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Small Ships Navigation and Radar

at Blackpool and The Fylde College, Blackpool · college

Level 3Other coursesOther1 weekPart time£1,340

What the college says

This Small Ships Navigation and Radar (SSNR) course is designed to provide essential education and training for safe navigation and watchkeeping on small commercial vessels ( The courses consist of two MCA courses: 1. Small Ships Electronic Charting System (Approved) and Bridge Watchkeeping Course (20 hours over 3 days) 2. Small Ships Radar & Meteorology Course (16 hours over 2 days) The courses cover the mandatory minimum requirements for the safe use of Radar, Electronic Charting System(s) (approved for navigation), and the application and intent of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972, as amended. Validity of Certificate Upon successful completion of each course, you will receive an MCA-approved certificate for each element (as above) demonstrating your competence in critical areas of small vessel navigation and safety.

What you need to get on

This course is intended for all Masters and any crew responsible for navigation on commercially operating small vessels ( Candidates are recommended to have experience navigating small vessels and hold a level of certification that permits commercial operation in Area Category of Operation 6 or above. It is essential for candidates to have a basic understanding of navigational principles prior to attendance.

How you are assessed

Short courses, awards and certificates that do not fit the main routes.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

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Where it runs

  • FLEETWOOD NAUTICAL CAMPUS

    BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE Broadwater, Fleetwood, FY7 8JZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 30 November 2026 · Fleetwood
  • 5 April 2027 · Fleetwood
  • 26 July 2027 · Fleetwood

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