Vessel Security Officer

This course will cover Vessel/Ship Security knowledge and skills that are necessary to work efficiently and safely as a security supervisor aboard an operating vessel. It will also provide the student with sufficient instruction in security procedures to enable them to determine correct initial actions, lead a security team, and take tactical command in the event of a security breach aboard their vessel. This course is designed to comply with the following regulatory requirements: Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002; U.S. Coast Guard regulations contained in 33 CFR Chapter I Subchapter H; Chapter XI-2 of SOLAS 74 as amended, the IMO ISPS Code; and Sections A-VI/5 and A-VI/6 of the IMO STCW Code, as amended. This course is designed to reflect standards set forth by the MTSA VSO Model Course and the IMO SSO Model Course.

Any applicant that has successfully completed our Vessel Security Officer course will satisfy: The requirements of 46 CFR 11.337(a) for an STCW endorsement as Vessel Security Officer; and The Vessel Security Officer standards of competence required by STCW Code Section A-VI/5 and Table A-VI/5, as amended 2010, meeting the National Assessment Guidelines from NVIC 21-12 (Ch-1).

This course contains a written examination and practical assessments.