FOR INDIVIDUALS

Furthering your career should not be a lottery.

Whether you're preparing for your next MCA written and oral exams—from OOW to Master and EOOW—or looking to develop new skills for a career ashore or in another maritime sector, we offer flexible solutions tailored to fit your work and leave schedule.

Our structured programmes are designed specifically for maritime professionals who need comprehensive MCA exam preparation but are unable to commit to long periods at college. Prepare confidently for your next Certificate of Competency with training that works around your career.

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12 months access to materials and support

Fit sessions and studying around your work pattern

‘Live’ and recorded tutorial sessions – available to catch-up
on demand

Oral Examination
Preparation

Preparing for your MCA oral examinations requires a flexible and comprehensive approach that fits around your professional commitments.

Our online oral preparation course is delivered through a dynamic digital education programme designed to be engaging, up-to-date, and relevant. We provide a clear study plan and structured programme, supported by expert guidance to help you confidently navigate your exam preparation.

Our course is delivered in two phases for maximum impact. First, you’ll build a strong foundation of knowledge with our digital materials, fully aligned with the MCA oral examination syllabus. Then, you’ll join interactive online tutorial sessions that deepen your understanding and help you develop responses that clearly demonstrate your competence.

Prepare smarter and succeed with flexible, expert-led support every step of the way.

Engaging and relevant materials

‘Flipped Classroom’ approach to delivery

Small class sizes – to encourage interaction and maximise face-to-face time

Catch-up on demand with recorded sessions

We offer structured preparation programmes and one-to-one sessions for:

Master Unlimited
Chief Mate Unlimited
OOW Unlimited
Master 500
EOOW

Written Examination Preparation

Our MCA SQA Chief Mate written preparatory course for the Navigation and Stability exams was carefully developed and refined over two years to ensure it delivers real results.

The outcome? Candidates gain a deeper understanding of core principles, theory, and practical applications—leading to an impressive pass rate in the MCA SQA Written Exams.

With 12 months of unlimited access to expert support and comprehensive study materials, you'll have the flexibility to plan your learning, strengthen your knowledge, and confidently tackle even the most challenging SQA MCA exam questions.

Set yourself up for success with a course designed to help you pass and progress in your maritime career!

Comprehensive materials and content to reinforce and build on underpinning knowledge

Rolling programme of ‘live’ tutorials with experienced lecturers. Available to catch-up on demand

Partnership with South Shields Marine School for a seamless pathway to an examination centre and short course completion

We are also delighted to partner with South Shields Marine School which enables us to offer an enhanced service to our students. Prepare with Onboard Maritime and attend South Shields Marine School for four weeks prior to the exam to undertake short courses, final exam preparation and sit the exam.

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Plan Your Next Move

Keeping your knowledge and skills up to date is more important than ever in an industry experiencing rapid technological and legislative changes.

With our accredited programmes you can keep your knowledge current as well as identify new skills which may assist in transitioning your career in the future.

With access to our learning portal, you can choose a specific pathway or select topics and modules that are of interest. Some of the options to choose include:

CPD microlearning modules – recognised by the Nautical Institute

SQA Leadership and Management – SCQF Level 6

Transition from Ship to Shore

Your Career Development Partner

We understand the challenges you face in trying to balance work, family, and the requirement of further studies to achieve the next level of certificate of competency.

Our programmes and pathways have been designed to support you through every aspect of your career and the different twists and turns it will take!

We are experts in the design and delivery of digital education courses which can provide you with the flexibility, knowledge, understanding and adaptability that you need throughout your career.

Speak to us and take the first steps in creating a personalised study solution that meets your needs.