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STCW Navigation Aids Equipment and Simulation Training (NAEST M)

at Blackpool and The Fylde College, Blackpool · college

Level 3Other coursesOther1 weekPart time£1,590

What the college says

The Navigation Aids, Equipment and Simulation Training at management level (NAEST M) offers comprehensive training in the competent use of navigation and electronic systems found onboard merchant vessels. You will gain the knowledge and understanding required in the use of radar, ARPA, ECDIS, satellite navigation systems and other electronic navigation aids to monitor the safety of navigation. Successful completion will form part of the overall competency package that is submitted to the MCA for the issuance of a Chief Mates Certificate of Competency (Chief Mates CoC - unlimited). The course is based on MNTB criteria and approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).

What you need to get on

The minimum entry requirements are: At least 12 months watchkeeping service whilst holding a Certificate of Competency issued under Regulation II/1 of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended; Chief Mate less than 3000gt will be accepted with a minimum of six months watchkeeping service. These candidates may require a Distance Learning Programme to prepare for this course at an additional cost of £175. Please contact us to check if this applies to you.

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?

Age range not confirmed in the source data. Check with the provider.

Where it runs

  • FLEETWOOD NAUTICAL CAMPUS

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

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Fleetwood
  • 11 January 2027 · Fleetwood
  • 14 June 2027 · Fleetwood

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