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Northeast Maritime Institute

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROGRAMS

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Continuing Education (Professional Development & Community Services) Division of Professional Licensure


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About Northeast Maritime Institute Northeast Maritime Institute (NMI) is a private, co-educational institution that offers its students the opportunity to pursue a maritime career oriented education. Northeast Maritime Institute was founded in 1981 and prides itself on being one of the forerunners in private maritime training and education in the United States and around the globe. An organization that revolves around the needs of its students and customers, NMI is dedicated to ensuring that all students receive top quality maritime training and education as well as the highest dedication of service from our staff and administration. The Continuing Education Program was established to provide required maritime safety education, ship operation courses, United States Coast Guard (USCG) and Dominica Maritime Administration license and document courses

as well as programs that provide students with a certificate of training upon completion. NMI certificate programs offer a unique curriculum of classroom instruction and practical “hands on training” at sea as well as some of the best simulation training in the world. NMI strives to provide our students with the most up to date training necessary to obtain their USCG and/or Commonwealth of Dominica license or Merchant Marine document. NMI works with communities worldwide to develop awareness for safe and efficient maritime operations for both the recreational and commercial operator. The programs at Northeast Maritime Institute uphold the centuries old New Bedford tradition of providing skilled seafarers for work around the world.

Mission The mission of Northeast Maritime Institute is to equip our graduates with that combination of knowledge, critical thinking, problem solving, ethical decision making, and confidence which will enable them to safely and efficiently operate, maintain, and manage the ships of today and the maritime industry of tomorrow.

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A Message from the President As a former US Coast Guard reservist during high school and college, I was attracted to the sea for all it had to offer, especially the life-saving tradition that the Coast Guard tradition offered. While my formal education was helpful, it was the sea and the men and women that toiled on her that provided me with the best education that I have experienced to date. I began my merchant marine career as an ordinary seaman on the M/V Lake Charles, a 125,000 cubic meter LNG carrier. Life on the Lake Charles and numerous other merchant ships gave me the background necessary to obtain an Unlimited Mates License and a Limited Masters License and to learn the necessary life skills that were needed to run a number of maritime related businesses with global scope. As a result of my many experiences I have dedicated my life to giving back to the men and women of my community – the maritime community. Any young man or woman seeking advice from me about careers at sea gets the same speech that I was given: “Your fondest memories will revolve around your sea-going career.” I remember the vivid moments when I saw the luminescent porpoise swimming alongside the bow of our vessel leading us from the Straits of Gibraltar into the Atlantic Ocean during a moonlit evening, or seeing

the humpback whales breaching in the middle of the Indian Ocean. With the advent of STCW ’95, many predicted that smaller educational programs outside of higher educational models would fail. Well, that was almost two decades ago and Northeast Maritime Institute is now over 30 years old. We hope to continue to serve the maritime community with as much enthusiasm as we had when we started. I hope that your interest in a maritime career brings you through the doors of Northeast Maritime Institute as it has been the stopping point for over 12,000 mariners since 1981. We will and shall always consider it an honor to serve as the platform from which many a mariner began a career or augmented his or her career track by attending classes here. More importantly, we want to ensure that we abide by our own creed to “Honor the Mariner.” My best to all,

Eric R. Dawicki President Northeast Maritime Institute

“Your fondest memories will revolve around your sea-going career.”

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Dominica Maritime Administration Career Tracks Deck Ratings II/4 Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch Application Requirements

Training Requirements First Aid/ CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Personal Survival Techniques Basic Firefighting Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats* Proficiency in Survival Craft Able Seafarer Deck RFPNW Assessment *Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats required for seafarers equipped with Fast Rescue Boats.

6 months or pre-sea training and 2 month seatime Submit sea service letters or copies of discharge papers Age: 16 years Submit copy of Passport Sea Service: 6 months OR pre-sea training + 2 months sea-time Dominica Application and Physical Exam: Ensure application is complete and include copy(s) of any previously or currently held licenses or Certificates of Competency

II/5 Able Seafarer Deck Training Requirements First Aid and CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities Personal Survival Techniques Basic Firefighting Proficiency in Survival Craft Able Seafarer Deck RFPNW Assessment Security Awareness Training Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats* *Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats required for seafarers equipped with Fast Rescue Boats.

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Application Requirements Age: 18 years Submit copy of Passport Sea Service: 18 months while qualified as RFPNW OR 12 months with approved training and submission of sea service letters or copies of discharge papers Dominica Application and Physical Exam: Ensure Application is complete and include copy(s) of any previously or currently held licenses or Certificates of Competency

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Deck Ratings VI/1-4 Ordinary Seaman Training Requirements First Aid/ CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Personal Survival Techniques Basic FireďŹ ghting Security Awareness Training Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties

Application Requirements DMRI Application Requirements: Must be at least 16 Years Old Submit Copy of Passport with Application Complete Dominica Application & Medical Report Include all copies of held licenses or CertiďŹ cates of Competency

Fast Fact

Northeast Maritime Institute provides one on one attention from the time you walk in the door. From Career counseling, to small class sizes, to license submission, to resume guidance, and job search assistance, NMI has the students best interests at heart providing integriety and pride in everything we do.

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Deck Officers II/1 Officers in Charge of a Navigational Watch on Ships of 500 Gross Tonnage or more Training Requirements First Aid/ CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Personal Survival Techniques Basic and Advanced Firefighting Proficiency in Survival Craft Medical Care Provider Medical Care Provider PIC RADAR Observer Unlimited

Application Requirements Age: 18 years Submit copy of Passport Sea Service: 3 years sea-service OR 1 year sea service as part of approved training program Submit Sea Service Letters or copies of discharge papers

Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) Bridge Resource Management

1/3 of Sea time must be completed on ships of respective

Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS)

tonnage/propulsion power according to application

Maritime Security Awareness Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties Ship Security Officer OICNW > 500 GT Course

Dominica Application and Physical Exam: Ensure application is complete and include copy(s) of any previously or currently held licenses or Certificates of Competency

Celestial Navigation GMDSS Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats* *Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats required for seafarers equipped with Fast Rescue Boats.

Fast Fact

Northeast Maritime Institute international students have the ability of taking courses online through our NE Online website. All courses are approved by the Commonwealth of Dominica Maritime Administration. For more information visit www.northeastmaritime.stcw-certification.com.

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Deck Officers II/2.1 Master/ Chief Mate on ships 3000 gross tonnage or more, Near Coastal & Oceans Training Requirements First Aid/ CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Personal Survival Techniques Basic and Advanced Firefighting Proficiency in Survival Craft Medical Care Provider Medical Care Provider PIC RADAR Observer Unlimited Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) Bridge Resource Management Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS)

Application Requirements DMRI Application Requirements: Must be at least 21 Years Old Submit Copy of Passport with Application Complete Dominica Application & Medical Report Include all copies of held licenses or Certificates of Competency Seatime Requirements Master 36 Months as OICNW or 24 months as OICNW and 12 months service as Chief Mate. Chief Mate 12 months as OICNW

Maritime Security Awareness

Submit Sea Service Letters or copies of discharge

Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties

papers 1/3 of Sea time must be completed on ships of

Ship Security Officer Master / Mate 500 GT Course Celestial Navigation

respective tonnage/ propulsion power according the application.

GMDSS Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats* *Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats required for seafarers equipped with Fast Rescue Boats.

“No literature is richer than that of the sea. no story is more enthralling, no tradition is more secure."

