STCW Navigation Aids Equipment and Simulation Training (NAEST O)

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From £4,504
WHAT IS THIS COURSE?

Course Overview

NAEST Operational is a comprehensive navigation officer course covering ECDIS, radar, positioning systems and extensive bridge simulator work. This full competency certification meets STCW Chapter II/1-O requirements for deck officers with operational navigation watch responsibility.

Prerequisites

  • Watchkeeping certificate or maritime background
  • Medical fitness

What You'll Learn

  • ECDIS operation, data management and limitations
  • Integrated navigation systems and GPS/GNSS
  • Radar navigation and collision avoidance
  • Extensive bridge simulator navigation exercises
  • International regulations and safe navigation practice
COURSE AT A GLANCE

Key Facts

Duration
~4-5 weeks
Typical Cost
£4,504
Issuing Body
IMO
Certificate
NAEST Operational Certificate
Revalidation: Revalidation every 5 years.
UPCOMING DATES

Available Course Dates

Date School Location Price
5 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026 Fleetwood Nautical Campus (Blackpool and The Fylde College) Fleetwood, United Kingdom £4,504 Book →
8 Feb 2027 – 7 Mar 2027 Fleetwood Nautical Campus (Blackpool and The Fylde College) Fleetwood, United Kingdom £4,504 Book →
28 Jun 2027 – 23 Jul 2027 Fleetwood Nautical Campus (Blackpool and The Fylde College) Fleetwood, United Kingdom £4,504 Book →
WHERE TO STUDY

Schools Offering This Course

Fleetwood Nautical Campus (Blackpool and The Fylde College)
Fleetwood, United Kingdom
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