Online Palau Approved STCW Basic Training (BST / BT) Program for Non-Marine Roles Including Hotel Staff, Stewards, Housekeeping, Cruise Ship Crews, Super Yacht Crews and more
**For non-marine roles only; not convertible to COP**
The STCW Basic Training is a mandatory requirement for seafarers employed or engaged in any capacity aboard a vessel - whether in the deck or engine department - and applies to most Navigational and all engineering Certificates of Competency. STCW Basic Training is also the legal minimum requirement for anyone seeking commercial employment on vessels over 24 meters in length, including Superyachts and Cruise Ships. The certification remains valid for five (5) years, after which a refresher course is required to maintain compliance.
The SQLearn Palau approved STCW Basic Training Bundle online for Cruise Personnel offers a convenient, fully online solution to your certification without the need to attend an in-person course. This e-learning option is ideal for non-marine roles including Hotel Staff, Stewards, Housekeeping, Cruise ships Crews, Super Yacht Crew & approved by Palau registry (PISCR). The certificate holder is not permitted to perform Firefighting or abandon-ship duties. This training certificate is not convertible to a Certificate of Proficiency (COP).
The Basic Training Course for Cruise Ship Personnel includes the following modules: Personal Survival Techniques (PST), Fire Prevention and Firefighting (FPFF), Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR), and Elementary First Aid (EFA). This flexible course allows you to study at your own pace on any internet-enabled device - desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone - helping you save valuable time and reduce travel costs.
**For non-marine roles only; not convertible to COP**
STCW Basic Training (Non-Marine) Online
STCW BST for Cruise Ship Online Details
- Course: Full bundle (4 courses) PST, FPFF, PSSR & EFA
- Course Platform: Fully Online (also available onboard)
- Assessment: Online
- Restrictions: The certificate holder is not permitted to perform firefighting or abandon-ship duties. This training certificate is not convertible to a Certificate of Proficiency (COP).
- Duration: 2 days
- Purpose: STCW Basic Safety Training Refresher/Renewal for mariners and non-mariners roles including Hotel, Stewards, Housekeeping, Cruise Ships Crews, and Super Yacht Crews.
- Modules (4): Personal survival techniques (PST), Fire prevention and fire fighting (FPFF), Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR), and Elementary first aid (EFA).
- Suitable for: Marine and Non-Marine roles including officers and ratings of merchant vessels, and cruise ship & superyacht crews.
- Acceptance: Before enrollment, please make sure it meets the requirements of the flag administration or approval body you need. It’s also important to check whether your employer accepts the course, as they may have specific criteria.
- STCW Compliance: Fully compliant with all requirements of Sections A-VI/1-1,2,3,4 of the SCTW Code
- Certification Validity: Five (5) years
**For non-marine roles only; not convertible to COP**
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LAST UPDATED ON Sep 19, 2025