- Felix Riesenberg

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Deck Officers II/2.3 Master/ Chief Mate on ships between 500 & 3000 gross tonnage, Near Coastal & Oceans Training Requirements First Aid/ CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Personal Survival Techniques Basic and Advanced Firefighting Proficiency in Survival Craft Medical Care Provider Medical Care Provider PIC RADAR Observer Unlimited Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) Bridge Resource Management Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS)

Application Requirements DMRI Application Requirements: Must be at least 21 Years Old Submit Copy of Passport with Application Complete Dominica Application & Medical Report Include all copies of held licenses or Certificates of Competency Seatime Requirements Master 36 Months as OICNW or 24 months as OICNW and 12 months service as Chief Mate. Chief Mate 12 months as OICNW

Maritime Security Awareness

Submit Sea Service Letters or copies of discharge

Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties

papers 1/3 of Sea time must be completed on ships of

Ship Security Officer Master 500 GT Course Celestial Navigation

respective tonnage/ propulsion power according the application.

GMDSS Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats* *Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats required for seafarers equipped with Fast Rescue Boats.

Fast Fact

NMI participates in a Coopertive effort with the town of Fairhaven to grow seed for the town upweller. The seed grown will help supplement the town recreational shellfishing. Our students will use the upweller for hands on training/education in our Aquaculture Certificate Program.

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Deck Officers II/3 Masters on ships less than 500 gross tonnage, Near Coastal Training Requirements First Aid/ CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Personal Survival Techniques Basic and Advanced Firefighting Proficiency in Survival Craft Medical Care Provider Medical Care Provider PIC RADAR Observer Unlimited Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) Bridge Resource Management Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS)

Application Requirements DMRI Application Requirements: Must be at least 21 Years Old Submit Copy of Passport with Application Complete Dominica Application & Medical Report Include all copies of held licenses or Certificates of Competency Seatime Requirements Master 36 Months as OICNW or 24 months as OICNW and 12 months service as Chief Mate. Chief Mate 12 months as OICNW

Maritime Security Awareness

Submit Sea Service Letters or copies of discharge

Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties

papers 1/3 of Sea time must be completed on ships of

Ship Security Officer Master 500 GT Course GMDSS

respective tonnage/ propulsion power according the application.

Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats* *Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats required for Seafarers equipped with Fast Rescue Boats.

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Engine Ratings III/4 Rating Forming Part of an Engineering Watch Training Requirements First Aid/ CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Personal Survival Techniques Basic FireďŹ ghting Security Awareness Training Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties Able Seafarer - Engine RFPEW Assessment

Application Requirements DMRI Application Requirements: Must be at least 18 Years Old Submit Copy of Passport with Application Complete Dominica Application & Medical Report Include all copies of held licenses or CertiďŹ cates of Competency Seatime Requirements Master 6 months or pre-sea training + 2 months seatime Submit sea service letters or copies of discharge papers

Fast Fact

When a student fails, We fail!- Northeast Maritime Institute understands the time and patience it takes coming back to school. This is why we work hard to provide an environment where all types of learners and people can be successful. NMI will stop at nothing to ensure students understand the material. Students are welcome to retake their course for FREE within one year of completing their program, additionally, NMI provides one on one tutoring free of charge during their program to ensure no student is left behind. Students at NMI recieve the educational support they deserve.

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Engine Ratings III/5 Able Seafarer engine in a manned engine-room Training Requirements First Aid and CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities Personal Survival Techniques Basic Firefighting Able Seafarer - Engine RFPEW Assessments Security Awareness Training Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties

Seatime and Age Requirements Age: 18 years Submit copy of Passport Sea Service: 12 months served as RFPEW in the engine department OR 6 months service as RFPEW in the engine room with the completion of approved training Meet the standard of competence in Section A-III/5 of the STCW Code: Submit completed Training Record Book for A-III/5 Dominica Application and Physical Exam: Ensure Application is complete include copy(s) of any previously or currently held licenses or Certificates of Competency

III/7 Electro-technical Ratings Training Requirements First Aid and CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities Personal Survival Techniques Basic Firefighting Electro-technical Rating Course Security Awareness Training Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties

Seatime and Age Requirements Age: 18 years Submit copy of Passport Sea Service: 12 months training and approved sea service OR Approved training and seagoing service not less than 6 months OR Qualifications that meet the technical competences in table A-III/7 and an approved period of sea service not less than 3 months. 1/3 of sea service shall be on vessels of 750 kW or more propulsion power. Dominica Application and Physical Exam: Ensure Application is complete include copy(s) of any previously or currently held licenses or Certificates of Competency

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Engine Officers III/1 Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch in manned engine room or Designated Duty Engineer in a periodically unmanned engine-room Training Requirements First Aid/ CPR

Application Requirements

Proficiency in Survival Craft

DMRI Application Requirements: Must be at least 18 Years Old Submit Copy of Passport with Application Complete Dominica Application & Medical Report Include all copies of held licenses or Certificates of Competency

Medical Care Provider

Seatime and Age Requirements

Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Personal Survival Techniques Basic and Advanced Firefighting

Medical Care Provider PIC Ship Security Officer Security Awareness Training Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties OICEW Course or Assessments

6 Months of sea-going service Additionally, training and education of at least 30 months which includes on-board training documented in a training record book and meets the standards of competence specified in section A III/1 of STCW Code. Submit letter from Company/Vessel or copy of pages from discharge book.

Fast Fact

Since 19 97, NMI has provided STCW training courses, STCW assessments and program audits in the countries of Cyprus, Bermuda, Poland, Dominica, Trinidad, Antiqua, Georgia, Syria, Algeria, and Morracco.

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Engine Officers III/2 Chief Engineer Officer & Second Engineer officer on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3000 kW propulsion power or more Training Requirements First Aid/ CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Personal Survival Techniques Basic and Advanced Firefighting Chief Engineer 3000 kW or Second Engineer 3000 kW Course or Assessments Proficiency in Survival Craft Medical Care Provider Medical Care Provider PIC Security Awareness Training Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties

Application Requirements DMRI Application Requirements: Must be at least 21 Years Old Submit Copy of Passport with Application Complete Dominica Application & Medical Report Include all copies of held licenses or Certificates of Competency Seatime and Age Requirements Chief Engineer Officer Must meet requirements of OICEW: 6 months sea-going plus 30 months training and education with completed TRB for III/1 seatime 36 months sea service with at least 12 months as 2nd Engineer on vessels of 3000 kW propulsion power or more Second Engineer Officer Must meet requirements of OICEW: 6 months sea-going plus 30 months training and education with completed TRB for III/1 seatime. 12 months as Assistant Engineer or Engineer Officer on vessels of 3000 kW propulsion power or more Submit letter from Company/ Vessel or copies of pages from discharge books.

Fast Fact

In 2011 and 2013 NMI partnered with BEST PILOTS, in providing simulator and voyage planning training to over 60 Brazilian Cadet Pilots training to take the simulator exam in the port of Rio de Janeiro Brazil. NMI provided the only Simulator training in the America’s with a custom simulator area of the port of Rio de Janeiro. For over 14 weeks, 12 hours a day NMI provided 120+ custom simulator exercises in a stepped training methodology, resulting in a 100% pass rate of the simulator exam given by the Brazilian Navy to NMI trained Cadets.

