Modules overview

STCW A-VI/3

The Advanced Fire Fighting course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-VI/3. Taking the IMO Model Course 2.03 as a guideline.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to control fire-fighting operations.

• Control fire-fighting operations aboard ship;
• Organize and train fire parties;
• Inspect and service firedetection and extinguishing systems and equipment;
• Investigate and compirel reports on incidents involving fire;
• Simulation of an onboard fire: how to respond adequately (implementation of the fire-fighting squad);

4 days

€ 2.100,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Rely On Nutec

Esplanadestraat 1

Oostende, 8400

STCW A-VI/3

By Request

Provided we have enough registrations

The Advanced Fire Fighting Refresher course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/3. Taking the IMO Model Course 2.03 as a guideline.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to control fire-fighting operations.

 Control fire-fighting operations aboard ship;

• Organize and train fire parties;
• Inspect and service fire detection and extinguishing systems and equipment;
• Investigate and prepare reports on incidents involving fire;
• Simulation of an onboard fire: how to respond adequately (implementation of the fire-fighting squad);

2 days

€ 1.265,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be 

W: www.hzs.be

Rely On Nutec

Esplanadestraat 1

Oostende, 8400

Commercial Yachting Module

1,5 days course + 2 hours exam: 

Provided we have enough registrations. 

The Advanced Meteorology course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/1.

600 EUR 

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Commercial Yachting Module

Provided we have enough registrations.

The Basic Meteorology course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/1.

300 EUR 

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

STCW A-VI/1-1, 1-2, 1-3, 1-4 

Basic Safety Training has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-VI/1-1, 1-2, 1-3, 1-4.

2325 EUR 

 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Rely On Nutec

Esplanadestraat 1

Oostende, 8400

STCW A-II/1

Provided we have enough registrations (min 6 max 12 persons)

The Cargo Handling AII/1 course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/1.

To be defined

To be defined

5 days 

€ 1.450,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be 

W: www.hzs.be

STCW A-II/2

Provided we have enough registrations

The Cargo Handling AII/2 course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence and knowledge regarding the handling of cargo on board a ship, and to plan and ensure safe loading, stowage, securing and care during the voyage and unloading of cargoes.

• Knowledge and the ability to apply relevant international regulations, codes and standards concerning the safe handling, stowage, securing and transport of cargoes.
• Knowledge of the effect on trim and stability of cargoes and cargo operation.
•  Use of stability and trim diagrams and stress-calculating equipment, including automatic data-based (ADB) equipment, and knowledge of loading cargoes and ballasting in order to keep hull stress within acceptable limits.
• Loading and unloading operations, with special regard to the transport of cargoes indentified in the Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing.
•  General knowledge of tankers and tanker operations.
•  Ability to explain the basic principles for establishing effective communications and improving working relationship between ship and terminal personnel.
• Knowledge of the operational and design limitations of bulk carriers

5 days (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)

€ 1.350,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

STCW A-II/1

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be 

W: www.hzs.be

Commercial Yachting Module

Provided we have enough registrations.

The Celestial Navigation Cluster has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/1.

2400 EUR 

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

STCW A-II/1 - Officer on Watch 

STCW A-II/2 - Master 

• Belgian Yachtman (YM) – new version with practical tests “M” or “MS"  (“MS” if CY on ‘sailing yacht’) 
• Belgian Yachtnavigator (YN) – new version (Because YM “MS” is prerequisite to YN) 
• RYA Yachtmaster Offshore versions “M” or “MS” (“MS” if CY on ‘sailing yacht’)
• RYA Yachtmaster Ocean) (“MS” if CY on ‘sailing yacht’) 
• Belgian CY 200 GT old version based on STCW A-VII (Some exemptions in new CY 500 GT training path if evidence STCW based) 
• European Union CY 200 GT (Some exemptions in new CY 500 GT training path if evidence STCW based) 

• Basic Navigation Cluster 

• International Collision Regulations

• Basic Safety 

• GMDSS GOC

• Rescue Boats 

• Medical First Aid 

• Security Awareness

• Maritime English 

• Basic Meteorology 

• Yacht Technique Cluster 

• Yacht Manoeuvring 

• ECDIS (optional) 

• Celestial Navigation Cluster 

• Advanced Meteorology 

• Advanced Fire Fighting 

• Medical Care 

• Ship Engine Cluster 

• Ship's Stability 

• IAMSAR 

• Handling of Cargo & stores (Yacht)  

• MRM 

• Emergencies & Documents

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

STCW A-II/1 and A-II/2

5 days: 30-31 March 1-2-3 April 

Provided we have enough registrations.

