Chief Officer Certificate of Competency
Senior officer certification for the position of chief officer, responsible for cargo operations, stability, and crew management.
Course Description
The Chief Officer Certificate of Competency represents a senior level of maritime command, qualifying officers for the second-in-command position on merchant vessels. This advanced certification demonstrates mastery of cargo operations, ship stability, crew management, and vessel administration.
Chief Officers are responsible for cargo planning and operations, maintenance scheduling, crew welfare, and serving as the Master's primary deputy. This comprehensive program prepares officers for these critical responsibilities through advanced theoretical study and practical application.
Course Objectives
- Master advanced ship stability and cargo calculations
- Develop expertise in cargo operations for all ship types
- Learn crew management and human resource administration
- Understand advanced navigation and passage planning
- Gain proficiency in maintenance planning and management
- Master safety management systems and emergency procedures
- Understand maritime law and commercial operations
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites
- Minimum age: 22 years
- Hold Second Officer Certificate of Competency
- Minimum 12 months sea service as Second Officer
- Valid STCW certifications (all mandatory)
- Demonstrated competency evaluations
Required Documents
- Valid passport
- Seafarer medical certificate
- Certificate of Discharge Book (CDC)
- Sea service testimonials with Master's recommendations
- Second Officer COC and all endorsements
- Competency assessment records
Extensive sea service documentation and performance evaluations required. Leadership experience strongly preferred.
Terms & Conditions
- Maintain minimum 90% attendance
- Pass all advanced module examinations (minimum 75%)
- Complete complex cargo and stability assignments
- Demonstrate leadership in simulator scenarios
- Pass comprehensive final examination
- Complete management and administration projects
How to Register
Pre-Application Review
Submit sea service records and certificates for preliminary review
Comprehensive Verification
Complete document verification (3-4 weeks)
Selection Interview
Attend comprehensive interview and assessment
Final Enrollment
Complete enrollment formalities and payment
