Did you know that simply re-reading notes is one of the least effective ways to study? Instead, try:📌 Active recall (self-testing)📌 Spaced repetition (reviewing topics over time)📌 Explaining concepts in your own words At SafeSeas Training, we have built these techniques into our materials to help you retain information faster and longer. Ready to studyContinue reading “💡Stop wasting time on ineffective study methods.”
Category Archives: UK Maritime and Coastguard Orals
Maximising Your Cadetship: How SafeSeas Training Supports You Every Step of the Way
From day one of your cadetship to the final moments before your orals, SafeSeas Training is designed to support you at every step of the process – from your initial phase one exams, through to SQAs and orals. Our virtual learning platform is built to help you study the way you want, with written theory,Continue reading “Maximising Your Cadetship: How SafeSeas Training Supports You Every Step of the Way”
New questions added to the SafeSeas Training OOW orals assessment generator
Happy New Year! I have been a busy bee, but enjoyed it. I’ve added a further real UK MCA 80 questions to the SafeSeas Training Officer of the Watch Orals Generator. These include questions in the following categories: 🚢 COLREGS (including everyone’s favourites radar plots!) 🌅Navigation 🛟 Safety 👨⚖️Law ❄️Meterology 🏗️ Stability Each question hasContinue reading “New questions added to the SafeSeas Training OOW orals assessment generator”
Getting Into the Examiner’s Mindset: Your Key to Exam Success 🔑
Preparing for exams, whether it’s for your first set of SQA exams or your Master’s orals. It isn’t just about mastering the content—it’s about understanding the examiner’s mindset and exactly what they are looking for. I quickly explain how you can align your exam preparation, to ensure that you show the examiner exactly what theyContinue reading “Getting Into the Examiner’s Mindset: Your Key to Exam Success 🔑”
I’m in my last few months of sea time, how should I prepare for my UK MCA orals?
I often get asked this question so thought I would do a quick post to reach as many people as possible. During your last few months of sea time, start using your Bridge and Cargo time as though you are an already qualified Officer of the Watch. Half the battle is convincing the examiner thatContinue reading “I’m in my last few months of sea time, how should I prepare for my UK MCA orals?”
How to sail through your Nautical Science and UK MCA exams: The Ultimate Study Guide
Exams can be daunting, especially when they are professional exams. But never fear, SafeSeas Training will guide you through the steps to ensure that you pass your exams with ease. With the right strategies, you can optimise your study time and increase your chances of success. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you gain yourContinue reading “How to sail through your Nautical Science and UK MCA exams: The Ultimate Study Guide”
What types of question could be in the MCA orals?
The UK MCA orals are split into two parts, part A which is a computer based assessment and part B which is a one-to-one assessment with a UK MCA assessor. The questions in part B of the assessment can be from any part of the UK MCA syllabus which can be found in MIN 653Continue reading “What types of question could be in the MCA orals?”
What documents do you need to submit for your Notice of Eligibility and Certificate of Competency?
To apply for your Notice of Eligibility, if it is your first application for a Certificate of Competency, you need to submit the following original documents by post to the MCA: ⁃ Personal Survival Techniques ⁃ Fire prevention and fire fighting ⁃ Elementary first aid ⁃ Personal safety and social responsibility ⁃ Proficiency in survivalContinue reading “What documents do you need to submit for your Notice of Eligibility and Certificate of Competency?”
What is STCW and how does it relate to your UK Maritime and Coastguard Certificate of Competency?
STCW stands for the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, which is an International Maritime Organization (IMO) convention. The STCW convention sets out the minimum qualification standards required of all Masters, Officers and watch ratings on seagoing merchant ships. There are three different levels of competency: ⁃ Management ⁃ OperationalContinue reading “What is STCW and how does it relate to your UK Maritime and Coastguard Certificate of Competency?”
New Facebook group launched!
We have launched our new Facebook group, the UK Deck Cadet Support page. The purpose of this group is to support UK Cadets embarking on their UK Deck Cadetship journey to support each other. It doesn’t matter if you’re thinking of joining the Merchant Navy and have questions on how to get a Cadetship, aboutContinue reading “New Facebook group launched!”
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