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Northeast Maritime Institute has been the maritime training institution of choice for professional mariners since 1981. Northeast Maritime Institute is a school that has lives by its creed – “Honor the Mariner!” NMI was the pioneer in creating courses “in lieu of examination” since 1995 in the United States, provided the first STCW related course in the United States and continues to develop courses to meet mariners needs based upon schedule and convenience.

Our Continuing Education School for Professional and STCW Training has delivered over 65,000 training programs and continues to develop cutting edge strategies for cost effective, efficient and compliant training strategies. Our new and comprehensive online maritime learning management system, NEMO, combined with our own online simulators, Halo have been developed to reach mariner training needs at a fraction of the cost while ensuring that they can take courses in the comfort of home, at work or anywhere with there is Wi-Fi.

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*NMI does not provide formal advice regarding license eligibility and cannot guarantee an individual’s eligibility for any specific license or credential. NMI accepts no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or validity of general information provided. Information is provided purely as a courtesy, convenience and without cost. Individuals seeking confirmation of eligibility for any specific USCG license or credential must contact the USCG directly for an evaluation.

NOREMI-0001 Able Seaman Able Seaman is an 80-hour course designed to provide the necessary background and knowledge of subjects concerning the requirements and duties of an Able Seaman. Topics include: Seamanship, Firefighting, Safety, Ship construction, pollution, watchstanding and cargo handling. *Additional courses needed to receive credentials: Lifeboatman (required if seeking AB Special and above), Basic Safety Training, Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch (RFPNW). USCG Approval: Any applicant who has successfully completed the Able Seaman (NOREMI-1) course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of completion of training, will satisfy the written examination requirements of 46 CFR 12.405(a) for the Deck General and Navigation General, deck Safety and Rules of the Road; and the practical Marlinspike demonstration requirements of 46 CFR 12.405(c); and the written survival craft examination requirements of 46 CFR 12.409 for any endorsement as Able Seaman restricted to vessels without lifeboats. Clock hours: 80 hours Price: $950.00

NOREMI-033-Apprentice Mate (Steersman) Upgrade Apprentice Mate Steersman is designed to provide the student with the basic information required to take the Apprentice Mate (Steersman) examination and to promote safety at sea. Topics include: Towing vessel types, tow gear, towing bridles, inland towing, operational safety, barge types, and handling techniques. Prerequisite: Master 200-ton license or satisfied exam requirements for Master of less than 20 GT within the previous 12 months. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Apprentice Mate (Steersman) Upgrade (NOREMI-33) course, and presenting your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy the examination requirements of 46 CFR 11.466(a) for original issuance, or 46 CFR 10.227(e)(2) for renewal of an endorsement as Apprentice Mate (Steersman) of Towing Vessels (Near Coastal or Inland); provided, applicant is endorsed as Master of less than 200 GRT; OR, have satisfied the examination requirements for Master of less than 200 GT within the previous 12 months Clock hours: 16 hours Price: $500.00

NOREMI-0034-Apprentice Mate Western Rivers The Apprentice Mate Western Rivers course deals with the Safe Navigation of Vessels engaged in Towing on the Western Rivers, the practical application of Navigation on the Western Rivers. This is accomplished using conventional teaching and training methods, participate training techniques (such as task solving, both individually and in groups), exercises as well as the most common forms of teaching, e.g. lectures, audio-visual presentation, simulation. Practical applications and interactive computer reinforcement. Topics include: Navigation, charts and maps, river hydrology, bridge and locks, electronic charting, VTS Systems, and Aid to Navigation. USCG Approval: Any applicant who has successfullycompleted your Apprentice Mate (Steersman) Western Rivers Navigation (NOREMI -34) course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy the Navigation General Examination requirements to add a Western Rivers route to a license as Apprentice Mate (Steersman) Inland or Near Coastal. Clock hours: 8 hours Price: $250.00

NOREMI-0037-Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) is a four day course which provides training in the basic theory and use of automatic radar plotting aids for those who will be in charge of a navigational watch in vessels equipped with ARPA, and it covers the minimum training requirements recommended in Annex 2 of IMO Assembly resolution A.482 (XII), 46 CFR Part 10. The course combines lecture with extensive hands-on practice using a TRANSAS Navi-Sailor 4000 Shiphandling/Radar/ARPA/ECDIS simulator. Topics include: ARPA Theory, RADAR and ARPA Integration, Vessel Tracking Techniques, ARPA Limitations and Errors and simulation exercises. Prerequisite: Radar Observer Unlimited USCG Approval: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) (NOREMI37) course will satisfy the ARPA training requirements of the following: 46 CFR 11.305(a)(3)(vi); 46 CFR 11.307(a)(3)(vi); 46 CFR 11.309(a)(4)(xiv); 46 CFR 11.311(a)(3)(viii); 46 CFR 11.313(a)(3)(viii); 46 CFR 11.315(a)(3)(v); 46 CFR 11.317(a)(3)(vii); 46 CFR 11.319(a)(4)(viii); and 46 CFR 11.321(a)(3)(vii). AND has met the desired standard of competence for tasks 3.6 of NVIC 12-14 (Ch-2). Applicants are not required to present completed record of assessment sheets when applying for the STCWendorsement