The ECDIS 5-day course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/1 and A-II/2. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.27 as a guideline.

Those who succesfully complete this course should be able to maintain the safety of navigation through the use of ECDIS and associated navigation systems to assist command decision making.

• Management of operational procedures, system files and data, including
• Manage procurement, licensing and updating of chart data and system software to conform to established procedures
• System and information updating, including the ability to update ECDIS system version in accordance with vendor's product development
• Create and maintain system configuration and backup files
• Create and maintain log files in accordance with established procedures
• Create and maintain route plan files in accordance with established procedures
• Use ECDIS logbook and track history functions for inspection of system functions, alarm settings and user responses

5 days (minimum 6 - max 12 personnes)

€ 1.500,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

STCW A-II/1

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.amacademy.be

Commercial Yachting Module 

1/2 day course + 1 hour exam: 31 March 2026. 

Provided we have enough registrations. 

The Emergencies & Documents course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/2.

300 EUR 

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Deze opleiding richt zich op schippers in de binnenvaart, die met versterkte binnenschepen over de Noordzee willen varen, meer specifiek langs de kust van België, op de route tussen de Belgische havens van Oostende en Zeebrugge en de monding van de Westerschelde.

Bij voldoende inschrijvingen (min.6)

Deze opleiding wordt ingericht om te voldoen aan het KB van 20/08/2020 -  STCW AII-3

• kustnavigatie
• zeemanschap
• maritiem Engels
• meteorologie 
• scheepsbouw en stabiliteit
• regelgeving en documenten

5 dagen

€ 1350,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Randi Buvens

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Vaarbewijs / Kwalificatiecertificaat Schipper 

The refresher Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A- VI/1-2.

To be defined

Provided we have enough registrations

The refresher Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A- VI/1-2.

Those who succesfully complete this course should be able te take proper actions upon discovering a fire, to protect themselves with existing fire-fighting equipment within their workarea and to understand the importance of fire prevention.

• Shipboard fire-fighting organization;
• Location of fire-fighting appliances and emergency escape routes;
• The elements of fire and explosion (the fire triangle);
• Types and sources of ignition;
• Flammable materials, fire hazards and spread of fire;
• actions to be taken on board the ship;
• Fire and smoke detection and automatic alarm systems;

1 day

€ 545,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Medical Certificate "Fit for Duty" and STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting

Christel Peeters Antwerp

Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Campus Vesta

Oostmalsesteenweg 75

2520 Ranst

STCW A-IV/2

GGOC20260406: exam on 14 April 2026

GGOC20260601: 1-2-3-4-5 June 2026, exam on 9 June 2026

Provided we have enough registrations

The GMDSS GOC (General Radio Operator's Certificate) course has been designed to meet the

requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-IV/2 for all areas. Taking the IMO

Model Course 1.25 as a guideline.

Those who succesfully complete this course and pass the BIPT examination should be able to

efficiently operate the GMDSS equipment and to have primary responsibility for radiocommunications

during distress incidents.

• Sea areas, definition and equipment;
• GMDSS equipment;
• Radio traffic;
• IMO GMDSS Master plan;
• Propagation;
• VHF Channeling;

2 days of theory + 3 days of simulator training + 1 day exam (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)

E- learning option: 3 months access to our E-learning platform + 3 days simulator training + 1 day exam 

2 days of theory + 3 days of simulator training + 1 day exam: 1090 EUR

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

E-learning option + 3 days simulator training + 1 day exam: 940 EUR 

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be 

W: www.amacademy.be

STCW A-IV/2

CANCELED - GROC20260316: 16-17-18-19 March 2026, exam on 24 March 2026

GROC20260406: 6-7-8-9 April 2026, exam on 14 April 2026

GROC20260601: 1-2-3-4 June 2026, exam on 9 June 2026

Provided we have enough registrations

The GMDSS ROC (Restricted Radio Operator's Certificate) course has been designed to meet the

requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-IV/2 for Sea Area 1 Only. Taking

the IMO Model Course 1.26 as a guideline.

Those who succesfully complete this course and pass the BIPT examination should be able to

efficiently operate the GMDSS equipment and to have primary responsibility for radiocommunications

during distress incidents.

