WHEREAS, Regulations II/2 and III/2 of the 1978 STCW Convention, as amended, require that every candidate for certification to Management Level responsibilities shall have completed an approved education and training and meet the standards of competence specified in Section A of the STCW Code.

WHEREAS, the Maritime Training Council (Council), pursuant to Section 1 of the Letter of Instructions No. 1404 dated May 1, 1984 and Executive Order No. 242 dated May 12, 2000, is the agency responsible for the implementation of the 1978 STCW Convention, as amended.

WHEREAS, the Council is committed to maintain the highest standards and quality of maritime education and training and ensure that the requirements of the 1978 STCW Convention, as amended, are complied.

WHEREAS, the Council under Resolution No. 03, series of 2005, has adopted the revised Management Level courses for the Marine Deck and Engineer Officers as the approved education and training in accordance with the provisions of Regulations II/2 and III/2, respectively.

WHEREAS, to ensure quality of training and easy access to the mandatory education and training requirements of the aforementioned Convention for candidates to the Management Level responsibilities, the accreditation and supervision of training providers shall be opened to qualified institutions as defined in this resolution.

NOW, THEREFORE, the Council RESOLVES that the following standards and procedures in the accreditation of training providers of the approved Management Level courses are hereby adopted.

SECTION 1. Scope. This Resolution shall apply to all government and non-government institutions/organizations intending to apply for accreditation as a training provider in the conduct of education and training to candidates for certification to the Management Level responsibilities in accordance with the provisions of Regulations II/2 and III/2 of the Convention.

SECTION 2. Objective. It shall be the objective of this Resolution to provide standards and procedures for the accreditation and supervision of training providers for the Management Level courses.

SECTION 3. Definition of Terms:

3.1 Council - refers to the Maritime Training Council created pursuant to LOI 1404 and Executive Order 242 series - 2000

3.2 Executive Director - refers to the Executive Director of the MTC Secretariat

3.3 Convention - refers to the 1978 Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) for Seafarers Convention, as amended

3.4 STCW Code - refers to the Seafarers ™ Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Code comprising of Part A containing the mandatory standards regarding provisions of the Annex to the 1978 STCW Convention, as amended and Part B containing recommended guidance regarding provisions of the same Convention.

3.5 Accredited Training Provider - refers to government and non-government institutions or organizations accredited by the Council in accordance with the requirements under this resolution to conduct maritime education and training of candidates for certification to the Management Level responsibilities.

3.6 Operational Level - refers to the level of responsibility associated with:

a. serving as officer in charge of a navigational or engineering watch or as designated duty engineer for periodically unmanned machinery spaces or as radio operator on board seagoing ship, and

b. maintaining direct control over the performance of all functions within the designated area of responsibility in accordance with proper procedures and under the direction of an individual serving in the management level for that area of responsibility.

3.7 Management Level - refers to the level of responsibility associated with:

a. serving as Master, Chief Mate, Chief Engineer Officer or Second Engineer Officer on board a seagoing ship, and

b. ensuring that all functions within the designated area of responsibility are properly performed.

3.8 Approved Management Level Courses- refer to the approved education and training required of candidates for certification for Management Level responsibilities.

3.9 Organizations/Associations - refer to entities registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for specific maritime related activities, including education and training of seafarers.

3.10 Classroom Instruction - refers to the traditional mode of educational delivery in a formal setting inside the school using lectures, experiments, exercises among others as teaching methods / strategies.

3.11 Distance Education - refers to the mode of educational delivery whereby teacher and learner are separated in time and space, and instruction is delivered through specially designed materials and methods using appropriate technologies, and supported by organizational and administrative structures and arrangements

3.12 Function- refers to a group of tasks, duties and responsibilities as specified in the STCW Code.

3.13 Module- refers to a group of topics specified in each function of the course program

SECTION 4. Training Providers. The following shall be qualified to apply for accreditation as training providers:

4.1 Government and non-government institutions conducting maritime education and training; or

4.2 Maritime organizations or associations conducting education and training courses to seafarers of their members.

SECTION 5. Approving Authority. The Council shall approve the accreditation of education and training providers for the Management Level courses.

SECTION 6. Implementing Authority. The Executive Director is hereby authorized to implement the provisions of this Resolution and to sign the Certificate of Accreditation to training providers approved by the Council.

SECTION 7. General Provisions:

7.1 Only training providers duly accredited by the Council shall be recognized to conduct the approved Management Level courses.

7.2 Only certificates of training issued by accredited training providers shall be recognized for purposes of certification required under the Convention.

7.3 Training providers shall ensure that certificates of training will only be issued to candidates who have completed and passed the assessment required of the particular function/s.

7.4 A candidate shall complete the approved course program within 36 months from the time he/she started the training course.

