Navigating Medicals & STCW Requirements

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Expert guidance before you invest

The landscape for medical and STCW requirements can be complex, with specific cruise lines often demanding different standards each year. Please, do not book any medicals or STCW certificates until you have received an offer letter and spoken with our team. We will clarify exactly what you need, saving you unnecessary time and expense.

Required Documentation

Every crew member working on ocean-going vessels will require both a valid medical certificate and mandatory STCW certification. We are here to guide you through the process, ensuring you obtain the correct documents from approved providers.

Understanding your medical requirements

Why it matters

Every crew member working onboard a ship is required to hold a valid medical certificate. However, these requirements are not universal; each cruise line mandates a different medical standard, which can make the process complicated.

How we can help

As industry experts, we are here to help you navigate this complex area. We ensure you are directed to the correct assessment for your specific role and cruise line, preventing you from booking - and paying for - the wrong certification.

Our recommended Medical Centres

To ensure your documentation is accepted, we recommend working only with the following authorised centres:

The Tyburn Private Medical Practice

2nd floor, 127 Harley Street, London, W1G 6AZ

As an approved cruise line medical facility, they provide comprehensive pre-employment medical examinations that meet the specific standards required by all leading cruise lines.

Located in London’s prestigious Harley Street medical district, the clinic is easily accessible from all major train and Tube stations, as well as the US Embassy.

The standard cost for the medical examination is £425, which includes the consultation, blood work, urine analysis, hearing tests, and a chest X-ray.

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Understanding the STCW Certification

What is the STCW?

The STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) certificate is a mandatory safety requirement for anyone pursuing a career on ocean-going ships or yachts; it is not typically required for riverboat crew.

The full certification comprises seven distinct modules:

Personal Survival Techniques
Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
Elementary First Aid
Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
Proficiency in Security Awareness
Crowd Management
Crisis Management

Please note that specific requirements vary; some cruise lines require all modules, others only select ones, and some may even provide training onboard after embarkation.

Maritime E-Learning with SQLearn

We partner with SQLearn to provide a modern, flexible approach to maritime safety training. As pioneers in using e-learning for maritime education, SQLearn utilises interactive and reflective techniques to ensure effective learning.

Why choose SQLearn?

SQLearn offers flag-approved STCW cruise ship courses with certificates accepted by the MCA, Malta, and Panama, as well as all flags that recognise IMO white-list approved training.

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Pricing & Exclusive Benefits

Individual Units: Costs range from 60€ to 199€

Full Refresher Courses: Prices start from 499€

Exclusive Discount: As a candidate with Jobs on a Ship, you are eligible for up to a 12% discount. Please contact our team directly for further information and to secure your savings.

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