• Sea areas, definition and equipment;
• GMDSS equipment;
• Radio traffic;
• IMO GMDSS Master plan;
• Propagation;
• VHF Channeling;

2 days of theory + 1,5 days of simulator training + 1 day exam (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)

E- learning option: 3 months access to our E-learning platform + 1,5 days simulator training + 1 day exam 

2 days of theory + 1,5 days of simulator training + 1 day exam: 795 EUR

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

E-learning option + 1,5 days simulator training + 1 day exam: 780 EUR 

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be 

W: www.amacademy.be

Commercial Yachting Module

2 hours course + 1 hour exam: 27 March 2026. 

Provided we have enough registrations. 

The Handling of Cargo & stores (Yacht) course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/2.

300 EUR 

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

STCW A-lll/1, A-lll/3, A-lll/2 and A-llll/6

Provided we have enough registrations

The High Voltage Safety for All course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW convention 1978, as amended, Table A-III/1, A-III/3, A-III/2 and A-III/6

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required knowledge regarding the functional, operational and safety requiterements for a marine huigh voltage system.

• Rules, regulations and guidelines;
• Fundamentals of electricity, review general electrical theory and safety precautions;
• Electrical equipment in a marine environment, review of a typical marine installation;
• Basic fault level calculations, grounding arrangements, high voltage faults and protection;
• High voltage safety, basics of risk management and safe working procedures;
• Develop switching strategies for isolation;
• First Aid in electrical injuries;

5 days

(minimum 4 persons)

€ 1690,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Commercial Yachting Module

1/2 day course + 1 hour exam: 26 March 2026. 

Provided we have enough registrations. 

The IAMSAR course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/2.

300 EUR 

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

STCW A-V/3-2

Online Training:

• 27-28-29-30 April 2026
• 25-26-27-28 May 2026
• 22-23-24-25 June 2026
• 27-28-29-30 July 2026 
• 24-25-26-27 August 2026 
• 21-22-23-24 September 2026 
• 19-20-21-22 October 2026 
• 23-24-25-26 November 2026 
• 14-15-16-17 December 2026

Provided we have enough registrations (min 6 - max 10)

The IGF Advanced course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-V/3-2.

The purpose of this Code is to ensure the safe and environmentally sound design, construction and operation of ships and in particular their installations of propulsion machinery systems, auxiliary power units and/or other machinery using low flash point gas or fuel as fuel. Masters, engineers and all crew members with direct responsibility for the care and use of fuels and fuel systems on board ships covered by the IGF Code must hold a certificate of continuing training for service on ships covered by the Advanced IGF Code (IGF training).

The IGF code requires 3 bunker operations to receive the Advanced training level. Two of the three bunkering operations may be replaced by approved simulator training as part of the advanced training. In cooperation with Kongsberg simulators, AMA can offer this possibility, providing a full certification.

· Familiarisation with physical and chemical properties of fuels on board ships subjects to IGF code.

· Basic of thermodynamics and relation to LFF fuels.

· Methane number and weather/aging of stored LNG

· Operate controls of fuel related to propulsion plant and engineering system.

· Services and safety devices on ships subject to IGF code.

· Different machinery space concept on board vessels subject to IGF code.

· Design and characteristics of ships subject to IGF code.

· Knowledge of safe procedure and checklists for taking fuel tanks in and out of service.

· Bunkering checklist, plan and monitor safe bunkering, stowage, calculation and securing of the fuel on board ships subject to IGF code.

· Precaution to prevent pollution of the environment from release of fuels from ships subject to IGF code.

· Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements.

· Knowledge and understanding of the hazards and control measures associated with fuel system operations on board ships subject to the IGF Code

· Risk assessment and risk reduction methods.

· Apply occupational health and safety precautions and measures on board a ship subject to the IGF Code.

· Knowledge of the prevention, control and fire-fighting and extinguishing systems on board ships subject to the IGF Code.

IGF Advanced course - 4 days (online) 

Combined with IGF Methanol course / IGF Advanced course - 5 days (online) 

IGF Advanced course € 1.650,00

Combined with IGF Methanol course / IGF Advanced course (5 days): € 2.100,00 

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

IGF Basic certificate

Advanced Fire Fighting certificate

STCW A-V/3-1

Online Training:

• 21-22 May 2026
• 18-19 June 2026
• 23-24 July 2026 
• 19-20 August 2026 
• 17-18 September 2026 
• 15-16 October 2026 
• 19-20 November 2026 
• 10-11 December 2026 

Provided we have enough registrations (min 6 - max 20)

The IGF Basic course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-V/3-1.

