The Basic Requirements of being a Seaman

Are you dreaming of becoming a seaman someday? Probably yes, because many of the Filipinos are using this profession as a springboard to make capital money for future investments. If you will survey all of the big houses in your neighborhood, you will notice that all of the big houses are owned by local businessmen, OFWs or Seaman. Thus, it is safe to say that having “seafarer” as a profession gives us a great opportunities to achieve our dreams financially.

By the way, what are the basic requirements to become a seaman?

Basic Sea Man Training

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Basic Seaman Training or STCW 95 is the training given to entry level seafarers who wants to work on boats, ships and yachts over 24 meters. It is a 7 day training course in which you need to pass the following:

Sea Survival Techniques
Personal Safety and Social Responsibility
First Aid
Fire Fighting and Fire Prevention

After completing and passing this 7-day course, you will be given a STCW95 certification.

Seaman’s Book

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After passing the BST, one of the most important requirements is the Seaman’s book or the Seaman’s Identification Record Book. It is a small booklet (like a passport) which contains all of your work records onboard. It is presented and stamped on by your maritime company if you will be employed on a ship. It is also a requirement if you will be getting a working visa from POEA.

If you don’t have a Seaman’s book yet, you can click this link: How to get a Seaman’s book

After Getting the Seaman’s Book

Bring your STCW 95 certificate, Seaman’s book and passport and apply with trusted agencies here in the Philippines. If hired, you need to register at POEA to become an officially registered seaman where a Seafarers Registration Certificate will be issued afterwards.

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