NOREMI-042 Assistance Towing This course will prepare an applicant for an assistance towing endorsement. The student is required to pass a written examination demonstrating his or her knowledge of assistance towing safety, equipment, and procedures. An assistance towing endorsement on a license as master, mate, or operator authorizes the holder to engage in assistance towing on any vessel within the scope of the license. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Assistance Towing (NOREMI-42) course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy the examination requirements of 46 CFR 11.482(b) for an Assistance Towing endorsement to be added to any deck credential for service upon vessels of less than 200 gross tons. Clock hours: 4 hours Price: $275.00

NOREMI-045AuxiliarySail Auxiliary Sail deals with the Safe Navigation of Sail Vessels, the practical application of sailing techniques in collision avoidance, docking anchoring, and sailing under power. This is accomplished using conventional teaching and training methods, participated training techniques (such as task solving, both individually and in groups), exercises as well as the most common forms of teaching, e.g. lectures, audio-visual presentation, simulation. Practical applications and interactive computer reinforcement. USCG Approval: Auxiliary Sail Any applicant who has successfully completed your Auxiliary Sail (NOREMI-45) course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy the professional examination requirements of 46 CFR 11.401(d) for an Auxiliary Sail endorsement to be added to any national endorsement as Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV), or Mate or Master of less than 200 GRT. Clock hours: 4 hours Price: $275.00

NOREMI-125 Combined Basic and Advanced Firefighting Basic and Advanced Firefighting is STCW 95 approved course designed around three days of theory in the classroom and two days of practical field training. During the first three days of theoretical lectures, you will gain knowledge of all elements of shipboard firefighting. Two days of fieldwork will put student theoretical knowledge to use fighting actual fires. A trainee successfully completing this course will, in the event of a fire on board ship, be enabled to take command, organize the personnel effectively and control the firefighting operations, using those techniques in which he has been trained as well as be able to take part in firefighting operations if not an officer on board the vessel. The trainee will have knowledge on the theory and science of fire and will be knowledgeable in all methods of firefighting and firefighting equipment. They will also have acquired knowledge of fire prevention and an ability to inspect and maintain the fire- extinguishing systems and equipment. USCG Approval: Any applicant who has successfully Section A-VI/1 and Table AVI/1- 2 of the STCW Code and 46 CFR 11.202(b)(2); AND b) Advanced Fire Fighting training requirements of Section A-VI/3 and Table A-VI/3 of the STCW Code; AND c) Basic and Advanced Fire Fighting training requirements of 46 CFR 11.205(d) and 11.401(g)(1) for an officer endorsement; AND d) Fire Fighting training requirements of 46 CFR 13.207, 13.307(a), 13.407 or 13.507 for any Tankerman endorsement, completed your Combined Basic and Advanced Fire Fighting (NOREMI-125) course will satisfy the: a) Basic Safety Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting training requirements of Clock hours: 40 hours Price: $1375.00

NOREMI-053 Basic Firefighting Basic Fire Fighting is a 16 hour course where the trainee who successfully completes this class will be enabled to react in a correct manner in the event of an outbreak of fire, to take appropriate measures for the safety of personnel and of the ship, and to use the fire appliances correctly. The student will also be able to state and demonstrate that he/she has acquired knowledge and skills which, in some instances, will enable them to identify and correct defects and thus prevent fire from occurring. One day is devoted to theory in classroom lecture, where the following day is field work. The one day of field work will present theoretical knowledge to use fighting actual fires. On Friday during the Basic Firefighting, students will be attending the CT Fire Academy. Students are responsible for their own transportation. USCG Approval: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Basic Fire Fighting (NOREMI-53) coursewill satisfy: 1. Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting per STCW Code Section A-VI/1; 2. 2. Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting per 46 CFR 11.302(a)(2) and 46 CFR 12.602(a)(2); 3. 3. Basic Fire Fighting per 46 CFR 11.201(h)(2) [Basic only] and 46 CFR 11.201(h)(3); and4. The firefighting requirements for a national Tankerman endorsement in 46 CFR 13.201(c)(3), 13.301(c)(3);13.401(d) and 13.501(c)(3) Clock hours: 16 hours Price: $605.00

NOREMI-STCW Basic Safety training STCW Basic Safety Training consists of four important component courses for any mariner. Topics include: First Aid/CPR, Personal Safety and Social Responsibility, Personal Survival Techniques and Basic Firefighting *Students must have the ability to swim USCG Approvals: • First Aid & CPR-Any applicant who successfully completes your First Aid & CPR (NOREMI-197) course will satisfy the following requirements: Elementary First Aid per STCW Code Table A-VI/1-3; Elementary First Aid per 46 CFR 11.302(a)(3) and 46 CFR 12.602(a)(3); and The first aid and CPR training requirements of 46 CFR 11.201(i) (1). • Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (PSSR)- Any applicant who has successfully completed your Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (NOREMI-359) course will satisfy the Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities training competency requirements of Section A-VI/1 and Table AVI/1-1 of the STCW Code, as amended 2010, and 46 CFR 11.302(a)(4) and 12.602(a)(4). • Personal Survival Techniques (PST)-Any applicant who successfully completes your Personal Survival Techniques (NOREMI-363) course will satisfy the Personal Survival Techniques training and competency

