Canadian Rules & Regulations for Deck Officers Operational Level – Online Course –
A 30-Hours Online Course with Certificate of Completion
100% Online Self-Paced Learning
This course is available in both English and French
Registration for this course will open on January 30, 2026
Possibly one of the most informative fully online courses available for foreign deck officers at the operational level, this programme provides a comprehensive overview of Canadian maritime rules and regulations and is accessible from anywhere in the world. The course covers all key subject areas relevant to foreign deck officers operating in Canadian waters and is designed to ensure participants have a clear, practical understanding of their operational duties, responsibilities, and compliance requirements. Upon successful completion of the 45-hour course, participants will receive a certificate of completion.
| Feature | Virtual Maritime Academy | Other Institutions |
|---|---|---|
| Delivery Mode | ✅ 100% Online, Self-Paced | ❌ Fixed Schedule, In-Person |
| Access Period | ✅ 3 Months Access | ❌ Limited or fixed access |
| Support | ✅ 24/7 Learner Support | ❌ Office hours only |
| Cost Savings | ✅ No Travel • No Hotel • No Time Off Work | ❌ Extra costs for travel, hotel, meals, and downtime |
| Total Investment | ✅ Single transparent fee | ❌ Higher overall cost |
Course Information
This course is for:
Foreign and Canadian deck officers who require structured education on Canadian maritime rules and regulations to support a clear understanding of their duties, responsibilities, and regulatory compliance requirements when operating in Canadian waters.
Prerequisite:
No formal prerequisites. This course is designed for operational-level personnel.
It is assumed that participants attending this operational-level course are foreign or Canadian deck officers who are directly involved in the day-to-day operation of vessels and who wish to update and refresh their knowledge of Canadian rules and regulations. Participants may be currently operating, or intending to operate, on vessels trading to Canadian ports. Course participants are expected to have a practical working knowledge of shipboard operations and maritime practices, enabling them to effectively understand, apply, and comply with Canadian regulatory requirements relevant to their operational duties.
Why Enroll in This Course?
Develop a strong understanding of Canadian maritime rules and regulations, strengthen professional competence, and support career development through practical, standards-aligned training designed for deck officers operating in Canadian waters.
Certificate of Completion
Receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course, confirming participation and completion of the training programme.
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Regulations, Code, Convention Addressed:
Applicable Canadian maritime legislation, regulations, and guidance relevant to deck officers operating in Canadian waters.
Learning Objectives:
- To enable participants to understand and apply Canadian maritime rules and regulations relevant to the operational duties of deck officers.
- To ensure participants can identify their statutory responsibilities when operating vessels in Canadian waters.
- To develop practical knowledge of compliance requirements affecting navigation, safety, and shipboard operations under Canadian regulations.
- To enhance participants’ ability to interpret and implement Canadian regulatory requirements in day-to-day vessel operations.
- To support safe and compliant operational decision-making by deck officers trading to Canadian ports.
- To prepare participants to demonstrate regulatory awareness and compliance during inspections, audits, and routine operations
Course Structure:
This course is fully online and consists of:
- 7 chapters and the final assessment & course feedback.
- Confirmation questions after each chapter.
- Course Summary Note.
- A Final Course Assessment.
Assessment:
There are multi-choice questions to complete at the end of each chapter and a final assessment. The passing mark is 70%. The Final Assessment is fully online and no need to attend any classroom. A Proctor will be assigned to you to monitor you during your Final Assessment.
Length:
Approximately 30 hours.
You can enter and exit this course as often as you require. This course is a do it at your own pace.
Delivery:
The course is 100% online and no requirement to attend a test in a classroom.
Student Verification Requirements:
As required by, DNV, and the CPD Group, students must complete a simple online verification form accessible from within the course. This includes submitting a scanned copy of an official government-issued photo ID, such as a passport or driver’s license.
Training Certification:
This fully online course is designed to support foreign and Canadian deck officers in operational level in developing a practical understanding of Canadian maritime laws and regulations. The course draws upon applicable Canadian legislation and regulatory frameworks that incorporate relevant international conventions and standards as implemented under Canadian law, ensuring participants are equipped with the knowledge required to operate compliantly within Canadian waters.
Certificate:
Participants will receive a digital copy, and a hardcopy will be dispatched by regular mail free of charge.
Online Course Subjects:
A course meeting with all the requirements.
- Canadian maritime legislation
- Regulatory framework overview
- Vessel certification requirements
- Crew roles and responsibilities
- Navigation in Canadian waters
- Safety and pollution prevention
- Port State Control inspections
- Operational compliance obligations
- Reporting and documentation
- Enforcement and penalties
- Practical regulatory application
- And the list can continue……..
Revision: 1, 2026