7.5 A candidate opting to enroll by module in a function is required to complete the modules comprising the particular function in one training provider.

7.6 Candidates shall be allowed to enroll for another function in another training provider, subject to the provision of 7.5 hereof;

7.7 A candidate may complete the Management Level Course conducted thru distance education.

7.8 Candidates shall be issued corresponding certificate of completion after passing the required assessment.

SECTION 8. Application for Accreditation:

8.1 A Letter of Intent shall be submitted to the Executive Director which shall specify the following:

8.1.1 the MLC course/s being applied for accreditation;
8.1.2 legal personality of the applicant (if the applicant is a non-government entity);
8.1.3 commitment to comply with all the requirements provided in this Resolution;
8.1.4 other relevant information:

 

* fees to be charged per function/course
* grant or subsidies from donors, if any
* organizational structure/key officials

8.2 Only upon notification/advice from the MTC Executive Director shall an application for accreditation, accomplished in prescribed form, be filed with the Secretariat.

8.3 The application for accreditation shall be accompanied by the following documents:

8.3.1 SEC incorporation papers ( for non-government institutions)
8.3.2 Sketch Plan of training site (office, classroom, practical training, etc.)
8.3.3 Library facilities
8.3.4 Safe occupancy permit
8.3.5 Medical services
8.3.6 Description of mode of delivery (e.g. classroom or distance learning)
8.3.7 Description of simulator equipment

8.4 After the application for accreditation has been evaluated and all the information therein have been found to be in compliance with the requirements, the applicant shall be notified of the date of inspection to verify and confirm that all information submitted are true and correct. However, if there is any deficiency found in the application for accreditation, the applicant shall be notified thereof for its corrective action. No inspection shall be conducted until all requirements are met.

8.5 The application for accreditation shall be invalidated if the applicant fails to take appropriate action on any deficiency within 30 days from receipt of the notice of deficiency.

8.6 Application for accreditation shall be by course program (deck or engineering). The titles of the approved courses for accreditation and corresponding functions are:

8.6.1 Management Level Course for Marine Deck Officers

 

* Function 1 - Advanced Navigation
* Function 2 - Advanced Cargo Handling and Stowage
* Function 3 -Advanced Shipboard Operation and Management

8.6.2 Management Level Course for Marine Engineer Officers

 

* Function 1 - Marine Engineering at the Management Level
* Function 2 - Electrical, Electronic and Control Engineering at the Management Level
* Function 3 - Maintenance and Repair at Management Level
* Function 4 - Controlling the Operation of the Ship and Care for Persons on Board at the Management Level

SECTION 9. Staff Requirements. Every training provider for the Management Level courses shall be required to have a Training Supervisor, a minimum of two (2) Instructors for each function of the course program and an Assessor for each course. The qualification requirements shall be as follows:

9.1 Training Director

9.1.1 At least a college graduate
9.1.2 With at least one (1) year background experience in maritime education and training
9.1.3 Familiar with the training program for the Management Level responsibilities, including instructional techniques and assessment methods and practice and the STCW Convention
9.1.4 Certificated in IMO Model Course 3.12
9.1.5 Certificated in IMO Model Course 6.09, or any of its equivalent, subject to the approval by the Executive Director.

9.2 Instructors

9.2.1 Management Level Course - Marine Deck Officer

9.2.1.1 At least two (2) years seagoing service as a Master onboard ships of 3,000 GT or more
9.2.1.2 Certificated in IMO Model Course 6.09 or its equivalent training
9.2.1.3 One (1) year relevant teaching experience and qualified in the task for which training is being conducted
9.2.1.4 Attended instructors training for Management Level course pre- scribed/recognized by MTC
9.2.1.5 If conducting training with the use of simulator, shall have re- ceived appropriate guidance in instructional techniques involving the use of simulators and gained practical operational experience on the particular type of simulator being used.

9.2.2. Management Level Course - Marine Engineer Officer

9.2.2.1 Two (2) years seagoing service as a Chief Engineer Officer on-board ships of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more.
9.2.2.2 Certificated in IMO Model Course 6.09 or its equivalent training
9.2.2.3 One (1) year relevant teaching experience and qualified in the task for which training is being conducted
9.2.2.4 Attended instructors training for management level course prescribed/ recognized by MTC
9.2.2.5 If conducting training with the use of simulator, shall have received appropriate guidance in instructional techniques involving the use of simulators and gained practical operational experience on the particular type of simulator being used.

9.3 Assessors

9.3.1 Management Level Course - Marine Deck Officer

9.3.1.1 Management Level Officer with at least two (2) years seagoing service in that capacity.
9.3.1.2 Certificated in IMO Model Course 3.12 with at least two (2) years appropriate practical assessment experience.
9.3.1.3. If conducting assessment with the use of simulators, shall possess appropriate certificate for conducting practical assessment with the use of such simulator.

