Registrations Open 

for our 2026/2027 School Year 

The course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to interpret synoptic and prognostic weather charts, analyze the characteristics of major weather systems (including tropical revolving storms), understand ocean current systems…

Students will acquire knowledge of the Canada Shipping Act, 2001; Marine Personnel Regulations; Pilotage Act; Canada Labour Code, Part II; Quarantine Act; Marine Transportation Security Act; and the Abandoned, Hazardous or Wrecked Vessels Act…

This course provides seafarers with the required familiarization and basic safety training for personnel serving on passenger-carrying vessels. It focuses on the competencies needed to respond effectively to onboard hazards and…

This 8-hour combined safety training course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical awareness of fall protection systems and confined space entry procedures in accordance with workplace safety standards in British Columbia…

This course is intended for seafarers with designated security duties under a Vessel Security Plan. It provides the knowledge and awareness required to perform these duties in compliance with the Marine Transportation Security Act (MTSA)….

The Transport Canada course for vessel personnel without security responsibilities is designed for individuals employed onboard ships but not assigned specific security responsibilities. This course is essential for all seafarers as stipulated in the…

This comprehensive course is designed for radio station personnel, both ashore and afloat, operating in accordance with the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). It covers maritime mobile and satellite services…

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the content, application, and purpose of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (with Canadian Modifications)…

Gain the essential knowledge and skills to ensure safer and more confident vessel operations with our Stability Awareness Course! Develop essential skills in weight distribution, ballast management, and vessel handling, leading to safer and more confident operations.

This course is designed to assist in complying with the anticipated Marine Safety Management Regulations (MSMSR). It supports Ship Managers and Masters in the development, implementation, and maintenance of a Safety Management System (SMS)…

“I recently finished MED STCW Survival Craft with Jerry Bowen as my Instructor. He had amazing knowledge of the course, with additional stories from his past experience. The school brought us out to the docks to experience a TEMPSC boat and…”

Erik Finnhansen