Specialist Courses
STCW certificates and specialist training for maritime professionals.
We offer a wide range of specialist courses conducted in accordance with the STCW Convention requirements. All training is delivered by experienced instructors using modern simulators and the educational facilities of Gdynia Maritime University.
Training for Examiners – IMO 3.12
Training preparing participants to conduct qualification examinations for seafarers, compliant with IMO Model Course 3.12.
Training in the Inspection and Maintenance of Deck Cranes – Centre Course + MacGregor
The training complies with the requirements of deck-crane manufacturer MacGregor, TTS.
Training in the Inspection and Maintenance of Hatch Covers – Centre Course + MacGregor
The training complies with the requirements of hatch-cover manufacturer MacGregor and, in principle, with the requirements of RightShip.
Training for crew members assigned with security duties
Specialized training for seafarers with assigned ship security duties under ISPS Code (5 hours).
Pedagogical Training for IMO Instructor 6.09
Training for instructors conducting maritime courses, compliant with STCW and IMO 6.09 requirements.
Instructor Training for Training and Assessment Using Simulators – IMO 6.10
Specialist training for maritime instructors delivering simulator-based classes, compliant with the STCW Convention and IMO Model Course 6.10.
Basic Level Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters
Basic training in ship operations in polar waters according to international requirements.
Advanced Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters – Advanced Level
Training preparing officers for safe navigation in extreme Arctic and Antarctic conditions.
Advanced Training for Ships Subject to the IGF Code (without simulator)
Advanced training for officers and crew operating fuel systems on ships powered by gas or other low-flashpoint fuels.
Advanced Training for Ships Subject to the IGF Code (with simulator)
Basic Level Training for Ships Subject to the IGF Code
Basic training in handling ships compliant with the IGF Code.
Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations
Course preparing officers and ratings to take charge of cargo operations on chemical tankers, compliant with STCW requirements.
Advanced Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations
Course based on IMO Model Course 1.05 for the crew of ships carrying liquefied gases, aimed at advanced-level personnel.
Specialized Training for Tankers Carrying Liquefied Gases – Basic Level
Course based on IMO Model Course 1.04, designed for crews of liquefied gas tankers. Provides basic knowledge and operational skills.
Specialized Tanker Training for the Transport of Petroleum Products and Chemicals – Basic Level
Basic specialized training for tanker crews transporting petroleum products and chemicals. Compliant with IMO Model Course 1.01.
Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations
Specialist advanced-level course for the crew of oil product tankers, compliant with IMO Model Course 1.02.
Ship Safety Officer Training – In-House Course
Training preparing seafarers for the role of Ship Safety Officer in accordance with STCW requirements.
Basic Safety Training (Integrated Course)
Course covering 4 basic STCW trainings: first aid, personal safety, survival techniques and fire protection. Total of 71.5 training hours.
Safety Training for Crew Members Directly Serving Passengers in Passenger Spaces
Training preparing crew to effectively manage passengers and ensure safety during emergencies in enclosed spaces.
Passenger and Cargo Safety and Hull Integrity Training for Ro-Ro Passenger Ships
Mandatory training for officers and cargo staff on Ro-Ro ships. Covers vehicle securing, stability calculations, and emergency procedures according to STCW.
Personal Safety and Social Responsibility – Refresher
Refresher course covering the prevention of harassment and bullying in the maritime sector and the new safety standards under resolution MSC.560(108).
Shipboard Engineering Team Leadership Training
Preparation for managing engineering teams, equipment operation, and decision-making in normal and emergency situations.
Training in the Operation of the Inert Gas System Using the LCHS Simulator – Centre Course
Specialised IMO training in the operation of the inert gas system (IGS) on the LCHS simulator, including practical exercises in tanker operations.
Crude Oil Washing System Operation Training Using LCHS Simulator – Center Course
Intensive practical course preparing officers for safe and efficient crude oil tank cleaning using the LCHS simulator (6h simulator + 4h lectures).
Basic First Aid Training
Basic medical course for seafarers and maritime industry workers, compliant with STCW standards.
Individual Rescue Techniques Training
Basic maritime safety training according to STCW convention preparing for survival in emergency situations at sea.
Refresher Training in Individual Rescue Techniques
Update of rescue skills based on IMO Model Course 1.19. Practical exercises in abandoning ship and using life-saving appliances.
Crowd Management Training
Specialized training for passenger ship and Ro-Ro ferry crews, preparing to handle large passenger groups during emergencies.
Advanced Ship Handling Training for Large and Unusual Vessels
Advanced specialist training for officers and captains to enhance skills in navigating vessels with limited maneuverability, very large (VLCC/ULCC) or atypical designs.
Training in Ship Manoeuvring and Ship-to-Ship Cargo Transfer Operations Using the LCHS Simulator – Centre Course
Training in manoeuvring and Ship-to-Ship (STS) cargo transfer operations using the LCHS simulator.
Training in Ship Manoeuvring and Bridge Team Management (BTM) – Refresher – Centre Course
A course extending BRM, focused on bridge management, communication and decision-making under stress.
Bridge Resource Management (BRM) Training for Nautical Officers
Specialized training for officers and captains focusing on effective bridge resource management to enhance maritime safety.
Training in Nautical Ship Command BTM + BRM – Two Certificates (Ministerial and Center-Issued)
Training in Bridge Team Management (BTM) and Bridge Resource Management (BRM) including 18 hours of lectures and 22 hours of simulator exercises.
Training in Handling Large Container Ships and Ro-Ro Vessels – Centre Course
Training in maneuvering large and very large container ships under simulated conditions.
