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ISM Lead Internal Auditor, ISO 19011:2026 – Online Course
On-demand · certificate issued on completion 6 months access
Train the Trainer for Seafarers – CPD Online Course
On-demand · certificate issued on completion 6 months access
ISPS & Port/Marine Facility Personnel with Designated Security Duties(DSD) – Online Course
On-demand · certificate issued on completion 6 months access
ISPS & Agent de Sûreté des Installations Portuaires / Maritimes (PFSO/MFSO)
On-demand · certificate issued on completion 6 months access
ISPS Lead Internal Auditor, ISO 19011:2026 – Online Course
On-demand · certificate issued on completion 6 months access
ISM-ISPS-MLC Lead Auditor ISO 19011:2026 – Online Course –
On-demand · certificate issued on completion 6 months access
ISPS & Officer de Surêté de Companie (CSO)
On-demand · certificate issued on completion 6 months access
ISM & Designated Person Ashore (DPA) Online Course
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ISM-ISPS-MLC Lead Auditor ISO 19011:2026Online Course
ISM & Designated Person Ashore (DPA)Online Course
MLC Lead Internal Auditor, ISO 19011:2026Online Course
Cybersécurité Maritime de baseOnline Course
ISM Lead Internal Auditor, ISO 19011:2026Online Course
Port Agency: A Practical Start For New AgentsOnline Course
Canadian Rules & Regulations For Deck Officers Operational LevelOnline Course
Security Awareness Training For All Seafarers (PSA/VPWOSR)Online Course
Train The Trainer For SeafarersCPD Online Course
ISPS & Company Security Officer (CSO)Online Course
ISPS Lead Internal Auditor, ISO 19011:2026Online Course
ISPS & Port / Marine Facility Security Officer (PFSO/MFSO)Online Course
Become A SuperintendentOnline Course
Becoming A Crew Agent: Your First Steps Into Maritime RecruitmentOnline Course
Meeting Management For Seafarers And Shore Teams
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FAQ
Questions et réponses fréquentes
Do you offer STCW course?
Le terme STCW est souvent mal utilisé, notamment dans l'industrie du yachting où l'on demande souvent aux candidats de « faire leur STCW
STCW est une convention et un code internationaux de l'OMI (Organisation Maritime Internationale) et signifie Normes de Formations, Certification, et Veille pour les Gens de Mer (STCW).
Le code et la convention STCW énumèrent toutes les formations et certifications nécessaires pour travailler à bord d'un navire, pour tous les postes.
When you are asked to get your STCW done, 99.9% of the time you need to do your MED Course (Marine Emergency Duties), now called Basic Safety Training.
At this time, this course can only be done in a classroom as it requires practical training in a pool and live firefighting.
Quand est la prochaine date des formations?
All courses on Virtual Maritime Academy are fully on-demand. Once you register you have immediate access to the course content and have 6 months to complete the entire course. No need to attend a specific webinar on a particular date & time. You do your training at your own pace.
Dois-je payer la taxe de vente?
Si vous êtes situé au Canada, vous devrez payer les taxes de vente. Si vous êtes à l'extérieur du Canada, vous n'avez pas à la payer.
Can I take the quiz and final assessment more than one time if I fail?
Yes, but you are limited to 2 re-takes on Chapter Quizzes. For the final assessment, if you fail, a fee might apply to be able to re-do it.
De quoi ai-je besoin pour m'inscrire à l'une de vos formations?
All courses are online and fully on-demand. You will need a computer with audio devices, a webcam for your final assessment, and a decent internet speed.
Puis-je entrer et sortir du cours?
Yes. On every course you can go in and out as often as you like and pick up where you left off.
How to register to the course?
Click on the Courses menu at the top of this page and select the course you would like to register for. Once on the course page, click “Enroll” just under the top image. You will see a small shopping cart at the top right of your screen: click on it, then click Checkout. Complete all required information and payment, and you will get access to the course.
If you need any assistance, do not hesitate to contact us by email at course@virtualmaritime.academy or via our live chat at the bottom right corner of your screen.
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