requirements of STCW Code, as amended 2010, Section A-VI/1 and 46 CFR 11.302(a)(1) and 46 CFR 12.602(a)(1) AND has met the desired standard of competence for tasks 1.1.A through 1.14.N of NVIC 08- 14. Applicants are not required to present completed record of assessment sheets when applying for the STCW endorsement. • Basic Firefighting-Any applicant who has successfully completed your Basic Fire Fighting (NOREMI-53) course will satisfy: 1. Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting per STCW Code Section A-VI/1; 2. Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting per 46 CFR 11.302(a) (2) and 46 CFR 12.602(a)(2); 3. Basic Fire Fighting per 46 CFR 11.201(h)(2) [Basic only] and 46 CFR 11.201(h)(3); and 4. The firefighting requirements for a national Tankerman endorsement in46 CFR 13.201(c)(3), 13.301(c)(3); 13.401(d) and 13.501(c)(3) Clock hours: 40 hours Price: $1275.00

NOREMI-068 STCW Basic Safety Training Refresher STCW Basic Safety Training consists of four important component courses for any mariner. Topics include: First Aid/CPR, Personal Safety and Social Responsibility, Personal Survival Techniques and Basic Firefighting. Under the terminology of the STCW Convention, Basic Safety Training is made up of the above four courses. Any applicant who has successfully completed the 24-hour Basic Safety Training Refresher course will be considered to have demonstrated continued proficiency in Basic Safety Training if they have been previously issued an STCW 95 certificate. *Student must have ability to swim *Students will attend the Connecticut Fire Academy on the last day of training Prerequisites: Basic Training, First Aid/CPR, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities, Personal Survival Techniques, Basic Firefighting USCG Approval: Any applicant who has successfully completed the Basic Training Refresher (NOREMI-68) course will satisfy the continued competency requirements for STCW Basic Training in STCW, as amended 2010, Basic Training in Section A-VI/1, 46 CFR 11.302(e) and 46 CFR 12.602(e), AND, all of the tasks from the National Assessment Guidelines found in NVIC 08-14. Clock hours: 24hours Price: $725.00

NOREMI-075 Bridge Resource Management Bridge Resource Management is a USCG and STCW 95 approved course which deals with the techniques of safe navigation and the responsibilities of a Master. This is accomplished using conventional teaching and training methods, participate training techniques (such as task solving, both individually and in groups), as well as the most common forms of teaching, e.g. lectures, audio-visual presentation, simulation. Participants successfully completing the training course for Bridge Resource Management should be capable of undertaking all the responsibilities expected of a Master within their field of expertise. Topics include: Voyage Planning, bridge procedures, Bridge emergencies, leadership, watch standing and pilot integration. Prerequisites: Radar Observer Unlimited, MMC License of at least 200 GT USCG Approval: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Bridge Resource Management (NOREMI-75) course will satisfy the Bridge Resource Management requirements of 46 CFR 11.202(e); AND, Table A-II/1 of the STCW Code, as amended. Clock hours: 24 hours Price: $875.00

NOREMI-530 Master100Tons Master 100 Ton is the combination of 2 courses Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) and the Upgrade OUPV to Master 100 Ton and upon completion of these classes you will receive 2 certificates. Topics include: License structure, watch standing, first aid, ship handling, pollution, rules of the road, emergency procedures, navigation, firefighting and maritime law. Requirements for licensing: First Aid/CPR, FCC Exam, Physical Exam/Drug Test/TWIC Card USCG Approval: Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) Any applicant who has successfully completed your Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) (NOREMI-340) course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy the examination requirements of 46 CFR 11.201(j)(1) for original issuance, 46 CFR 10.227(e)(1)(iii) for renewal, and 46 CFR 10.227(i)(1) for reissuance of a 47

merchant mariner endorsement as Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) Upon Near Coastal, or Great Lakes and Inland, or Inland Waters. The course completion certificate issued upon successful completion of this course is valid for one application which results in the issuance of an endorsement(s) and may not be used for future application transactions. Upgrade OUPV to Master 100 ton: Any Applicant who has successfully completed Northeast Maritime Institute Upgrade OUPV to Master 100Ton course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy all examination requirements of for Upgrade of a merchant mariner from OUPV Near Coastal, or Great Lakes and Inland, or Inland Waters to Master of Vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons Upon Near Coastal, or Great Lakes & Inland, or Inland waters; OR increase the scope of a credential of Master of Vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons upon Great Lakes & Inland or Inland Waters to Master of Vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons upon Near Coastal waters. The course completion certificate issued upon successful completion of this course is valid for one application which results in the issuance of an endorsement(s) and may not be used thereafter for application transactions. Clock hours: 104 hours Price: $1925.00