Training in handling large bulk carriers – centre course
Training in maneuvering large and very large ships with low mass-to-power ratio.
Basic Level Training in Handling Large Vessels and Vessels with Unusual Maneuvering Characteristics – Center Course
Training in handling vessels under various weather and environmental conditions, focusing on maneuvering characteristics.
Advanced Training in Handling Large Ships and Ships with Unusual Maneuvering Characteristics – Center Course
Advanced training in handling large maritime vessels and ships with unusual maneuvering characteristics under simulated conditions.
Training in Handling Large Passenger Ships with Twin-Screw Propulsion – Center Course
Training in maneuvering large passenger ships with twin-screw propulsion using simulators.
ASD Tug Handling Training – Center Course
Practical ASD tug handling training covering course maintenance, maneuvering, and towing in various conditions.
High Voltage (HV) Systems Operation and Maintenance Training – Over 1 kV Voltage Training
Specialized training for technical personnel operating high voltage electrical equipment exceeding 1 kV.
Training in the Operation and Use of ECDIS
Preparing navigating officers for the safe operation of ECDIS in everyday work at sea.
Radar Operation Training for Yachtsmen – Centre Course
Specialist training in the operation of yacht radars, focused on practical navigation skills at sea and at night.
Training in the operation of machinery spaces with propulsion other than diesel engines
Mandatory training for seafarers preparing to operate steam turbines and alternative propulsion systems on ships.
Training in twin-screw vessel handling – center course
Training in twin-screw vessel handling covering mooring maneuvers, impact of different propulsion configurations, and practical simulator exercises.
Center Course for LCC and VLCC Ship Handling Training
Training in maneuvering large and very large ships with a low DWT to power ratio.
Offshore Ship Handling Training – Center Course
Offshore ship handling training using VLCC, LCC and Panamax models. Practical STS maneuvers and anchor work.
Emergency Ship Handling Training – Center Course
Advanced ship handling training in emergency situations using marine simulators.
Training in Handling Ships Equipped with Schilling Rudder – Center Course
Training in maneuvering ships with high-lift rudders in port and canal conditions.
DP Ship Handling Training for 4-Leg Jack-Up Vessels – Center Course
DP ship maneuvering and 4-leg lifting operations handling.
Basic Fire Protection Training – Renewal
Updating training in basic fire protection.
Advanced Fire Fighting
Training for ship crew in advanced fire fighting, compliant with IMO Model Course 2.03.
Advanced Fire Protection Refresher Training
An advanced fire protection refresher course based on IMO model course 2.03, updating knowledge and skills in maritime fire safety.
Basic Level Fire Protection Training
Basic fire protection training aligned with IMO model courses.
Ship Security Officer Training
Training preparing for the role of Ship Security Officer (SSO) according to IMO Model Course 3.19. Participants will gain skills in ship security management and cooperation with port and company security officers.
Ship Security Awareness Training
IMO 3.27 compliant course covering maritime security threat recognition and ship protection procedures.
Chemical Tanker Cargo and Ballast Handling Simulator Training – IMO 1.37 – Center Course
Advanced specialist training for deck officers and cargo personnel on chemical tankers using the LCHS simulator for cargo and ballast operations.
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Tanker Cargo and Ballast Handling Simulator including LCHS – IMO 1.36 – Centre Course
Practical training in cargo and ballast operations on LNG tankers using the advanced LCHS simulator according to IMO 1.36 requirements.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Tanker Cargo & Ballast Handling Simulator – IMO 1.35
Center-based course using LCHS simulator covering cargo and ballast operations on LPG tankers according to IMO 1.35 guidelines.
Specialized Practical Training in Cargo and Ballast Operations on Oil Tankers Using LCHS Simulator – IMO 2.06 – Center Course
Practical LCHS simulator training preparing for safe cargo and ballast operations on oil tankers transporting crude oil and petroleum products.
Training in the Transport of Dangerous Goods
Course preparing for safe transport of dangerous goods according to STCW Convention and IMDG Code, based on IMO Model Course 1.10.
Advanced Medical Care Training for the Sick
Advanced maritime medical care training. Covers emergency procedures and treatment in limited medical access conditions aboard ships.
Medical Care for the Sick – Renewal Training
Renewal training in medical care for the sick according to IMO Model Course 1.15
Medical First Aid Training
Preparation for providing first aid on board ships until medical personnel arrive.
Tug-Ship Cooperation Training – Center Course
Training in ship maneuvering with tug assistance in simulated conditions
Training in the Use of Breathing Apparatus for Work in Enclosed Spaces and Identification of Hazards from the Presence of H2S
Training in the use of breathing apparatus for work in enclosed spaces and the identification of hazards associated with hydrogen sulphide (H2S).
Operational Level Radar and ARPA Training
Operational level training in radar and ARPA usage according to IMO Model Course 1.07.
Radar and ARPA Usage Training – Management Level
Specialized training for maritime officers preparing for captain or senior officer roles using advanced radar and ARPA systems for navigation safety management.
Crisis Management and Human Behavior Training
Training crews of passenger ships to act in emergency situations and providing crisis management skills for administrative personnel.
Training in the International Safety Management (ISM) Code for Ship Operations and Pollution Prevention
ISM Code training covering safety policy objectives, shipowner and crew responsibilities, and emergency procedures. Mandatory for maritime crews.
Solitude on Board
This course is not theory — it offers real tools for people who live and work in demanding conditions. It helps build mental resilience, improve relationships within the crew and take care of one's own emotional health.
