Designated Person Ashore Training
Code designated-person-ashore
ISM Code Section 4 DPA training; required before assuming the Designated Person role linking ship and shore management.
- Prerequisites
- —
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Validity
- —
- Refresher
- every 3 years
- Typical cost
- ~$1200 USD
Per IMO MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.6 Guidelines on the Qualifications, Training and Experience for the DPA.
Where to take this course
Country guides list accredited training centres in the major seafarer-supplying nations:
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Designated Person Ashore Training: FAQ
- What is the Designated Person Ashore Training (DESIGNATED-PERSON-ASHORE) certification?
- ISM Code Section 4 DPA training; required before assuming the Designated Person role linking ship and shore management. Category: Management.
- Who needs DESIGNATED-PERSON-ASHORE?
- DESIGNATED-PERSON-ASHORE applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. No formal prerequisites are listed in our directory. Without DESIGNATED-PERSON-ASHORE, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
- How long does DESIGNATED-PERSON-ASHORE take?
- Typical course duration is 24 hours (3 working days at 8h/day). This is face-to-face or blended-learning time at an approved training centre; revalidation refresher courses are usually shorter. Plan against your sea leave window before booking.
- How much does DESIGNATED-PERSON-ASHORE cost?
- Typical cost is around US$1200 at an approved provider. Cost varies widely by country and training centre quality; many shipping companies cover the course fee as part of the contract. Check with your manning agent or fleet department before paying out of pocket.
- Where can I get DESIGNATED-PERSON-ASHORE?
- DESIGNATED-PERSON-ASHORE is delivered by approved training centres in most major maritime training countries. Use our /training-centres directory and the certifications-by-country filters to find an approved provider near you. The flag administration of your seaman's book may also publish a list of accepted providers.