The course objective is 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.
This course is delivered on NEMO°, our learning management system followed by the final examination being administered in our USCG approved HALO Examination software and an online assessment with one of our USCG approved instructors. You will receive 3 attempts for your exam. If you fail all 3 attempts, you must pay a retake fee of $25.00.
Topics include: Security Threats and Patterns; Dangerous Weapons, Substances and Devices; Security Measures; Crowd Control; Communications; Security Equipment and Systems; and Physical Searches.
Our VPDSD Course is delivered on NEMO°, our learning management system followed a final examination being administered in our USCG approved HALO Examination software and an online meeting with a USCG approved instructor.
USCG Approval:
Any applicant who has successfully completed your Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD) (On-Line) (NOREMI-780) course will satisfy the training requirements of 46 CFR 12.625(a)(1) and STCW Table A-VI/6-2 for an STCW endorsement as Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties.
For assessment scheduling information, please contact our Registration Office: 508-992-4025 / registration@northeastmaritime.com
PRICE: $225.00 USD (eff. 10/01/2021)