STCW stands for ‘Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping’.
STCW was agreed by Governments around the world to standardise training around the world.
STCW Basic Safety Training, as it is known today is required by all seafarers who are working onboard commercial ships or superyachts.
If you are seeking employment on a commercial ship, ferry, cruise ship or superyacht, you are required to complete a STCW Basic Safety Training Course.
. It is worth noting, all seafarers are required to complete a medical examination from specific doctors