Who needs NMA-NORWAY-COC?

NMA-NORWAY-COC applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. Recommended prerequisites: Norwegian-approved school + cadetship. Without NMA-NORWAY-COC, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.

Where can I get NMA-NORWAY-COC?

NMA-NORWAY-COC 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.

How long is NMA-NORWAY-COC valid?

5 years from issue, with a refresher required every 5 years. Plan your revalidation course before the expiry date; lapsed certificates may require re-sitting the full course rather than a refresher, and operators may refuse to extend a contract while a critical certificate is expired.

Sjøfartsdirektoratet CoC (Norway)

Code nma-norway-coc

Norwegian Maritime Authority CoC; STCW-compliant, recognised on most international flags.

Prerequisites: Norwegian-approved school + cadetship
Duration: —
Validity: 5 years
Refresher: every 5 years
Typical cost: —

Where to take this course

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

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Sjøfartsdirektoratet CoC (Norway): FAQ

What is the Sjøfartsdirektoratet CoC (Norway) (NMA-NORWAY-COC) certification?: Norwegian Maritime Authority CoC; STCW-compliant, recognised on most international flags. Category: National.
Who needs NMA-NORWAY-COC?: NMA-NORWAY-COC applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. Recommended prerequisites: Norwegian-approved school + cadetship. Without NMA-NORWAY-COC, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
Where can I get NMA-NORWAY-COC?: NMA-NORWAY-COC 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.
How long is NMA-NORWAY-COC valid?: 5 years from issue, with a refresher required every 5 years. Plan your revalidation course before the expiry date; lapsed certificates may require re-sitting the full course rather than a refresher, and operators may refuse to extend a contract while a critical certificate is expired.

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