NOREMI-526 Master 200 Tons Master 200 Ton is the combination of 3 courses Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) and the Upgrade OUPV to Master 100 Ton and Upgrade Master 100 Ton to Master 200 Ton upon completion of these classes you will receive 3 certificates. Topics include: License structure, watchstanding, first aid navigation Ship handling, pollution, rules of the road, emergency procedures, navigation, firefighting and maritime law. Requirements for licensing: First Aid/CPR, FCC Exam, Physical Exam/Drug Test/TWIC Card USCG Approvals: Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) Any applicant who has successfully completed your Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) (NOREMI-340) course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy the examination requirements of 46 CFR 11.201(j)(1) for original issuance, 46 CFR 10.227(e)(1)(iii) for renewal, and 46 CFR 10.227(i)(1) for reissuance of a merchant mariner endorsement as Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) Upon Near Coastal, or Great Lakes and Inland, or Inland Waters. The course completion certificate issued upon successful completion of this course is valid for one application which results in the issuance of an endorsement(s) and may not be used for future application transactions. Upgrade OUPV to Master 100 ton: Any Applicant who has successfully completed Northeast Maritime Institute Upgrade OUPV to Master 100 Ton course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy all examination requirements of for Upgrade of a merchant mariner from OUPV Near Coastal, or Great Lakes and Inland, or Inland Waters to Master of Vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons Upon Near Coastal, or Great Lakes & Inland, or Inland waters; OR increase the scope of a credential of Master of Vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons upon Great Lakes & Inland , or Inland Waters to M aster of Vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons upon Near Coastal waters. The course completion certificate issued upon successful completion of this course is valid for one application which results in the issuance of an endorsement(s) and may not be used thereafter for application transactions. Upgrade Master 100 ton to Master 200 ton. Any applicant who has successfully completed your Upgrade Master 100 Tons to Master 200 Tons (Near Coastal) (NOREMI-526) course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy the examination requirements for upgrade of a merchant mariner endorsement from Master not more than 100 GRT (or self-propelled vessels of less than 100 GRT) Upon Near Coastal, or Great Lakes & Inland, or Inland Waters to Master or Mate of self-propelled vessels ofless than 200 GT Upon Near Coastal, or Great Lakes & Inland, or Inland Waters. Clock hours: 160 hours Price: $3850.00

NOREMI-103 Celestial Navigation This advanced course covers the required theory, assessments and examinations required to increase your U.S. deck license from Near Coastal to Oceans or the Celestial Navigation training requirements for OICNW. Topics include: Celestial Theory, Star Identification, Sight Reductions, Sailings, ETA, Running Fix, Solar Observations and use of the Nautical Almanac. Students will be provided with an online study package to review Navigation General Topics outside of Celestial and Oceans Navigation in preparation for the final examination. Prerequisites: Coastal Navigation Experience or Coastal/Terrestrial Navigation Training USCG Approvals: Any applicant successfully completing your Celestial Navigation (NOREMI-107) course will satisfy: 1. the Oceans Navigation professional examination requirements of 46 CFR 11.201(j) to increase the scope of 48

an endorsement as Master or Mate of self-propelled vessels of less than 500 / 1600 GRT from Near Coastal to Oceans; AND 2. the Navigation General professional examination requirements of 46 CFR 11.201(j) to increase the scope of an endorsement as Master or Mate of self-propelled vessels of less than 500 / 1600 GRT from Near Coastal to Oceans; AND 3. the Celestial Navigation training requirements of 46 CFR 11.309(a)(4) for STCW endorsements as OICNW on vessels of 500 GT or more. Clock hours: 80 hours Price: $2750.00

NOREMI-138 Crisis Management and Human Behavior This course meets the mandatory minimum requirements for the training for masters, chief mates and persons assigned immediate responsibility for embarking and disembarking passengers, loading, discharging or securing cargo or closing hull openings, and any other person having a responsibility for the safety of passengers in emergency situations. Topics include: Vehicle and Passenger Movement, Cargo Safety and Hull Integrity, Emergency Procedures and Communications. ***Must meet Shipboard Practical Exercise/Assessment Attestation USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Crisis Management & Human Behavior (NOREMI-138) course will satisfy the Crisis Management & Human Behavior training requirements of 46 CFR 11.1105(a)(1)(iii); AND, Table A-V/2 and Paragraph 3 of Section A-V/2; AND, the Passenger Safety, Cargo Safety and Hull Integrity training requirements of Paragraph 4 of Section A-V/2 of the STCW Code, As Amended 2010. Clock hours: 12 hours Price: $400.00

NOREMI-142 Crowd Management This course meets the mandatory minimum requirements for the training of masters, officers, ratings and other personnel on roll-on-roll-off passenger ships and on passenger ships other than roll-on-roll-off passenger ships. Topics include: Crowd Control in Emergency Situations, Communication; Emergency Procedures and Safety Equipment. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Crowd Management (NOREMI-142) course will satisfy the Crowd Management training requirements of Paragraph 1 of Section A-V/2; the Safety Training requirements of Paragraph 2 of Section A-V/2 of the STCW Code, As Amended 2010. Clock hours: 8 hours Price: $275.00