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Engine Officers III/3 Chief Engineer Officer & Second Engineer officer on ships powered by main propulsion machinery between 750 & 3000 kW Training Requirements Security Awareness Training Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties First Aid and CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities Personal Survival Techniques Basic and Advanced Firefighting Proficiency in Survival Craft Medical Care Provider Medical Care Provider PIC Chief Engineer or Second Engineer 750 & 3000 kW Course or Assessments

Application Requirements DMRI Application Requirements: Must be at least 20 Years Old Submit Copy of Passport with Application Complete Dominica Application & Medical Report Include all copies of held licenses or Certificates of Competency Seatime Requirements Chief Engineer Officer Must meet requirements of OICEW: 6 months sea-going plus 30 months training and education with completed TRB for III/1 seatime 24 months sea service with at least 12 months as 2nd Engineer on vessels between 750 & 3000 kW propulsion power Submit letter from Company/ Vessel or copies of pages from discharge book(s). Second Engineer Officer Must meet requirements of OICEW: 6 months sea-going plus 30 months training and education with completed TRB for III/1 seatime. 12 months as Assistant Engineer or Engineer Officer on vessels between 750 & 3000 kW propulsion power.

"To desire nothing beyond what you have is surely happiness. Aboard a boat, it is frequently possible to achieve just that. That is why sailing is a way of life, one of the finest of lives."

- Carleton Mitchell

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Engine Officers III/6 Electro-technical Officer Training Requirements First Aid/ CPR Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Basic and Advanced Firefighting Proficiency in Survival Craft Medical Care Provider Electro-technical Officer Course Security Awareness Training Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties

Seatime and Age Requirements Age: 18 years Submit copy of Passport Sea Service: 12 months combined workshop and skills training and at minimum 6 months approved sea service with completion of the Training Record Book OR 36 months of combined workshop and skills training and approved seagoing service of which not less than 30 months is in the engine department; 1/3 of sea service shall be on vessels of 750 kW or more propulsion power. Dominica Application and Physical Exam: Ensure Application is complete and include copy(s) of any previously or currently held licenses or Certificates of Competency

Fast Fact

NMI provided the Federal Pilots and Docking Masters of Louisiana with a custom Bridge Resource Management – Emergency Shiphandling for Pilots three day course. This course provided curriculum specific BRM topics, shiphandling techniques and 4 simulator exercises on the Mississippi River-New Orleans area specific to the training needs of the Federal Pilots.

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Courses The curriculum was established to provide required marine safety education, ship operation courses, Dominica Maritime Administration licensing courses. The programs at Northeast Maritime Institute, which embody the pursuit of excellence in maritime education, uphold the centuries old New England tradition of providing skilled seafarers to the world.

Able Seafarer - Deck The Able Seaman course is designed to provide the necessary background and knowledge of subjects concerning the requirements and duties of an Able Seafarer. Topics include seamanship, ďŹ reďŹ ghting, ship construction, pollution, safety and more. Practical training includes knot tying and splicing, helm commands, steering, watchkeeping, and personal survival.

Maritime Fact

An Able Seafarer - Deck position in an unlicensed member of the deck department of a ship working in a position as a watchstander, a day worker, or a combination of these roles.

Course Hours: 80 Days: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Testing: Onsite MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

Primary Upper Level Instructor For the person who wishes for a life at sea being a credentialed Able Bodied Seaman is the way to go. The required credential will give you the opportunity to serve in an industry that has several types of work in the maritime world. For example, working in the oil industry on supply vessels or in the research industry with opportunities available for worldwide travel can be a rewarding wish to stay closer to home. All of these jobs are good paying, safe, and professional but can be only obtained by your becoming a licensed Mariner. At Northeast Maritime Institute you will be provided with the training you need to embark on your new adventures in life. Are you ready for it?

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Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) This course 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 on vessels equipped with ARPA. It covers the minimum training requirements recommended in Annex 2 of IMO Assembly resolution A.482 (XII). The course combines lecture with extensive hands-on practice using a TRANSAS Navi-Sailor 4000 Shiphandling / Radar / ARPA / ECDIS simulator.

Maritime Fact

Development of ARPA started after the accident when the Italian liner SS Andrea Doria collided in dense fog and sank off the east coast of the United States. ARPA radars started to emerge in the 1960s and, with the development of microelectronics.

Course Hours: 32 Days: Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Materials Needed: Plotting Tools Prerequisite: Radar Observer Testing: Onsite MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

Fast Fact

NMIS' STCW, United States Coast Guard, and Commonwealth of Dominica M aritime Administration approved simulators host 11 US ports and 2 foreign ports for students to operate 7 tugs including conventional and modern Azimuth Drive units and 7 different ships such as a LNG tankers, Oil Tankers, Bulk ships and a Research Ship. NMI has one full mission Tug Bridge, one full mission ship simulator, 3 mini bridges for RADAR, ECDIS and ARPA training. Additionally we have a Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator in support of our Tankerman PIC and Tank Barge courses.

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Course Catalog Continuing Education

Basic Firefighting The Basic Firefighting course deals with learning how to react in the event of a fire aboard a ship. The trainee who successfully completes the course will be trained to react in the 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 firefighting appliances correctly. The trainee will also learn 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 the classroom lecture and one day is devoted to fieldwork. The day of field work will put the theoretical knowledge learned to fight actual fires.

Course Hours: 16 Days: Thursday and Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Prerequisite: General physical fitness for practical demonstration Testing: Onsite Notes: Students are required to attend the Connecticut Fire Academy in Windsor Locks during this course. All students are responsible for their own transportation and lodging reservations. Information on lodging at the academy will be provided during the course or can be found in the Off-site Training Facilities section of this catalog. For the practical portion of the course, beards and heavy facial hair are not permitted on students taking this program. For safety reasons, there are no exceptions to this rule. MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

“The sea! the sea! the open sea!, The blue, the fresh, the ever free!”

- Bryan W. Procter

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Basic and Advanced Firefighting This Basic and Advanced Firefighting course is designed around three days of theory in the classroom and two days of practical field training. During the first three days of theoretical lectures, students will gain knowledge of all elements of shipboard firefighting. Two days of fieldwork will put students’ theoretical knowledge to use fighting actual fires. A trainee successfully completing this course will, in the event of a fire on board ship, be well informed to take command, organize the personnel effectively, and control the firefighting operations. Students will use those techniques in which he/she has been trained to be able to take part in firefighting operations. The trainee will have knowledge on the theory and science of fire and will be knowledgeable in all methods of firefighting and firefighting equipment. Students will also have acquired knowledge of fire prevention and the ability to inspect and maintain the fire extinguishing systems and equipment.

Maritime Fact The Halifax Explosion in the harbor of Nova Scotia, Canada, in 1917 was the largest man-made explosion in water prior to the development of nuclear weapons with an equivalent force of roughly 2.9 kilotons of TNT. Approximately 2,000 people were killed by debris, fires, and collapsed buildings, and it is estimated that nearly 9,000 others were injured.

Course Hours: 40 Days: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Prerequisite: General physical fitness for practical demonstrations. Testing: Onsite Notes: NMI Schedules the practical portions at the Connecticut Fire Academy in Windsor Locks during this course. All students are responsible for their own transportation and room reservations. Information on lodging at the academy will be provided during the course or can be found in the lodging section of the catalog. For the practical portion of the course, beards and heavy facial hair are nor permitted. For safety reasons there are no exceptions for this rule. MET CO-OP Rates: Do not apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

"The sea is the same as it has been since before men ever went on it in boats." - Ernest Hemingway www.northeastmaritime.com

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Course Catalog Continuing Education

Bridge Resource Management This Bridge Resource Management course deals with the techniques of safe navigation and the responsibilities of a Master. Participants successfully completing the training course for Bridge Resource Management should be capable of undertaking all of the responsibilities expected of a Master within their field of expertise. Topics covered include: Voyage Planning, Leadership, Bridge Procedures, Watch Standing, Bridge Emergencies and Pilot Integration.