The purpose of this Code is to ensure the safe and environmentally sound design, construction and operation of ships and in particular their installations of propulsion machinery systems, auxiliary power units and/or other machinery using low flash point gas or fuel as fuel. Seafarers entrusted with certain safety tasks related to the care, use or emergency assistance of fuel on board ships covered by the IGF Code must hold a certificate of basic training for service on ships covered by the Basic IGF code.

· Low Flash point Fuels

· General layout

· Take precautions to prevent hazards on a ship subject to the IGF Code

· Apply occupational health and safety precautions and measures.

· Fundamentals of gas detection and safety protocols.

· Fire fighting operations

· Basic Knowledge of emergency procedures, including emergency shutdown.

· Precautions to prevent pollution of the environment from release of fuels found on ships subject to IGF code.

· Knowledge about MSDs and elementary first aid.

2 Days

€ 1100,00 

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Basic Safety Training certificate

The IGF: Methanol – Methanol as Low Flash Point Fuel course equips maritime professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to safely and efficiently use methanol as a marine fuel in compliance with the IMO IGF Code. 

Online Training:

• 01 May 2026
• 26 June 2026
• 28 August 2026 
• 23 October 2026 
• 18 December 2026 

Provided we have enough registrations (min 6 - max 10)

IGF: Methanol – Methanol as Low Flash Point Fuel aims to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible use of methanol as a low-flashpoint fuel on board seagoing vessels, in accordance with the IMO IGF Code and relevant international regulations.

The objective of the course “IGF: Methanol – Methanol as Low Flash Point Fuel” is to provide participants with the essential theoretical knowledge and practical competence required to safely handle, operate, and maintain methanol fuel systems on board ships that use methanol as a low-flashpoint fuel.

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the physical and chemical properties of methanol and its implications for safe shipboard use.
• Identify and apply appropriate health, safety, and environmental protection measures.
• Operate and monitor methanol fuel systems, including bunkering, storage, and engine operation.
• Respond effectively to emergencies, such as leaks, spills, or fires involving methanol.
• Demonstrate awareness of regulatory requirements and company Safety Management System procedures related to methanol as a marine fuel.

• Introduction to methanol as a low-flashpoint marine fuel and overview of the IGF Code
• Physical and chemical properties, production, advantages, and challenges of methanol
• Health, safety, and environmental protection measures for methanol handling
• Familiarization with ship systems, fuel storage, and engine modifications for methanol use
• Safe operational practices, including bunkering, monitoring, maintenance, and voyage planning
• Risk management, emergency response, and fire safety procedures specific to methanol
• Understanding of applicable international regulations (SOLAS, STCW, IGF Code, MARPOL)
• Environmental impact and pollution prevention measures related to methanol operations

IGF Methanol course (1 day) - online

Combined with IGF Advanced / IGF Methanol course (5 days) - online 

IGF Methanol course (1 day): 750 EUR 

Combined with IGF Advanced / IGF Methanol course (5 days): 2100 EUR 

IGF Advanced certificate

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be 

W: www.amacademy.be

The IMDG course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence and knowledge regarding the carriage of dangerous goods.

Commercial Yachting Module 

1 day course + 1 hour exam:

Provided we have enough registrations.

The International Collision Regulations course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/1.

300 EUR

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

More info will follow

The Maintenance and Damage Inspection course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.

Those who succesfully complete this course should be able to assess reported defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks, and to take appropriate action.

SOND20250324: 24-25 March 2025, followed by exam 26 March 2025 8:30

Provided we have enough registrations

The Maintenance and Damage Inspection course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.

Those who succesfully complete this course should be able to assess reported defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks, and to take appropriate action.

• Knowledge of the limitations on strength of the vital constructional parts of a standard bulk carrier and ability to interpret given figures for bending moments and shear forces
• Ability to explain how to avoid the detrimental effects on bulk carriers of corrosion, fatigue and inadequate cargo handling

3 days (20 hours) (Including examination)

€ 350,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

STCW A-II/1

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

This course is in accordance with the provisions of chapter II, III, Section A-II/1; A-II/2, A-III/1; A-III/2; A-III/6 (leadership, teamwork and managerial skills) of the STCW Code 1995 and Regulation II/1, II/2, III/1, III/2, III/6 of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended. The course is in compliance with IMO model courses 1.39, 1.22, 7.17 and 2.07.

