Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques (AM)

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From £185

WHAT IS THIS COURSE?

Course Overview

The Updated Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques (STCW A-VI/2-1) is a mandatory refresher for seafarers renewing their certification in personal safety and survival skills. This course ensures crew maintain competency in life-saving equipment operation and survival protocols essential for commercial maritime work.

Prerequisites

Valid or expiring Personal Survival Techniques (PST) certificate
STCW medical fitness certification
At least 12 months sea service
Ability to pass physical assessments in pool and sea environment

What You'll Learn

Personal survival techniques in lifeboat and lifejacket scenarios
Helicopter rescue procedures and safety
Survival at sea — emergency procedures and first aid
Immersion and cold water survival skills
Practical water-based training with full kit

COURSE AT A GLANCE

Key Facts

Duration

2 days

Typical Cost

£185–£195

Issuing Body

MCA / STCW

Certificate

Updated PST (5 years)

Revalidation: Expires after 5 years; must be renewed before expiry to maintain compliance.

UPCOMING DATES

Available Course Dates

Date	School	Location	Price
9 Jul 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£185	Book →
21 Jul 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£185	Book →
28 Jul 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£185	Book →
8 Sep 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
15 Sep 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
22 Sep 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
13 Oct 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
20 Oct 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
10 Nov 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
17 Nov 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
1 Dec 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
15 Dec 2026	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
6 Jan 2027	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
12 Jan 2027	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
26 Jan 2027	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
2 Feb 2027	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
16 Feb 2027	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
9 Mar 2027	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
23 Mar 2027	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →
6 Apr 2027	Warsash Maritime School — Solent University	Warsash, United Kingdom	£195	Book →

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