Course Hours: 24 Days: Vary, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Prerequisites: Radar Observer Unlimited Materials Needed: Plotting Tools MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

Celestial Navigation The principle aim of this Celestial Navigation course is to develop individual navigation skills. Topics include celestial theory, solar observation, celestial sphere, sight reduction in HO 229, Nautical Almanac, sail calculations, log distance E.T.A.’s, and star identification.

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Course Hours: 80 Days: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Testing: Onsite Materials Needed: Lined Notebook, Parallel Rulers and Dividers, and a Scientific Calculator (Preferably TI36) MET CO-OP Rates: Do not apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes


Course Catalog Continuing Education

Crisis Management and Human Behavior Any applicant who has successfully completed the 14-Hour Crisis Management and Human Behavior course will satisfy the training requirements of Regulation V/2, and Section A-V/2; Regulation V/3 and Section A-V3; of the STCW Code. This course will train students to be able to organize the safe movement of vehicles and passengers when embarking and disembarking, control all elements of cargo safety and hull integrity, organize shipboard emergency procedures, optimize use of resources, control response to emergencies, control passengers and other personnel during emergency situations, and establish and maintain effective communications.

Course Hours: 14 Days: Vary Notes: Before receiving certificate, student must complete a shipboard practical exercise. MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

“Home is where the Anchor drops. ”

- Author Unknown

Crowd Management Any applicant who has successfully completed the Crowd Management course will satisfy the Crowd Management training requirements of Paragraph 1 of Section A-V/2 of the STCW Code for Ro-Ro Passenger Vessels and Paragraph 1 of Section A-V/3 of the STCW Code for Passenger Ships Other Than Ro-Ro Passenger Vessels; AND the Safety Training requirements of Paragraphs 3 and 4 of Section A-V/2 of the STCW Code for Ro-Ro Passenger Vessels and Paragraphs 3 and 4 of Section A-V/3 of the STCW Code for Passenger Ships Other Than Ro-Ro Passenger Vessels. This course will train students to be able to successfully control a crowd in an emergency situation on board, locate essential safety and emergency equipment on board, communicate effectively with passengers during an emergency, demonstrate the use of personal lifesaving appliances, and comply with the ship’s safety and emergency procedures. 13 | Page

Maritime Fact

When incidents strike, your best defense can be a good offense. Having your crew better prepared to handle them will not only make you feel more secure, it will make your crew feel empowered and your passengers at ease.

Course Hours: 8 Days: Vary, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Notes: Before receiving certificate, student must complete a shipboard practical exercise. MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes


Electronic Chart Display and Navigation Systems (ECDIS) Any applicant who has successfully completed the Electronic Chart Display Information Systems (ECDIS) course will be considered to have successfully demonstrated the competencies of use of ECDIS to maintain the safety of navigation of Table A-II/1; and maintain the safety of navigation through the use of ECDIS and associated navigation systems to assist command decision making of Table A-II/2 of the STCW Code, as amended. This course provides an approach to understanding and using ECDIS for those who will be in charge of the navigational watch for vessels equipped with ECDIS. All theoretical features and simulator exercises of ECDIS data, such as information subjects, system incorporation, information layers, and data updating are covered in depth. Much of the course will be comprised of individual study time needed to learn the language of ECDIS. Additionally, students are provided sufficient time to gain proficiency practicing the techniques used in the field utilizing ECDIS on Northeast Maritime Institute’s simulators.

Course Hours: 40 Testing: Onsite Days: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

First Aid/ CPR Any applicant who has successfully completed your First Aid and CPR course will satisfy the Basic Safety Elementary First Aid training requirements of Section A-VI/1 and Table A-VI/1-3 of the STCW Code. This one day course provides training in Elementary First Aid and CPR techniques which will provide students the knowledge and confidence to respond as an effective first responder in many medical emergencies. This course curriculum is provided by the National Safety Council of America and meets STCW requirements. A trainee successfully completing this course will have knowledge and practical training in elementary first aid and CPR.

Course Hours: 8 Days: Vary, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Testing: Onsite MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

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Medical Care Provider Any applicant who has successfully completed the 24-Hour Medical Care Provider Course will satisfy the Medical First Aid training requirements of Section A-VI/4 and Table A-VI/4-1 of the STCW Code. Medical Care Provider is designed to enable the participant to meet the requirements of STCW ’95, as amended, Ch VI, Section A-VI/4-1 Table A-VI/4-1. Upon completion the participant will be able to demonstrate a higher level of competency to take action upon encountering an accident or medical emergency as required by the code. Topics include immediate action to be taken in an emergency, body structure and function, fractures and dislocations, toxicological hazards aboard ship, burns, spinal injuries, maintaining a healthy environment aboard a ship, administration of medications, medical advisory services, medical care of rescued persons, and cardiac arrest.

Course Hours: 24 Prerequisite: First Aid / CPR Testing: Onsite Days: Vary, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm MET Co-Op Rates: Does not apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

Medical Care Provider Person-in-Charge Any applicant who has successfully completed the Medical Care Person In Charge course will satisfy the Medical Care Person In Charge training requirements of Section A-VI/4 and Table A-VI/4-2 of the STCW Code, as amended. Medical Care Provider PIC course is designed to provide the participant with the knowledge and skills needed to meet the requirements of STCW ’95, as amended, Ch VI, Sect A-VI/4-2 Table A-VI/4-2. After successfully completing this program the participant will demonstrate competence to provide medical care to the sick and injured while they are on board and to participate in coordinated schemes for medical assistance to ships. Topics include basic nursing care, dental injuries, disease prevention, basic IV and injection of medication, infectious and tropical diseases, ENT care, childbirth and women’s health issues, and wound closure.

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Course Hours: 48 Prerequisite: Medical Care Provider (within one year of completion) Testing: Onsite Days: Monday - Saturday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm MET Co-Op Rates: Does not apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes


Security Awareness Training Any applicant who has successfully completed our Maritime Security Awareness course will satisfy the requirements for security-related training, Paragraphs 1-4 of Section A-VI/6 and Table A-VI/6-1 of the STCW Code, as amended 2010. The Security Awareness Training course is intended to provide the knowledge required to enable personnel without designated security duties in connection with a Ship Security Plan to enhance ship security in accordance with the requirements of Chapter XI-2 of SOLAS 74, as amended, the ISPS Code and section A-VI/6-1 of the STCW Code, as amended. Those who successfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence enabling them to contribute to the enhancement of maritime security through heightened awareness and the ability to recognize security threats and to respond appropriately. This knowledge shall include, but is not limited to: 1. The meaning and the consequential requirements of the different security levels; 2. Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans; 3. Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices; 4. Recognition, on a non-discriminatory basis, of characteristics and behavioral patterns of person who are likely to threaten security; and Techniques used to circumvent security measures. 5.

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Course Hours: 8 Days: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm MET Co-Op Rates: Does not apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

Captain Jeffrey Sylvia travelled the world several times putting his foot on all 7 continents. He served in the merchant service for 22 years.

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Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Any applicant who has successfully completed the 4-Hour Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities course will satisfy the Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities training requirements of Section A-VI/1 and Table A-VI/1-4 of the STCW Code. Those successfully completing the course will have acquired a better understanding and knowledge of Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities in general and in particular as they relate to living and working aboard operational merchant ships, in accordance with resolution 22 STCW convention, as amended. Topics include drugs and alcohol safety, sexual harassment, shipboard and safety, communication between management and employees.

Course Hours: 4 Days: Tuesdays, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Testing: Onsite MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

"As for myself, the wonderful sea charmed me from the ďŹ rst."