Provided we have enough registrations.

•     Human performance limitations

•     Attitudes and professional behaviours

•     Situational awareness

•     Communications and briefings

•     Authority and assertiveness

•     Challenge and response

•     Workload management

•     Team (shared mental model, monitoring, coordination)

•     Leadership styles

•     Decision making

•     Short-term strategy (plan–monitor–adapt)

•     Humans and automation

•     Error management

• Maintain shared situational awareness (bridge–engine).

• Communicate clearly using structured, closed-loop methods.

• Speak up and challenge appropriately across ranks.

• Manage workload/resources through prioritisation and escalation.

• Prevent, detect, and recover from errors.

• Decide under pressure using explicit risks/options and stop/slow triggers.

• Adapt leadership to the situation.

• Mitigate human–automation risks (overtrust, mode confusion, surprises).

20 hours theory and 8 hours simulator training

850 EUR 

 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Training & Consultancy 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

28-29-30/05/2025 (6 seats left)

Provided we have enough registrations (min 6 max 12 persons)

This course is designed to meet the standards set in IMO MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3, IMO Resolution MSC.428(98), BIMCO's Guidelines on Cyber Security Onboard Ships, and all other regional, industry, and non-governmental guidelines.

Those who successfully complete this course should be able to identify cyber security threats, implement best practices, and adequately manage cyber security incident response.

• Regulations and guidelines
• Vulnerability assessment, protection and prevention, cyber incident detection and response
• Maritime cyber security familiarization, training and case studies covering real life scenarios
• Maritime Cyber Security Scenario (simulator): the simulator replicates real-world maritime systems and equipment, ensuring an authentic training environment and it has the ability to put participants in the roles of both defender and attacker

3 days

€1.100 (including course material and certificate) 

Course can be organized both online or on-location depending on the customer needs.

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

By Request 

Provided we have enough registrations (min 6 max 18 persons)

This course is designed to meet the standards set in IMO MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3, IMO Resolution MSC.428(98), BIMCO's Guidelines on Cyber Security Onboard Ships, and all other regional, industry, and non-governmental guidelines.

Those who successfully complete this course should achieve higher awareness regarding maritime cyber security threats and best practices.

• Identifying maritime cyber security vulnerabilities
• Understanding and recognizing cyber security threats
• Best practices and actions to ensure high cyber security

1 day

€350 (including course material and certificate) 

Course can be organized both online or on-location depending on the customer needs.

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Commercial Yachting Module

Provided we have enough registrations.

The Maritime English course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/1.

300 EUR 

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

STCW A-VI/4-2

5 days course:  

The Medical Care course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/4-2.

Those who succesfully complete this course acquire the necessary level of competence to organize and manage the provisions of medical care on board.

• Clinical examination and history taking;
• Signs and symptoms of disease and trauma;
• Communicable and general diseases;
• trauma, injury and death at sea;
• Surgical techniques and equipment;
• Ships hygiene and disease prevention;
• A thorough knowledge of the use and contents of the following publications: International medical guide for ships, medical section of the ICS, medical first aid guide for use in accidents involving dangerous goods.

5 Days

€ 1.865,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

STCW Medical First Aid A-VI/4-1

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be 

W: www.hzs.be

Rely On Nutec

Esplanadestraat 1

Oostende, 8400

STCW A-VI/4-2

3 day course: 

The Medical Care course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/4-2.

Those who succesfully complete this course acquire the necessary level of competence to organize and manage the provisions of medical care on board.

3 days 

€1.320,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

A valid STCW Medical Care A-VI/4-2 certificate

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be 

W: www.hzs.be

STCW A-VI/4-1

The Medical First Aid course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/4-1.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board, identify and treat medical emergencies, treat dislocations, fractures,.. Etc.

• Immediate action and first aid kit;
• Body structure and functions;
• Toxicological hazards aboard ship;
• Examination of patient and medical care of rescued persons, including distress, hypothermia
• and cold exposure;
• Spinal injuries, burns, scalds, effects of heat and cold, fractures, dislocations and muscular
• injuries;
• Radio medical advice;
• Pharmacology;

3 Days

€ 1.210 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

STCW Elementary First Aid

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be 

W: www.hzs.be

Rely On Nutec

Esplanadestraat 1

Oostende, 8400

Commercial Yachting Module

1/2 day course + 1 hour exam: 30 March 2026. 