NOREMI-179 Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) This course covers the required theory, practical assessments and examination for an ECDIS endorsement to a deck license, required when working on vessels fitted with ECDIS. The course includes extensive time in our TRANSAS simulators completing practical exercises and assessments. The course meets both U.S. and STCW training requirements. Pre-Requisites: RADAR USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Electronic Chart Display Information System (ECDIS) (NOREMI-179) course will satisfy: The ECDIS training requirements within 46 CFR 11.305; 46 CFR 11.307; 46 CFR11.309; 46 CFR 11.311; 46 CFR 11.313; 46 CFR 11.315; 46 CFR 11.317; 46 CFR 11.319; and 46 CFR 11.321; AND The specific tasks from the National Assessment Guidelines found in NVIC 10-14 (Ch-1) and 11-14 (Ch-1) (Tasks 6.1- 6.7), NVIC 12-14 (Ch-2) (Tasks 1.4.C, 1.4.D, 1.5.A, 4.1 and 4.2) and NVIC 13-14 (Task 1.7.A) Clock hours: 35 hours Price: $975.00

NOREMI-197 First Aid & CPR This course provides training in Elementary First Aid and CPR techniques. A trainee successfully completing this course will have knowledge and practical training in elementary first aid and CPR meeting both USCG and STCW requirements. Students will develop confidence in their ability to respond and perform skills in an actual emergency. Recommended/Co-requisite Courses: Basic Safety Training, Basic Safety Blended USCG Approvals: Any applicant who successfully completes your First Aid & CPR (NOREMI-197) course will satisfy the following requirements: Elementary First Aid per STCW Code Table A-VI/1-3; Elementary First Aid per 46 CFR 11.302(a)(3) and 46 CFR 12.602(a)(3); and The first aid and CPR training requirements of 46 CFR 11.201(i) (1). Clock hours: 8 hours Price: $175.00

NOREMI-236 Launch Operator This course includes the required theory and examination requirements for approved training applying towards a U.S. license application as a Launch Tender (Limited Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels or Master of SelfPropelled Vessels Engaged in Launch Tender Service Upon Inland Waters). Topics include: Deck General, Navigation, Navigation Rules, Safety and Pollution. Co-Requisites / Recommended Courses: FirstAid/CPR USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed their Launch Operator (NOREMI-236) course and presents their Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy the safe boating course requirements of 46 CFR 11. 467(f)(2); AND the examination requirements of 46 CFR 11.467(f)(3) or 11.467(g)(2) for original issuance, renewal, or reissuance of a license as Limited Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels or Master of Self Propelled Vessels Engaged in Launch Tender Service Upon Inland Waters (Not More Than 1/2 Nautical Mile From Shore) based on the routes approved by USCG Sector Boston and USCG Sector Southeastern New England. Clock hours: 16 hours Price: $499.00

NOREMI-751 Leadership and Managerial Skills This five-day course covers the theory, assessments and examination for the required training for Leadership and Managerial Skills per both USCG and STCW standards applicable to management level positions onboard vessels. Topics Include: Communication, Teamworking, Resource Management, Crew Management and Leadership. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Leadership and Managerial Skills (NOREMI751) course will satisfy: The Leadership and Teamworking Skills within 46 CFR 11.309; 46 CFR 11.319; 46CFR 11.321; AND, the equivalent of the specific tasks from the National Assessment Guidelines found in NVIC 12- 14 (Tasks 18.1.A-18.5.A), for an endorsement as Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch; The Leadership and Teamworking Skills within 46 CFR 11.329; AND, the equivalent of the specific tasks from the National Assessment Guidelines found in NVIC 17-14 (Tasks 16.1.A-16.4.A), for an endorsement as Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch; The Leadership and Managerial Skills within 46 CFR 11.305; 46 CFR 11.307; 46 CFR 11.311; 46 CFR 11.313; 46 CFR 11.315; 46 CFR 11.317; 46 CFR 11.325; 46 CFR 11.327; 46 CFR 11.331; 46 CFR 11.333; AND, the equivalent of the specific tasks found in NVIC 10-14 (Tasks 18.1.A-18.2.A), NVIC 11-14 (Tasks 18.1.A-18.3.A); NVIC 15-14 (Tasks 7.1.D, 11.1.A, 14.1.A); and NVIC 16-14 (Task 14.1.A). Course hours: 40 hours Price: $975.00

NOREMI-768 Leadership and Teamworking Skills The Leadership and Teamworking Skills course is an 8-hour course that covers those areas of leadership techniques and skills pertinent to operational or entry-level professional mariners. Topics Include: Communication, Teamworking, Resource Management, Crew Management and Leadership. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Leadership and Teamworking Skills (NOREMI768) course will satisfy: The Leadership and Teamworking Skills within 46 CFR 11.309; 46 CFR 11.319; 46 CFR 11.321; AND, the equivalent of specific tasks from the National Assessment Guidelines found in NVIC 12-14 (Tasks 18.1.A-18.5.A), for an endorsement as Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch; The Leadership and Teamworking Skills within 46 CFR 11.329; AND, the equivalent of specific tasks from the National Assessment Guidelines found in NVIC 17-14 (Tasks 16.1.A-16.4.A), for an endorsement as Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch. Clock hours: 8 hours Price: $325.00 50