- Joshua Slocum

Personal Survival Techniques This course provides the necessary knowledge and training of personal survival so that a student will be able to react in a correct manner during emergency situations, take measures appropriate to his/her own survival and to the survival of others, and use survival equipment correctly. The student will also acquire knowledge which, in some instances, will enable him/her to identify and address defects and thereby prevent emergencies. Topics include emergency procedures aboard ship, abandoning ship, use of survival suits, liferafts, and other survival gear. Any applicant who has successfully completed the 15-Hour Personal Survival Techniques course will satisfy the Personal Survival Techniques training requirements of Section A-VI/1 and Table A-VI/1-1 of the STCW Code.

Course Hours: 12 Prerequisite: Basic swimming ability required. Must demonstrate oating, survival suit, and liferaft techniques in pool. Days: Tuesday - Wednesday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Testing: Onsite Note: Students are asked to bring a bathing suit and towel. MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes 20| Page


Proficiency in Survival Craft Any applicant who has successfully completed the Proficiency in Survival Craft course will satisfy the Survival Craft training requirements of Section A-VI/2 and Table A-VI/2-1 of the STCW Code, as amended. This course provides the necessary background and knowledge of the subjects concerning the requirements and duties of a Lifeboatman. Topics include lifeboats, safety procedures, davits, and liferafts. This class incorporates hands-on training on our full-size lifeboat on gravity davits on New Bedford Harbor.

Course Hours: 40 Days: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Testing: Onsite Prerequisite: Wear appropriate seasonal clothing for

Thursday, as you will be outside during the practical section. MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

Fast Fact

The partnership of DMRI and NMI provides integrated maritime support to each company’s mission at the international level. NMI staff participates in IMO committee and sub-committee meetings at IMO London,UK headquarters. DMRI and NMI staff are delegates to Maritime Safety, Security, Human Element, Technical, Legal Affairs and Environmental committees representing mariners who are licensed through the Dominica Maritime Registry. This activity provides NMI Instructors to be on the forefront of maritime training.

Able Seafarer - Engine This course provides students with the necessary instruction and training to perform Oiler duties as a Qualified Member of the Engineering Department. Topics include hand tools, diesel engines, lubrication, electricity, bearings, and boilers.

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Course Hours: 135 Days: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Testing: Onsite Prerequisite: Basic Safety Training Courses MET Co-Op Rates: Does not apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes


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Radar Observer Unlimited This course qualiďŹ es the student, upon successful completion, to operate today's modern radar systems aboard all types of vessels. This course is for the student who seeks the radar endorsement for the ďŹ rst time. Topics include radar theory, vessel target plotting, proper advantage due to environmental changes, practical operational use, COLREG integration, tracking for collision avoidance analysis, radar advantages and limitations, and navigational integration with bridge equipment.

USCG Approved: Yes Course Hours: 40 Days: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Testing: Onsite Materials: Plotting Tools

MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

"To young men contemplating a voyage, I would say go."

- Joshua Slocum

Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch Assessments Northeast Maritime Institute is approved to conduct the following RFPNW Assessments: 1-1A, 1-2A, 1-3A, 2-1A, 2-2A, 3-1A, 3-2A, 1-1B, 1-2B, 1-3B, 2-1B, 3-1A, 3-1B, 1-1C, 1-2C, 1-2D, 1-2E, 1-2F, 1-2G, 1-2H, 1-2I, 1-2J. Practical assessments are conducted using our full bridge simulator.

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Course Hours: 8 Days: Vary, Class is scheduled upon request with advance notice, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Testing: Onsite MET Co-Op Rates: Does not apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes


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Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties Any applicant who has successfully completed our Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD) course will satisfy the competencies of STCW, as amended 2010 Table A-VI/6-1 and A-VI/6-2 for STCW endorsements for Security Awareness and Vessel Personnel With Designated Security Duties. The Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties course is intended to provide the knowledge required for seafarers with designated security duties in connection with a Ship Security Plan (SSP) to perform their duties in accordance with the requirements of Chapter XI-2 of SOLAS 74 as amended, the ISPS Code, and Section A-VI/6 of the STCW Code, as amended. It consists of 8 hours of classroom instruction and demonstration.

Course Hours: 8 Days: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm MET Co-Op Rates: Does not apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

Fast Fact

Captain David Medeiros has been ‘boating’ since he was a child. He worked on boats off and on since the 1970’s. His experience included fuel barges in the New Bedford harbor, commercial shell fishing in the 80’ and 90’s, lobstering, as well as working on a ferry boat in the 2000’s.

"The cabin of a small yacht is truly a wonderful thing; not only will it shelter you from a tempest, but from the other troubles in life, it is a safe retreat."

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Captain Courses Master / Mate less than 500 GT Near Coastal / Oceans This course provides the comprehensive training required by Dominica Maritime Administration for Master / Mate less than 500 GT Near Coastal or Oceans STCW CertiďŹ cate of Competency. To obtain the Oceans endorsement the student must take, in addition to this Master / Mate course, NMI Celestial Navigation Course or Exam. The student must present the required seatime, physical exam and other Dominica licensing requirements prior to being approved to attend this course. The course is geared towards individuals responsible for operating vessels on the high seas within the limiting tonnage of the certiďŹ cate.

Course Hours: 120 Hours Days: Monday- Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Testing: Onsite Prerequisites: Refer to seatime requirements MET Co-Op Rates: Apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

OICNW 500 to 3000 GT or More Near Coastal / Oceans This course provides the comprehensive training required by Dominica Maritime Administration for the OICNW 500 GT or more Near Coastal or Oceans STCW Certificate of Competency. To obtain the Oceans endorsement the student must take, in addition to this OICNW course, NMI Celestial Navigation Course or Exam. The student must present the required seatime, physical exam, and other Dominica Maritime Administration licensing requirements prior to being approved to attend this course. The course is geared towards individuals responsible for operating vessels on the high seas within the limiting tonnage of the certificate.

Course Hours: 160 Hours Days: Monday- Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Testing: Onsite Prerequisites: Refer to seatime requirements MET Co-Op Rates: Does not apply Meets STCW Requirements: Yes

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Student Services

Northeast Maritime Institute takes pride in assisting our fellow mariners to become active and productive members of the workforce. Below you will find some of the student services offered to NMI students.

Resume and Job Search Assistance Students can schedule a meeting with our Director of Student Services to discuss the best way to display their skills and experience to potential maritime industry employers. Student Services assists the mariner in creating a cover letter and résumé and provides counsel on proper interview etiquette. A variety of resources are available to assist with job searches and applications.

International Student Study Support

Due to the intensity of the programs International Students register for when attending Northeast Maritime Institute, we require students to participate in an International Student Study Support Group after completion of any Captain’s course or Celestial Navigation classes. This time will provide one on one attention to students to ensure they are fully understanding the depth of knowledge our courses provide. Our goal at NMI is for our students to be successful in their careers. These additional supports help us ensure their success within the industry.

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NMI's Lifeboat holds 74 people. It has enough fuel for 24 hours at 6 knots giving a radius of 144 miles.

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Company Training Vessel Response Northeast Maritime Institute will custom design training for individual organizations. Increasing requirements in the maritime industry demand more and more training for shipboard and shore side personnel. We understand the need for increased training in the following areas to minimize problems for all shipping organizations: Shipping Damage Control Emergency Medical Catastrophic Response Oil Spill Response Vessel Management Liability Vessel Response

Company Training has lowered costs incurred by potential insurance claims and general costs of Hull and Machinery insurance. Northeast Maritime Institute will design specific drills for individual vessels and facilities. Quick response capabilities can reduce potential crisis situations when personnel are properly trained. For shipboard personnel, we can design drills that include specific focus on firefighting, damage control, emergency medical response, etc. We can also focus on each individual vessel in your organization’s fleet to better prepare your crew’s response to emergencies.