Provided we have enough registrations. 

The MRM course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/2.

300 EUR 

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

STCW A-V/1-1

By Request

Provided we have enough registrations

The personal Survival Techniques Refresher course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as  amended, Table A-VI/1-1.

Those who succesfully complete this course receive an essential update to their theoretical knowledge and practical skills on how to perform an emergency abandonment with or without a life raft.

• Life rafts types and content. Lifeboat handling;
• Lifejackets, survival suits use and donning;
• Flares and other emergency beacons;
• Hypothermia;
• Practical: abandonment, individual and group entry;
• Practical: righting a capsized raft;
• Practical: rescue and survival techniques without a life raft;

1 day (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons) (9h-17h30)

€ 555,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

STCW Personal Survival Techniques

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

The Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than Fast Rescue Boats) course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/2-1. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.23 as a guideline.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to handle, operate and take charge of survival craft and rescue boats during and after launch in adverse weather condtions.

To Be Defined

Provided we have enough registrations

The Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than Fast Rescue Boats) course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/2-1. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.23 as a guideline.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to handle, operate and take charge of survival craft and rescue boats during and after launch in adverse weather condtions.

• Take charge of a survival craft or rescue boat during and after launch;
• Operate a survival craft engine;
• Manage survivors and survival craft after abandoning ship;
• Use locating devices, including communication, signalling apparatus and pyrotechnics;
• Apply first aid to survivors;

4 days

€ 1.820,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

The Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than Fast Rescue Boats) course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/2-1. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.23 as a guideline.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to handle, operate and take charge of survival craft and rescue boats during and after launch in adverse weather condtions.

To be defined

Provided we have enough registrations

The Refresher Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than Fast Rescue Boats) course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/2-1. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.23 as guideline.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to handle, operate and take charge of survival craft and rescue boats during and after launch in adverse weather conditions.

• Take charge of a survival craft or rescue boat during and after launch;
• Operate a survival craft engine;
• Manage survivors and survival craft after abandoning ship;
• Use locating devices, including communication, signalling apparatus and pyrotechnics;
• Apply first aid to survivors;

1 day

€ 525,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

STCW A-II/2

Provided we have enough registrations

The RADAR-ARPA for All course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.08 as a guideline.

Those who succesfully complete this course will have fulfilled the mandatory minimum requirements of training in the use of radar and ARPA to maintain safety of navigation. The training is provided at management level.

Radar operating principles: picture orientations bearing, display set up,..;

• Radar plotting;
• Safety precautions with radar equipment;
• Vectors, target selection;
• Arpa display warnings, alarms and errors;
• IMO regulations;
• Errors in radar information;

4 days (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)

€ 1.250,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Commercial Yachting Module 

Provided we have enough registrations.

The Security Awareness Training for All Seafarers course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/6-1.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence of maritime security through heightened awareness and the ability to recognize security threats and to respond appropriately.

• The meaning and the consequential requirements of the different security levels;
• Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans;
• Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices
• Recognition, on a non-discriminatory basis, of characteristics and behavioural patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security
• Techniques used to circumvent security measures;

300 EUR

(including course material, certificate, coffee and water)

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Commercial yachting Module 

2 days course + 1 hour exam: 23-24 March 2026. 

Provided we have enough registrations. 

The Ship Engine Cluster has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/2.

600 EUR 

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

The Ship Manoeuvring and Handling course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to proactively participate as members of an efficient bridge team, i.o.t. manoeuvre and handle the ship in all conditions.

Commercial Yachting Module

1/2 day course + 1 hour exam: 25 March 2026. 

Provided we have enough registrations. 

The Ship's Stability course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/2.

300 EUR  

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

This course is intended for officers and ratings with designated duties related to cargo and cargo equipment on LNG/LPG liquefied gas tankers. The training is based on IMO Model Course 1.04 and meets the requirements of the STCW Code, Section A-V/1-2 (Table A-V/1-2-1).

