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Vessel Security Officer and VPDSD

Two-day Vessel Security Officer course for up to 18 students, plus Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties.

Description

The 2-day Vessel Security Officer (VSO) course, for up to 18 students, covers the knowledge and skills needed to act as security supervisor aboard an operating vessel. Completion satisfies 46 CFR 11.337(a) for an STCW VSO endorsement. CMTI also offers Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD).

Compliance

  • Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) 2002
  • 33 CFR Subchapter H
  • SOLAS Chapter XI-2 and the ISPS Code
  • STCW Sections A-VI/5 and A-VI/6

Delivery

  • Classroom training at CMTI's facility in Hayes, Virginia, open 52 weeks a year
  • Taught by licensed professional mariners, with personal tutoring when needed
  • Support continues until the USCG license or document is issued

Specifications

Course length2 days
Class size18 students

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