Group Rates Contact the Registration Office to talk about your company’s training needs and to see if you qualify for discounted group training rates.

Capt. Robert C. Glover III Director of Continuing Education, Lead Simulation Instructor What types of Company Training Programs has Northeast Maritime Institute been involved in? - NMI over the years has partnered with national and international companies to solve their maritime training needs. comprehensive 18 month licensing program in the U.S., from a private maritime school, taking a candidate to a 200 Ton Mate’s license with a Western Rivers Towing endorsement. Additionally, we have worked with maritime companies such as towing and ferry services, to highlight just two, in providing licensed mariner. NMI also works with the US Veterans Administration to assist our veterans who desire a career in the providing IMO-STCW instruction/assessment in addition to policy and regulatory training.

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- Foremost, is our ability to accommodate specialized company yet the USCG training needs are rigorous. NMI assists that company in taking these regulations and putting real life experience training to these requirements. Most importantly is therefore NMI works with a company’s administrators to blend a successful training outcome. Where can company training programs take place? - That’s easy, Worldwide! We have trained mariners throughout the Caribbean Islands, Algeria, Lebanon, Syria, Republic of world.


Facilities Northeast Maritime Institute is located in historic Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Fairhaven is a town in Bristol County, Massachusetts, in the United States. It is located on the south coast of Massachusetts where the Acushnet River flows into Buzzards Bay, an arm of the Atlantic Ocean. The town shares a harbor with the city of New Bedford, a place well known for its whaling and fishing heritage; consequently, Fairhaven’s history, economy, and culture are closely aligned with those of its larger neighbors.

Administrative and Maritime Education & Training Center 32 Washington Street

Main Staff Location Bridge Ship Simulator with 210 degree view Tug Simulator with a 270 degree view Computer Based Examination Question Bank RADAR and Electronic Navigation Lab Joshua Slocum Library Student Services Center

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Gym and Workout Room Rock climbing Wall and Basketball Court Galley Style Break Area The facility is historically significant for being a place of worship to the first Japanese Diplomat Nakahama ManjirĹ?


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Lunchroom NMI provides a Large comfortable area with dining table, refrigerator, water cooler, microwave, coffee, tea, and reading materials.

Lemley Hall 56 Main Street

Two modern classrooms Marlinspike Seamanship Lab Maritime Safety Lab 1/4 Scale model training davit and lifeboat Full-scale enclosed lifeboat

Multiple study areas The facility has been dedicated in honor of maritime safety advocate Captain Norman W. Lemley USCG-Ret.

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Lifeboat Trainer Pier 3 in New Bedford

We believe a “hands-on� experience is necessary to develop and practice marine safety Students train on a 30-foot fiberglass gravity davit lifeboat which is used in the approved Lifeboatman Proficency in Survival Craft Course

Students complete practical demonstrations of launching, recovering, and operating the lifeboat in this Course.

Parking A parking lot is located behind the main building. Ample off-street parking is available free of charge to students. There is also a parking lot on Middle Street behind the Lemley Hall facility for the students attending classes at that location.

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Off-Site Training Facilities Northeast Maritime Institute works with other training facilities for some of our courses to provide our students with a first-class experience during their visit.

Basic Firefighting / Basic and Advanced Firefighting Practical Training Facility Connecticut Fire Academy 34 Perimeter Road Windsor Locks, CT (860) 627-6363 Training: Practical Assessments Lodging: For lodging during student stays at the Fire Academy call (860) 627-6363 ext. 421. Space is available on a first come, first served basis.

Days: Basic Firefighting - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Basic and Advanced Firefighting - Thursday and Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Notes: All students are responsible for their own transportation and lodging reservations. For the practical portion of the course, beards and heavy facial hair are not permitted on students taking this program. For safety reasons, there are no exceptions to this rule.

Personal Survival Techniques Gleason Family YMCA 33 Charge Pond Road Wareham, MA 02571 (508) 295-9622 Training: Practical Assessments

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Notes: Must be willing to get in a pool and demonstrate necessary floating, survival suit, and liferaft techniques. Basic swimming ability is required. Students must bring a bathing suit and towel.


Travel Northeast Maritime Institute is located on the south coast of Massachusetts, approximately 40 minutes from Providence and 30 minutes from Cape Cod. From Boston, we are approximately 1 hour depending upon trafďŹ c and location in Boston. By Airplane: TF Green Airport in Providence is located most conveniently to Fairhaven, approximately a 40 minute drive. Arrivals into Logan Airport in Boston, MA is another option, which is about an hour away. By Train: Train service is available into Providence, RI through Amtrak, with bus service available to New Bedford, MA. www.amtrak.com

Driving Services: If students do not have transportation during their arrival, they may choose to contact some of the local driving services to reach needed destinations. A 2 B Limousine & Transportation Service PO Box 40782 New Bedford, MA 02744 (508) 509-1986 Contact: Andy Note:There are other limousine and taxi services available in the area. Consult the Yellow Pages for the information.

By Bus: Bonanza bus lines provide service from New York, Boston, and Providence into New Bedford. www.bonanzabus.com DATTCO buses from Boston, MA into New Bedford and Fairhaven. www.dattco.com

MA Boston Northeast Maritime Institute RI

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Directions From Boston and Points North: Take Route 93 South out of Boston to Route 24 South (just past Braintree). Follow Route 24 to Route 140 South (at Galleria Mall in Taunton). Follow Route 140 South to New Bedford and take the Exit for Interstate 195 East (Cape Cod). From I-195 take Exit 15 (Downtown New Bedford).This puts you on Route 18. Take your second exit (Route 6 East)

and veer to the left to Fairhaven and go over the bridge. Turn right at the Green Street (3rd traffic light). Follow this street to the first stop sign and take a right on to Washington Street. Take your first right on to Walnut and pull in to the parking lot on the left. The entrance is at the front of the building on Washington Street.

From Connecticut, Rhode Island and Points West: Take Interstate 95 (North or South, depending upon location) to Providence. Take the Exit for Interstate 195 East towards Cape Cod. Follow I-195 for approximately 20 miles through Fall River and towards New Bedford. From I-195 take Exit 15 (Downtown New Bedford).This puts you on Route 18. Take your second exit (Route 6 East) and veer to the left to Fairhaven and go over the bridge.

Turn right at the 3rd Stoplight (Green Street). Follow this street to the ďŹ rst Stop sign and take a right on to Washington Street. Take your ďŹ rst right on to Walnut and pull in to the parking lot on the left. The entrance is at the front of the building on Washington Street.

From Cape Cod and Points East: Get onto Interstate 195 West towards New Bedford. From I-195 take Exit 18 to Fairhaven. Follow Route 240 South to the 2nd set of traffic lights and take a right onto Route 6. Get in the left lane. Go through one set of traffic lights. Take your next left onto Washington Street. Follow Washington Street to Green Street (2nd stop sign).

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Continue straight and take your first right on to Walnut and pull in to the parking lot on the left. The entrance is at the front of the building on Washington Street.


Lodging Seaport Inn and Marina This beautiful waterfront inn is centrally located to beaches, shopping, restaurants, as well as the historic and business districts of Fairhaven and New Bedford. A complimentary deluxe delicious hot breakfast, fitness center, and a full laundry facility are available on-site. NMI is a short walk of about 0.5 mile from the Seaport Inn and Marina.