NOREMI-310 Medical Care Provider This course includes the theory, practical assessments and exams required for Medical Care Provider, meeting the requirements of STCW Table A-VI/4-1 and USCG licensing requirements. Topics Include: Immediate Action, Body Structure and Function, Medications, Toxicological Hazards, Burns, Cardiac Arrest, Spinal Injuries, and Care of Rescued Persons. Prerequisites: First Aid/CPR Recommended Courses: Medical Care Provider PIC – needs to be taken within 6 months for management level officers. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Medical Care Provider (NOREMI-310) course will satisfy the following: STCW Code Table A-VI/4-1; and the competency requirements of 46 CFR 12.619(a)(2); and the Medical First-Aid Provider training requirements of 46 CFR 11.309(a)(4)(i); 46 CFR 11.317(a)(3)(i); 46 CFR 11.319(a)(4)(i); 46 CFR 11.329(a)(4)(i); 46 CFR 11.335(a)(3)(i); and 46 CFR 12.619(a)(1); and the specific task from NVIC 12-14 (Ch-1) (Task 16.1). Clock hours: 24 hours Price: $950.00

NOREMI-307 Medical Care PIC This course includes the theory, practical assessments and examination required for Medical Care Person in Charge. The course meets the requirements of STCW 95 CH VI, Sect A-VI/4-2 Table A-VI/4-2. Topics Include: Nursing Care, Diseases, Dental Injuries, Childbirth, Disease Prevention, Would Closure and Care, IV and Injections. Prerequisites: First Aid/CPR, Medical Care Provider USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Medical Care Person in Charge (NOREMI-307) course will satisfy: The Medical Care Person In Charge requirements of 46 CFR 12.621(a)(1 & 2); AND The approved training for Management of Medical Care requirement of 11.305(a)(3)(ix); 11.307(a)(3)(ix); 11.311(a)(3)(vi); 11.313(a)(3)(vi); 11.315(a)(3)(ii);Provided they have completed a Coast Guard approved Medical Care Provider course within 6 months of starting this course. Clock hours: 48 hours Price: $1950.00

NOREMI-340 Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) This course is approved in lieu of examination for a U.S. license application for Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels. Topics include: Shiphandling, Coastal Navigation, Emergency Procedures, Navigation Rules, Pollution and Watchstanding. If you are looking to obtain your Master8 100 gross ton license and don’t currently hold a license, start with this OUPV course and also register for the Upgrade OUPV to Master 100 ton course, which is scheduled immediately following the OUPV course. Co-requisites / Other Recommended Courses: First Aid/CPR, FCC Exam, Upgrade OUPV to Master 100 Ton, Upgrade Master 100 to Master 200 Ton. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) (NOREMI-340) course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy the examination requirements of 46 CFR 11.201(j)(1) for original issuance, 46 CFR 10.227(e)(1)(iii) for renewal, and 46 CFR 10.227(i)(1) for reissuance of a merchant mariner endorsement as Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) Upon Near Coastal, or Great Lakes and Inland, or Inland Waters. The course completion certificate issued upon successful completion of this course is valid for one application which results in the issuance of an endorsement(s) and may not be used for future application transactions. Licensing Requirements: TWIC Card, Physical Exam & Drug Test, Coast Guard Evaluation and Licensing Fees Clock hours: 80 hours Price: $1350.00

NOREMI-359 Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (PSSR) This course covers the required content for Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities per the STCW Code and U.S. NVIC 08- 14 under Basic Training requirements. Topics Include: Communication, Shipboard Safety, Fatigue and Stress, Drug and Alcohol Safety and Harassment. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who successfully completes your Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (NOREMI359) course will satisfy: The Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities competency and training requirements of Section A-VI/1 and Table A-VI/1-4 of the STCW Code, as amended 2010, and 46 CFR 11.302(a)(4) and 12.602(a)(4); AND, The assessment tasks as guided by the applicable section within the Basic Training NVIC 08-14. Clock hours: 4 hours Price: $175.00

NOREMI-363 Personal Survival Techniques (PST) This 12-hour course covers the required content for Personal Survival Techniques per the STCW Code and U.S. NVIC 08-14 under Basic Training requirements. Topics Include: Emergency Procedures, Abandoning Ship, Survival Equipment, Liferafts and Communications and practical exercises in the pool. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who successfully completes your Personal Survival Techniques (NOREMI-363) course will satisfy: The Personal Survival Techniques training and competency requirements of STCW Code, as amended 2010, Section A-VI/1 and Table A-VI/1-1, and 46 CFR 11.302(a)(1) and 46 CFR 12.602(a)(1); AND, The desired standard of competence for tasks 1.1.A through 1.14.N of NVIC 08-14. Clock hours: 12 hours Price: $425.00

NOREMI-372 Proficiency in Survival Craft (Lifeboatman) This Proficiency in Survival Craft (Lifeboatman) Course provides the necessary theory, exam and practical demonstrations required for an endorsement as a Lifeboatman. The class is offered in lieu of the Coast Guard exam and incorporates training on our full-size lifeboat and davits. Scheduled exam/assessment sessions generally require a full day for completion. Topics include: Liferafts, Lifeboats, Davits, Safety Procedures and Survival. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Proficiency in Survival Craft (NOREMI-372) course will satisfy the competency requirements of Table A-VI/2-1 of the STCW, as amended 2010, for Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Other Than Fast Rescue Boats (PSC) and will satisfy the professional examination and practical demonstration requirements of 46 CFR 12.407(b)(3) for endorsements for Lifeboatman and PSC. Clock hours: 40 hours Price: $1250.00

