Experienced Seafarer Route (ESR)

Summary

IMO MODEL COURSE 7.03 – OFFFICER IN CHARGE OF ANAVIGATIONAL WATCH

Summary:
This training course has been designed for deck ratings who have been working at sea and have logged at least 36 months of seagoing service with 6 months engaged in bridge watchkeeping duties, and who are ready to progress from a rating to achieve an Officer of the Watch (II/1) Unlimited Certificate of Competency (CoC) through the experienced seafarer route.

STCW Competencies:

Function 1: Navigation at the operational level
Function 2: Cargo Handling and Stowage at the operational level
Function 3: Controlling the operation of the ship and care for the persons on board at the operational level

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STCW reference:

Program Highlights

Course Intake

Maximum 24

Assessment

Practical, Written and Orals

Accreditation

FMA (MOEI-UAE)

Course Registration:

Course Name:

Experienced Seafarer Route (ESR) - Deck

Course duration: 6 Months

Course Intake: Maximum 24

Assessment: Practical, Written and Orals

Entry Criteria:

· Minimum 36 months sea service in a deck capacity, including six months' bridge watchkeeping duties under the supervision of a qualified officer.

· GCSE O level Certificate or its equivalent

· Valid personal medical fitness certificate issued by any IMO whitelist country.

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Schedule:

Monday 01 September 2026 to Friday26 March 2027

Monday 04 January 2027to Friday 30 July 2027

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Course fee:

35,000 AED

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