110 Middle Street Fairhaven, MA 02719 (Approximately a 5 minute walk to NMI)

Amenities & Services Provided: Harbor and Courtyard Views Complimentary hot breakfast prepared every morning High-speed wireless provided throughout the hotel 24-Hour on-site fitness center and laundry room Highly trained bed bug detection dog to ensure complete room cleanliness 24-hour front office staff

Free of charge refrigerator and microwave in room use upon request Hospitality suite use for students and visitors to NMI and DMRI at no charge upon availability Pet Friendly ($25 per stay fee per pet) Seaport Inn Bar & Grill on-site Freshly Ironed 300 Count Bed Linens

State you are attending Northeast Maritime Institute to receive NMI student rates. Telephone: (508) 997-1281 Fax: (508) 992-5727 Email: seaportinnmarina@aol.com

If you are a member of the MET CO-OP Program, you will need to show your MET CO-OP identification no later than the evening of the first day of class.

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Faculty “Honor the Mariner”

Northeast Maritime Institute has a staff of qualified instructors to provide you with your maritime training. Our instructors include retired and active Coast Guard licensed captains, retired United States Navy Officers, United States Merchant Marine officers, industry experts and other retired military.

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Our instructors hold the following licenses: Master, Unlimited, Oceans Chief Mate, Unlimited, Oceans Third Mate, Unlimited, Oceans Able Seaman, Unlimited Chief Engineer, Unlimited

Captain Thomas Sullivan has over 45,000 nautical miles sailing as a Master or Mate on Square Rigged sailing ships.

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Northeast Maritime Institute Admissions Office Mission The mission of the Admissions Office is to help students identify, enroll, and then succeed by providing first-rate customer service and compassion to faculty, students, their families and the community; with a particular emphasis toward processes related to academic records, academic progress, enrollment data, classroom support, institutional common space management, academic certification, and examinations. We will accomplish this mission by striving toward excellence in everything we do, challenging ourselves to be as efficient and effective as possible in our work and seeking out new and better ways of doing business for ourselves and the public we serve. We have created an environment in the office and on campus which encourages growth, supports academics, and respects people and differences.

Admissions / Eligibility International students are required to complete an application through the Commonwealth of Dominica Maritime Administration and be approved for a Certificate of Competency (COC) after successful completion of courses. If a student is not receiving a COC through the Commonwealth of Dominica Maritime Administration, a student must provide a written statement from their overseeing authority providing that they will accept Northeast Maritime Institute's certificate of completion.

Enrollment International Students are required to submit a 10% deposit for courses upon enrollment. Deposits are accepted by check, money order, cash, and credit card. When students arrive, they are required to pay in full for courses during first day of attendance.

Cancellation of Courses by Northeast Maritime Institute Northeast Maritime Institute takes pride in making every effort to avoid cancelling courses. However, under extreme circumstances, a course may be canceled. If this happens, registered students will be notified as soon as possible. At that time, a full refund will be issued.

Cancellation of Courses by Students If for any reason students are not able to attend a registered course, Northeast Maritime Institute asks that they call as soon as possible to notify the Admissions Office to allow any student on a waiting list to be notified. Deposits will be refunded less administrative costs. If courses are adjusted due to personal reasons after a deposit has been paid, there is a $50.00 adjustment fee.

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Policies Northeast Maritime Institute Notification of Rights under FERPA The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) afford eligible students certain rights with respect to their education records. (An “eligible student” under FERPA is a student who is 18 years of age or older or who attends a postsecondary institution.) These rights include: 1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days after the day Northeast Maritime Institute receives a request for access. A student should submit to the registrar, dean, head of the academic department, or other appropriate official, a written request that identifies the record(s) the student wishes to inspect. The school official will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the school official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed. 2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the student believes isinaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA. A student who wishes to ask the school to amend a record should write the school official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record the student wants changed, and specify why it should be changed. If the school decides not to amend the record as requested, the school will notify the student in writing of the decision and the student’s right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing. 3. The right to provide written consent before the institute discloses personally identifiable information (PII) from the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. 47| Page

The school discloses education records without a student’s prior written consent under the FERPA exception for disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the Northeast Maritime Institute in an administrative, supervisory, academic, research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person serving on the board of trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee. A school official also may include a volunteer or contractor outside of the Northeast Maritime Institute who performs an institutional service of function for which the school would otherwise use its own employees and who is under the direct control of the school with respect to the use and maintenance of PII from education records, such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent or a student volunteering to assist another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibilities for the Northeast Maritime Institute. 4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the [School] to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is: FERPA permits the disclosure of PII from students’ education records, without consent of the student, if the disclosure meets certain conditions found in §99.31 of the FERPA regulations. Except for disclosures to school officials, disclosures related to some judicial orders or lawfully issued subpoenas, disclosures of directory information, and disclosures to the student, §99.32 of FERPA regulations requires the institution to record the disclosure. Eligible students have a right to inspect and review the record of disclosures. A postsecondary institution may disclose PII from the education records without obtaining prior written consent of the student –


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To other school officials, including teachers, within the Northeast Maritime Institute whom the school has determined to have legitimate educational interests. This includes contractors, consultants, volunteers, or other parties to whom the school has outsourced institutional services or functions, provided that the conditions listed in §99.31(a)(1)(i)(B)(1) - (a)(1)(i)(B)(2) are met. (§99.31(a)(1)) To officials of another school where the student seeks or intends to enroll, or where the student is already enrolled if the disclosure is for purposes related to the student’s enrollment or transfer, subject to the requirements of §99.34. (§99.31(a)(2)) To authorized representatives of the U. S. Comptroller General, the U. S. Attorney General, the U.S. Secretary of Education, or State and local educational authorities, such as a State postsecondary authority that is responsible for supervising the university’s State-supported education programs. Disclosures under this provision may be made, subject to the requirements of §99.35, in connection with an audit or evaluation of Federal- or State-supported education programs, or for the enforcement of or compliance with Federal legal requirements that relate to those programs. These entities may make further disclosures of PII to outside entities that are designated by them as their authorized representatives to conduct any audit, evaluation, or enforcement or compliance activity on their behalf. (§§99.31(a)(3) and 99.35) In connection with financial aid for which the student has applied or which the student has received, if the information is necessary to determine eligibility for the aid, determine the amount of the aid, determine the conditions of the aid, or enforce the terms and conditions of the aid. (§99.31(a)(4)) To organizations conducting studies for, or on behalf of, the school, in order to: (a) develop, validate, or administer predictive tests; (b) administer student aid programs; or (c) improve instruction. (§99.31(a)(6))

To accrediting organizations to carry out their accrediting functions. ((§99.31(a)(7)) To parents of an eligible student if the student is a dependent for IRS tax purposes. (§99.31(a)(8)) To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena. (§99.31(a)(9)) To appropriate officials in connection with a health or safety emergency, subject to §99.36. (§99.31(a)(10)) Information the school has designated as “directory information” under §99.37. (§99.31(a)(11)) To a victim of an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence or a non-forcible sex offense, subject to the requirements of §99.39. The disclosure may only include the final results of the disciplinary proceeding with respect to that alleged crime or offense, regardless of the finding. (§99.31(a)(13)) To the general public, the final results of a disciplinary proceeding, subject to the requirements of §99.39, if the school determines the student is an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence or non-forcible sex offense and the student has committed a violation of the school’s rules or policies with respect to the allegation made against him or her. (§99.31(a)(14)) To parents of a student regarding the student’s violation of any Federal, State, or local law, or of any rule or policy of the school, governing the use or possession of alcohol or a controlled substance if the school determines the student committed a disciplinary violation and the student is under the age of 21. (§99.31(a)(15)) If you have any questions or concerns about this notification, contact Laura Frazier, FERPA Compliance Officer and Registrar for Northeast Maritime Institute.

