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SCQF Level 7

Deck Officer Cadet programme

This sponsored MNTB Deck Cadet training scheme is for those who would like to serve as a Deck Officer on seagoing ships of the Merchant Navy.

Qualification Type

SCQF Level 7

Duration

3 years

Starts

Aug 2025

Interests

  • Maritime

Campus

  • Scottish Maritime Academy

Deck Officer Class 1 (Fishing)

This MCA approved course allows you to sit the SQA examinations required for Class 1 Deck Officer (Fishing).

Duration

12 weeks

Starts

13 Apr 2026

Interests

  • Maritime

Campus

  • Scottish Maritime Academy

Deck Officer Class 2 (Fishing)

This MCA approved course allows you to sit the SQA examinations required for Class 2 Deck Officer (Fishing)

Duration

12 weeks

Starts

05 Jan 2026

Interests

  • Maritime

Campus

  • Scottish Maritime Academy
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Efficient Deckhand

The course covers aspects of practical Seamanship as required by the EDH syllabus.

Duration

1 week

Starts

19 May 2025

Interests

  • Maritime

Campus

  • Scottish Maritime Academy
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AMERC General Operators Certificate

GMDSS General Operators Certificate (Radio)

This MCA approved course provides you with the training to operate a GMDSS radio installation including satellite communications equipment.

Qualification Type

AMERC General Operators Certificate

Duration

2 weeks

Starts

25 Aug 2025

Interests

  • Maritime

Campus

  • Scottish Maritime Academy

GMDSS Restricted Operator Certificate (ROC)

This GMDSS certification is intended for mariners operating exclusively within the GMDSS Area A1 (VHF range).

Duration

3 days

Starts

17 Mar 2025

Interests

  • Maritime

Campus

  • Scottish Maritime Academy
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SQA (SCQF Level 7)

HNC Nautical Science (blended learning)

This blended learning course is suitable for deck ratings who wish to work towards the Officer of the Watch (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency.

Qualification Type

SQA (SCQF Level 7)

Interests

  • Maritime
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