STCW Basic Safety Training (BST)

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Providers 2
Upcoming dates 11
From £1,200
WHAT IS THIS COURSE?

Course Overview

Industry-standard STCW maritime training course designed to develop essential safety and operational competence for seafarers. This course covers critical maritime procedures, emergency response, and regulatory compliance required under international maritime law.

Prerequisites

  • No formal prerequisites — open to all maritime personnel
  • Basic English language skills recommended
  • Valid medical fitness for seafaring (ENG1 or equivalent)

What You'll Learn

  • STCW-compliant safety and operational procedures
  • Hazard identification and risk management
  • Emergency response protocols
  • Equipment operation and maintenance
  • Regulatory and legal compliance
COURSE AT A GLANCE

Key Facts

Duration
3-5 days
Typical Cost
£850-£1,200
Issuing Body
STCW
Certificate
STCW Certificate
UPCOMING DATES

Available Course Dates

Date School Location Price
22 Jun 2026 Glasgow Maritime Academy (GMA) Glasgow, United Kingdom £1,200 Book →
6 Jul 2026 – 10 Jul 2026 South West Maritime Academy Cromhall, United Kingdom £850.00 inc. VAT Book →
20 Jul 2026 – 24 Jul 2026 South West Maritime Academy Cromhall, United Kingdom £850.00 inc. VAT Book →
3 Aug 2026 – 7 Aug 2026 South West Maritime Academy Cromhall, United Kingdom £850.00 inc. VAT Book →
24 Aug 2026 – 28 Aug 2026 South West Maritime Academy Cromhall, United Kingdom £850.00 inc. VAT Book →
14 Sep 2026 – 18 Sep 2026 South West Maritime Academy Cromhall, United Kingdom £850.00 inc. VAT Book →
28 Sep 2026 – 2 Oct 2026 South West Maritime Academy Cromhall, United Kingdom £850.00 inc. VAT Book →
19 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2026 South West Maritime Academy Cromhall, United Kingdom £850.00 inc. VAT Book →
2 Nov 2026 – 6 Nov 2026 South West Maritime Academy Cromhall, United Kingdom £850.00 inc. VAT Book →
23 Nov 2026 – 27 Nov 2026 South West Maritime Academy Cromhall, United Kingdom £850.00 inc. VAT Book →
7 Dec 2026 – 11 Dec 2026 South West Maritime Academy Cromhall, United Kingdom £850.00 inc. VAT Book →
WHERE TO STUDY

Schools Offering This Course

South West Maritime Academy
Cromhall, United Kingdom
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Glasgow Maritime Academy (GMA)
Glasgow, United Kingdom
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