NOREMI-387 QMED-Oiler This 120-hour course of instruction is designed to provide entry level engine department personnel with the ability to upgrade to a U.S. QMED – Oiler endorsement. The course is approved in lieu of examination by the United States Coast Guard. Topics include: Diesel Engines, Safety, Hand Tools, Electricity, Bearings, Boilers and Lubrication. Prerequisites: A minimum of 180 days of service as a wiper or equivalent to qualify for any QMED training. Co-requisites / Suggested Training: Basic Safety Training USCG Approvals: Any applicant successfully completing your QMED-Oiler (NOREMI-387) course and presenting your certificate of training within one year of the completion of training will satisfy the examination requirements of 46 CFR 12.501(c)(5) for a national rating endorsement as QMED-Oiler. Clock hours: 120 hours Price: $3835.00

NOREMI-399 Radar Observer (Unlimited) This 40-hour course covers the theory, practical demonstrations and exams required for a Radar endorsement on your deck license. The course combines classroom lectures with practical exercises and learning on our TRANSAS Radar/ARPA/ECDIS simulators. Topics include: Radar Theory, Operational Use, Vessel Target Plotting, COLREGs integrations, Adjustments, Collision Avoidance Tracking and Bridge Equipment. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Radar Observer (Unlimited) (NOREMI-399) course will satisfy: The radar observer training requirement of 46 CFR 11.480(d) for an endorsement as Radar Observer (Unlimited).The radar observer training requirements of 46 CFR 11.309(a)(4)(ii), 11.317(a)(3)(vi), 11.319(a)(4)(ii), 11.321(a)(3)(vi). The radar standards of competence required by 46 CFR 11.309(a)(3), 11.317(a)(2), 11.319(a)(3), 11.321(a)(2); Section A-II/1 and A-II/3 and Table A-II/1 and A-II/3 of the STCW Code, as amended 2010, meeting the National Assessment Guidelines from NVICs 2-18 and 12-14 (Ch-2) Tasks 1.4.A,1.4.B, 3.1, 3.2A, 3.2.B, 3.3.A, and 3.4; and NVIC 13-14 (Ch-1) Tasks 1.8.A and 1.8.B. Clock hours: 40 hours Price: $1250.00

NOREMI-402 Radar Observer Recertification This course covers the theory, practical demonstrations and examinations required for the renewal of your Radar Endorsement. *The U.S. Coast Guard revised its regulations for Radar Observer Refresher Training effective July 22, 2019. Mariners who are upgrading their license may be required to complete the training. We recommend requesting clarification from a U.S. Coast Guard evaluator to be sure of your requirements. USCG Approvals: Any applicant who successfully completes your Radar Observer Recertification (NOREMI-402) course will satisfy the training requirements of 46 CFR 11.480(f) for maintaining the validity of an endorsement as Radar Observer. Clock hours: 8 hours Price: $225.00

NOREMI-497 Tank Barge Dangerous Liquids Simulation This is a simulation course once complete you get 2 loads and 2 discharges with 1 commencement and 1 completion. This course cover the following segments of the transfer operations: pre-transfer inspection and conference, declaration of inspection, line up piping systems for cargo and vapor transfer, connect and disconnect cargo hoses and loading arms, loading operations, ballasting and de-ballasting, discharging and tan gauging. Prerequisite: Basic Firefighting USCG Approval: Any applicant who successfully completes your Tank Barge Dangerous Liquids Simulation Course (NOREMI-497) and applies for endorsement within five years of completion Satisfies the course requirements of 46 CFR 13.301(c)(4) for original issuance OR 13.120(c)(2) for renewal of Tankerman-PIC (Barge) (DL): AND Satisfies the cargo course requirements of 46 CFR 13.401(e)(1) for original issuance OR 13.120(b)(2) for renewal of TankermanAssistant (DL) AND ⦁Meets the standards of competence, required by 46 CFR 13.609(a)(2), of Section A-V/1, Table A-V/1-1-1 of the STCW Code for Basic Oil AND Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations; AND Provided the applicant also supplies a statement signed by the Master, or Chief Mate of an Oil AND/OR Chemical Tanker, appropriate to the endorsement sought, that the mariner has demonstrated to the satisfaction of the signer that he or she is fully capable of supervising the transfer and operations of dangerous liquid cargo in accordance with the guidance found in Navigation Vessel Inspection Circular 22-14 (Encl. 1, paragraphs 4 or 5) Meets the Standards of competence, required by 46 CFR 13.603(b)(2) OR 13.605(b)(2), of Section A-V/1, table A-V/1-1-2 OR A-V/1-2-3 of the STCW Code for Advanced Oil AND/OR Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations limited to non-self-propelled vessels. This course will satisfy the following requirements per 46 CFR 13.121(b): 2 loadings, 2 discharges, 1 commencement of loading and 1 completion of loading, 1 commencement of discharge and one completion of discharge. Clock hours: 40 hours Price: $1250.00

