
When available intakes are full, qualified applicants are wait-listed.Īpplicants must meet all entrance requirements prior to applying to this program. The ELP categories replace the previous English requirements.Īpplicants must meet all entrance requirements and will be accepted on a first qualified basis as long as space remains. Applications submitted for intakes scheduled to start on or after September 1, 2024, (or received starting Octofor programs with rolling start dates) will be evaluated using the new English Language Proficiency (ELP) categories. This will allow students who have met their English Language Proficiency requirements using a method other than BC Secondary School English to easily see the equivalent option for their desired program. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: Effective Fall 2024, BCIT will implement English Language Proficiency (ELP) categories for programs requiring a minimum of English 12 with 50%, 67%, or 73% into Categories 1,2,3, and Graduate Studies. To achieve full Transport Canada certification, you must complete an additional two months of sea time, as well as STCW Basic Safety Training ( MEDI 1510) and STCW Survival Craft training ( MEDI 1810).

Please note: this Transport Canada accredited course requires 90% attendance and an aggregated 70% passing grade. Successful completion will also make you eligible for four months of sea time remission. Marine Basic First Aid Certificate (MBFA).Industry Canada Radio Restricted Operator Certificate – Maritime Commercial (ROC – MC).BCIT Recognition of Training in Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).This 12-week full-time entry-level program is based on modular courses and provides you with the following training certificates: Get the skills you need for a career at seaīridge Watch Rating forms part of a team involved in the following activities: Get more information on the fully-funded Bridge Watch Rating for Women and Indigenous Learners. Contact the BMC Admissions/Registration office at 60 for available dates. The program is offered three times per year, March, September and December. This program is designed to provide entry-level personnel with base-level knowledge of seamanship to prepare you for a career at sea with BC Ferries, the Canadian Coast Guard, local companies and other Canadian companies operating ships and vessels.

We’ll teach you all of the essential knowledge and skills related to the practice of seamanship, navigation, standards of safe working procedures, and the hazards associated with the marine environment. The Bridge Watch Rating Associate Certificate is the foundation to beginning your career at sea.
