQ
This training is mandatory for all seafarers working on board a ship, as specified by the STCW Regulations.
Yes! You can enrol in the Security Awareness Online training offered by STCW.online. This flexible, self-paced course is available online, allowing you to complete the training anywhere.
The course typically takes around 4 hours to complete. The exact duration may vary depending on your English proficiency and your study pace.
This certificate is a mandatory certification for all seafarers working onboard a vessel. It demonstrates that you have completed the STCW Security Awareness training in line with international maritime regulations (STCW A-VI/6).
Yes, all seafarers working on a vessel must hold a valid STCW Security Awareness certificate.
This course contains the following elements:
- The meaning of the different security levels
- Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans
- Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances, and devices
- Recognition of characteristics and behavioral patterns that are likely to threaten security
- Techniques used to avoid security measures
After passing the assessment, you will receive a download link for your signed and stamped certificate approved by ECMT (Emergency Control and Maritime Training)
You are free to (re)print your certificate anytime. An original hard-copy by mail can be ordered (not included)
What you will learn
Security
The meaning of the different security levels
Techniques
Techniques used to avoid security measures
Emergency
Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans
Recognition
Recognition of characteristics and behavioural patterns that are likely to threaten security
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