NOREMI-505 Tank Ship Dangerous Liquids PIC This USCG and STCW 95 approved course provides training at the advanced level for experienced mariners who are working on board oil tank ships and are responsible for the loading, discharging, transit or handling of cargo. The course covers specialized training appropriate to their duties covering tanker safety and fire safety and pollution prevention. Topics include: Types of oil tankers terminology, hazards of cargo, cargo containment, operations, pollution and safety. Prerequisite: Basic Firefighting USCG Approval: Any applicant who successfully completes your Tankship Dangerous Liquids Course (NOREMI-501) and applies for endorsement within five years of completion and Satisfies the course requirements of 46 CFR 13.401(e)(1) for original issuance OR 13.120(b)(2) for renewal of Tankerman-Assistant (DL); AND Satisfies the course requirements of 46 CFR 13.501(c)(4) for original issuance OR 13.120(d)(2) for renewal of Tankerman-Engineer (DL); AND Meets the standards of competence, required by 46 CFR 13.609(a)(2), of Section A-V/1, Table A-V/1-1-1 of the STCW Code for Basic Oil AND Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations; AND Provided the applicant also supplies a statement signed by the Master, Chief Engineer or Chief Mate of an Oil AND/OR Chemical Tanker appropriate to the endorsement sought, that the mariner has demonstrated to the satisfaction of the signer that he or she is fully capable of supervising transfers of dangerous liquid cargo in accordance with the guidance found in Navigation Vessel Inspection Circular 22-14 (Encl. 1 paragraphs 4 or 5) Meets the Standards of competence, required by 46 CFR 13.603(a)(2), (b)(2) or (c)(2) AND/OR 13.605(a)(2), (b)(2) or (c)(2), of Section A-V/1 table A-V/1-1-2 AND/OR A-V/1-1- 3 of the STCW Code for Advanced Oil AND/OR Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations. Clock hours: 40 hours Price: $1650.00

NOREMI-542 Visual Communications (Flashing Light) The Flashing Light Course provides training and assessment of licensed deck officers required to demonstrate competence of ability to transmit and receive information by visual signaling (Flashing Light) via Morse Code in accordance with 46 CFR subpart B, part 10 and Table A-II/1 of the STCW Code. Those trainees successfully completing this course will be able to demonstrate requisite knowledge of Morse Code, ability to transmit and receive signals by Morse Light, use the International Code of Signals. USCG Approval: Any applicant who has successfully completed your Visual Communications (Flashing Light) (NOREMI-542) course will satisfy the Visual Signaling training requirements of 46 CFR 11.309(a)(4)(vi) and 11.319(a)(4)(vi), if the course completion certificate is presented within 5 years of the completion of training; AND will be considered to have successfully demonstrated the equivalent of Tasks 8.1 and 8.2 in NVIC 12-14 (Ch.1) for an STCW, as amended 2010 endorsement as Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch. Applicants who have successfully completed your course need not present a completed assessment sheet for these assessments in application for STCW certification. Clock hours: 8 hours Price: $325.00

ADDITIONAL MARITIME COURSES

Benzene Training Program This 4-hour training program provides Benzene Certification for anyone in the marine, trucking or affiliated industries with exposure to Benzene that is required to take an OSHA course for education and medical testing for Benzene work. Classroom training and mask fit testing are completed at NMI. Physical Exam, Blood, and Pulmonary Test are accomplished at our affiliated medical facility in Fairhaven. Topics include: Benzene History Chemical Properties, Marine Industry Compliance, Exposure Limits, Federal Regulations and Law. Price: $500.00

TOAR-Towing Officer’s Assessment Records Northeast Maritime Institute has access to a state-of-the-art full-bridge tug and barge simulator that specializes in towing vessels and a designated examiner that can help you with your advancement to Mate (Pilot) of Towing or Master of Towing. Since 1981, we have helped many mariners by providing a platform to complete both the maneuvering requirements as well as discussion-based assessments in the Towing Officer Assessment Record. We use a full-bridge tug and barge simulator in the presence of a USCG approved designated examiner to give candidates a chance to complete all assessments. Price: $1200.00

Z-Drive Basic The 16-hour (2 day) course introduces the student to Z Drive propulsion systems and the basic tug handling techniques which involve some classroom time however most of the time is spent in the tug simulator. Students will operate both azimuth Stern Drive and Tractor Z-Drive tugs. Z-drive propulsion theory and practical application, hand-eye coordination, docking/undocking, ship approach and ship work, stability and hawser work are just some of the subject areas covered in this course. *This course is limited to 2 students in order to maximize simulation time. *Class can be customized to meet company specific needs. Clock hours: 16 hours Price: $2000.00

Z-Drive Advanced This 24-hour (3 day) course is designed to challenge a Z-drive tug operator with advanced operating techniques. The student will build confidence and experience in advanced techniques prior to the real-world application. Topics include propeller control, maneuvering capabilities, ship handling direct and indirect force application, advanced barge handling, adverse weather conditions, ship escort techniques, ship handling docking/undocking, propulsion failure and emergency maneuvering due to equipment failure. Pre-requisite: Basic Z-Drive *This course is limited to 2 students in order to maximize simulation application. *This course can be custom designed to meet company specific needs. Clock hours: 24 hours Price: $3,500.00

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