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Refund Policy

(as per M.G.L. Chapter 255, Section 13k) You may terminate your enrollment agreement at any time. In order to terminate your agreement, you must inform the school in writing. Termination will be effective on the day such writing is mailed.

If you terminate your agreement during the first quarter of the program, you will receive a refund of at least seventy-five (75) percent of the tuition, less administrative costs.

If you terminate your agreement within five (5) days you will receive a refund of all tuition paid, provided that you have not commenced the program.

If you terminate your agreement during the second quarter of the program you will receive a refund of at least fifty (50) percent of the tuition less the actual administrative costs.

If you terminate this agreement after the initial five (5) day period, you will be responsible for actual administrative costs incurred by the school to enroll you and to process your application. Administrative costs shall not exceed fifty dollars or five percent of the contract price. If you subsequently terminate this agreement prior to the commencement of the program, you will receive a refund of monies paid, less the administrative costs.

If you terminate this agreement in the third quarter of the program, you will receive a refund of at least twenty-five (25) percent of the tuition less the administrative costs. The school is not obligated to provide any refund if agreement is terminated during the fourth quarter of the program.

Standards of Conduct By enrolling at Northeast Maritime Institute (NMI), students agree to adhere to certain standards of conduct that reflect professional behavior and support safety on campus. These standards are in place to help ensure that the campus remains a positive environment for education and professional growth, and that the welfare of NMI’s students, faculty, and staff is maintained at all times.

Contributing to order in all NMI sanctioned activities on campus, to include the classroom, hallway, facilities, labs, intern/externship sites, and housing. Respecting the property both of the Institute and of the community by doing no harm or damage to the facility, its contents, the property of others while on or off campus, or to vehicles on or off campus

Therefore, it is the expectation of the Institute that students and alumni will exemplify professional, courteous, and mature behavior. Such behavior includes but is not limited to these standards of conduct:

Contributing to the health and safety of others while on the private property of the campus as well as during NMI sponsored events

Respecting the rights of others without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sex, age, and disability; Harassing or discriminatory behaviors will not be tolerated. Please see below for our discrimination/harassment policy.

When an individual is thought to be or found to be in violation of these standards, the Institute will act to first ensure the safety of its community. In all cases NMI will act to thoroughly investigate violations within the parameters of the Institute’s established policies.

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Adhering to all local, state, and federal laws.


Course Catalog Continuing Education

Non-Discrimination / Non-harassment Policy Under the Institute’s policy harassing or discriminatory behaviors will not be tolerated. Therefore, it is the responsibility of every member of the NMI community to strictly comply with the policy and any procedures directed by the President to implement the policy. Unlawful Discrimination: different treatment of or denial of a benefit to a person because of the person’s protected status. Harassment, which is defined below, is a form of discrimination. Harassment: verbal, visual, or physical behavior that: 1. can reasonably be perceived by the receiver(s) as unwelcome/offensive and refers in a demeaning way to characteristics of any of the groups listed in the policy statement; and 2. creates a hostile or adverse work/educational environment; and subjects employees or students to different terms or conditions based on the characteristics listed in the policy statement. Examples of harassment may include, but are not limited to: comments, slurs, jokes, symbols, innuendos, cartoons, pranks, physical harassment, etc., which are derogatory on the basis of characteristics listed in the policy statement.

b. HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT cases: harassment that creates a "hostile" work or educational environment. In typical "hostile work environment" cases, a superior either creates or condones a work environment in which sexual harassment exists. A hostile environment can be caused by sexually demeaning jokes or remarks. 2. Sex-Based Harassment: a behavior that degrades, denigrates, ridicules, and/or is physically abusive of an employee/student because of his or her perceived gender or sexual orientation. 3. Racial Harassment: a behavior that denigrates, ridicules, and or is verbally or is physically abusive of an employee/student because of his or her perceived race. 4. Harassment Based on National Origin: a behavior that denigrates, ridicules, and/or is physically abusive of an employee/student because of his or her perceived ancestry, heritage or background identification.

The most common types of harassment are 1. Sexual Harassment: Sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. The courts have interpreted the principles reflected in the EEOC guidelines as describing two principle types of sexual harassment: a. QUID PRO QUO cases: harassment used as a term or condition of employment or when specific academic or employment benefits are withheld as a means of coercing sexual favors. This type of harassment occurs when the party in the superior position of power uses his or her actual or apparent authority to hire, fire, discipline, promote, or otherwise affect an employee’s benefits of employment or to make academic benefits contingent on desired responses to implied or overt overtones of a sexual or romantic nature.

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Course Catalog Continuing Education

Student Complaint Process Students are consumers of services offered as part of their academic experience at the Northeast Maritime Institute. Upon the completion of a course all students are asked to complete a course evaluation. Any notable deficiencies will be reported to the appropriate staff and rectified accordingly. If a student needs to make a complaint, specific or general, about their experience at Northeast Maritime, he or she should contact the Registrar at 508-992-4025. The complaint will be submitted to the Quality Officer and President. If the issue is related to discrimination or sexual harassment, the student should contact the Human Resources Department. There are specific procedures in place that will be followed.

All complaints, as well as the interests of all involved parties, will be considered with fairness, impartiality, and promptness while a complaint is being researched and/or investigated by the Institute. Formal Complaints should be submitted in writing to: Human Resources Department 32 Washington Street Fairhaven, MA 02719 508-992-4025 ext. 317

No Retaliation Statement No employee or student shall be fired, expelled, suspended or otherwise harassed or discriminated against because he or she has filed a complaint, internally or externally, or has objected to, or testified about a possible violation of the law.

Questions about this policy may be directed as follows: Registrar Phone: 508-992-4025 ext. 300 Human Resources Director Phone: 508-992-4025 ext. 317

Drugs and Alcohol Policy In order to maintain a safe learning environment, all classrooms and training areas are drug and alcohol free. There is an absolute zero tolerance policy. The United States Coast Guard guideline for intoxication is 0.04% or greater by weight in the blood. Students suspected of attending class under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol are subject to testing.

The drugs that are tested for the standards established by the Dominica Maritime Administration include the following: Marijuana Cocaine Opiates Phencyclidine (PCP) Amphetamines Violation of this policy may result in removal from the Institute until a successful completion of a Drug or Alcohol Rehabilitation Program.

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How to Reach Us Office Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Eastern Time

Corporate Office 32 Washington Street Fairhaven, MA 02719 Main Line: (508) 992-4025 & (800) 767-4025 Fax: (508) 992-9184

Admissions Department

Registrar Main Line: (508) 992-4025 ext. 300 Fax: (508) 992-9184 Email: registration@northeastmaritime.org

Student Services Director of Information Resources Main Line: 508-992-4025 Fax: 508-992-9184 Email: studentservices@northeastmaritime.org

Commonwealth of Dominica Maritime Administration Mariner Licensing Division Director of Mariner Licensing and Credentials Main Line: (508) 992-7170 Fax: (508) 992-7120 Email: mariner@dominica-registry.org

Northeast Maritime Institute is licensed by the Office of Private Occupational School Education, Division of Professional Licensure located at 1000 Washington Street, Suite 710 Boston, MA 02118 Website: www.mass.gov/dpl General Phone: 617-727-5811 Email: Occupational.Schools@state.ma.us. www.northeastmaritime.org

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32 Washington Street Fairhaven, MA 02719 USA Tel: 508-992-4025 I Fax: 508-992-9184 registration@northeastmaritime.org www.northeastmaritime.org


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