NEBOSH International General Certificate

Code nebosh-igc

Internationally recognised HSE qualification; widely required of marine superintendents, terminal supervisors, port HSE staff.

Prerequisites: —
Duration: 80 hours
Validity: —
Refresher: —
Typical cost: ~$1200 USD

Where to take this course

Country guides list accredited training centres in the major seafarer-supplying nations:

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NEBOSH International General Certificate: FAQ

What is the NEBOSH International General Certificate (NEBOSH-IGC) certification?: Internationally recognised HSE qualification; widely required of marine superintendents, terminal supervisors, port HSE staff. Category: Safety.
Who needs NEBOSH-IGC?: NEBOSH-IGC applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. No formal prerequisites are listed in our directory. Without NEBOSH-IGC, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
How long does NEBOSH-IGC take?: Typical course duration is 80 hours (10 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 NEBOSH-IGC 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 NEBOSH-IGC?: NEBOSH-IGC 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.

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NEBOSH International General Certificate: FAQ

What is the NEBOSH International General Certificate (NEBOSH-IGC) certification?

Internationally recognised HSE qualification; widely required of marine superintendents, terminal supervisors, port HSE staff. Category: Safety.

Who needs NEBOSH-IGC?

NEBOSH-IGC applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. No formal prerequisites are listed in our directory. Without NEBOSH-IGC, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.

How long does NEBOSH-IGC take?

Typical course duration is 80 hours (10 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 NEBOSH-IGC 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 NEBOSH-IGC?

NEBOSH-IGC 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.