7-8-9-10 September 2026 

Provided we have enough registrations

• Overview of liquefied gas tankers: types, layout and cargo systems
• Basic cargo operations: loading, discharging, cargo care in transit and ESD (Emergency Shutdown)
• Properties of liquefied gases (pressure/temperature behaviour, boil-off, cryogenic effects, electrostatic hazards)
• Hazards and control measures: toxicity, fire/explosion, leaks, low temperature and pressure hazards; including inerting, ventilation and gas detection/measurement
• Safe working practices: safety management, SDS/MSDS use, gas measuring equipment, PPE and procedures (incl. hot/cold work)
• Emergency response, firefighting and first aid (including SDS/MSDS relevance)
• Environmental protection: prevention and actions in case of incidents/spillage

On completion, the participant will be able to:

• Contribute safely to cargo operations on liquefied gas tankers
• Identify cargo-related hazards and apply appropriate risk control measures
• Correctly use gas detection/measurement equipment and safety equipment, and work in accordance with procedures
• Respond effectively to emergencies (including ESD activation and fire incidents)
• Prevent pollution and take the correct actions in the event of leakage/spillage

4 days - online

Certificate Of Proficiency Basic Safety Training and Certificate Of Proficiency Advanced Fire Fighting 

1100€

Lena Bols 

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be 

W: www.amacademy.be

STCW A-VI/1-3

MEFA20250919: September 19, 2025

MEFA20251205: December 5, 2025

Provided we have enough registrations

The Elementary First Aid course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/1-3.

The Elementary First Aid course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/1-3.

• First aid equipment;
• Duties of a First Aider;
• Actions in emergencies;
• Basic life support & CPR;
• The unconscious casualty;
• Treatment for wounds, bleeding, burns, scalds, shock, fractures, dislocations and soft tissue
• injuries;
• Gain radio assistance and transportation & high wire transfer by heli of the sick and injured;

1 day (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)

€ 465,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.amacademy.be

STCW A-VI/1-2

FPFF20250915: September 15 & 16, 2025 (Campus Vesta)

FPFF20251201: December 1 & 2, 2025 (Campus Vesta)

Provided we have enough registrations

The Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/1-2.

Those who succesfully complete this course should be able to take proper actions upon discovering a fire, to protect themselves with existing fire-fighting equipment within their workarea and to understand the importance of fire prevention.

• Shipboard fire-fighting organization, fire man's outfit and practical training.
• Location of fire-fighting appliances and emergency escape routes;
• The elements of fire and explosion (the fire triangle);
• Types and sources of ignition;
• Flammable materials, fire hazards and spread of fire;
• Actions to be taken on board the ship;
• Fire and smoke detection and automatic alarm systems.

2 days (Minimum 6 - max 12 persons)

RelyOnNutec 

Esplanadestraat 1

8400 Oostende

or

Campus Vesta

Oostmalsesteenweg 25

2520 Ranst

€ 925,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Medical Certificate "Fit for Duty"

Christel Peeters Antwerp

Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.amacademy.be

STCW A-VI/1-4

Provided we have enough registrations

The Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/1-4.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve a basic knowledge of the safety procedures, accident prevention and employment and working conditions on board merchant vessels.

• Knowledge of emergency procedures;
• Precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment;
• Safe working practices;
• Ability to understand orders and to communicate with others in relation to shipboard duties;
• Social responsibilities

12 hours (minimum 6 persons)

 € 375,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Christel Peeters Antwerp

Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be 

W: www.amacademy.be

STCW A-VI/1-1

Provided we have enough registrations

The Personal Survival Techniques course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/1-1.

Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the essential practical skills and theoretical knowledge to react efficiently to an emergengy abandonment with or without a life raft.

• Life rafts types and content. Lifeboat handling;
• Lifejackets, survival suits use and donning;
• Flares and other emergency beacons;
• Hypothermia;
• Practical: abandonment, individual and group entry;
• Practical: righting a capsized raft;
• Practical: rescue and survival techniques without a life raft;

1 day (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)

€ 560,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)

Medical Certificate "Fit for Duty"

Christel Peeters

Antwerp Maritime Academy

A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.amacademy.be

Commercial Yachting Module

Provided we have enough registrations.

The Yacht Manoeuvring course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/1.

300 EUR 

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be

Commercial Yachting Module

Provided we have enough registrations.

The Yacht Technique Cluster has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-II/1.

300 EUR 

(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water) 

Sarah Kockelkoren 

Antwerp Maritime Academy:

Noordkasteel Oost 6,

2030 Antwerpen

T: 0032 3 205 64 60

E: training@hzs.be

W: www.hzs.be