9.3.2 Management Level Course - Marine Engineer Officer

9.3.2.1 Management Level Officer with at least two (2) years seagoing service in that capacity.
9.3.2.2 Certificated in IMO Model Course 3.12 with at least two (2) years appropriate practical assessment experience
9.3.2.3. If conducting assessment with the use of simulators, shall possess appropriate certificate for conducting practical assessment with the use of such simulator.

9.4 Resource Persons - The training provider shall be allowed to engage the services of other persons with established expertise on particular topic/s. The topics which can be lectured by Resource Person/s are identified in the course syllabi.

SECTION 10. Conduct of Classroom Instructions. Classroom instruction shall be conducted in accordance with the course framework, contents, timetable and course syllabus of the approved Management Level course for Marine Deck or Marine Engineer Officers.

SECTION 11. Entry Standard. The following standards shall apply:

11.1 Management Level course for the Deck Department is open to Marine Deck Officers who are holders of STCW ™95 Certificates at the operational level with at least six (6) months seagoing service in that capacity

11.2 Management Level course for the Engine Department is open to Marine Engineer Officers who are holders of STCW ™95 Certificates at the operational level with at least six (6) months seagoing service in that capacity.

SECTION 12. Course Intake Limitation. Trainees shall not exceed 24 in a class. Practical training using laboratory equipment or simulator shall follow the man-machine ratio as specified in the course syllabi.

SECTION 13. Standard Classroom. A Classroom shall be at least 42 square meters in area for 24 students. It shall be well-lighted, ventilated, clean and equipped with white board, OHP, multi-media equipment and tables and chairs for students.

SECTION 14. Training Equipment. The following shall comprise the mandatory minimum equipment as prescribed in the Management Level course:

14.1 Management Level course for Marine Deck Officers

 

Function 1: Full mission bridge simulator
Function 2: Automatic data base simulator (ADB) and Cargo handling simulator
Function 3: None

14.2 Management Level course for Marine Engineer Officers

 

Function 1: Engine-room simulator
  Refrigeration trainer
  Hydraulic/pneumatic trainer
Function 2: Automation and instrumentation trainer
  Electro-mechanical trainer
Function 3: None
Function 4: None

SECTION 15. Training Aids, Textbooks and References. Training Providers shall be required to provide the training aids, textbooks and references specified in the course framework of the approved Management Level courses.

SECTION 16. Use of Simulators. For training and assessment in functions using simulators, the provisions of Regulation I/12 of the 1978 STCW Convention, as amended and Section A-I/12 of the STCW Code shall be considered, particularly on training procedures and the qualifications of instructors and assessors.

SECTION 17. Quality System. Training providers shall establish a quality system that conforms to the general requirements, key elements and independent evaluation specified under Section 14 of MTC Resolution No. 03, series of 1998.

SECTION 18. Assessment. Candidates before being issued a Certificate of Training under a particular function shall be assessed in accordance with approved procedures.

SECTION 19. Ocular Inspection:

19.1 Ocular inspection shall be conducted to verify and confirm the information provided in the application for accreditation.

19.2 Any information stated in the application which does not conform to the actual findings shall be recorded as a major or minor deficiency, depending upon the degree of deviation from the given standard.

19.3 A post inspection conference shall be conducted with the responsible officials af- ter the inspection. The findings of the inspection team shall be made known to the said officials of the applicant training provider.

19.4 Paid prescribed fees.

19.5 A report of inspection shall be submitted to the Executive Director for appropriate action.

SECTION 20. Review of Report. The Executive Director shall order the review of the report of the inspecting team by the Technical Working Group to ensure that all the requirements for accreditation are being complied with. The TWG shall submit its findings and recommendations to the Executive Director for appropriate action.

SECTION 21. Recommendation for Approval. The Executive Director, after considering the findings and recommendation of the Technical Working Group, shall forward to the Council, for its approval, the applications for accreditation.

SECTION 22. Issue of Certificate of Accreditation. The Council shall approve the application for accreditation and issue the corresponding Certificate of Accreditation in accordance with Section 6 hereof if the applicant training provider has complied and met all the requirements under this Resolution. The Certificate of Accreditation shall be valid for three (3) years from the date of issue unless sooner revoked for cause.

SECTION 23. Review and Monitoring Arrangement. The MTC Secretariat shall:

23.1 Review periodically the herein standards and procedures to ensure its effectiveness and relevance in attaining the objective of providing the highest standards of training.

23.2 Monitor regularly the training and assessment activities of the training providers vis- -vis their compliance with the standards and procedures.

SECTION 24. Responsibilities of Training Providers. Training providers shall:

24.1 Conduct training only at the venue approved by the MTC.

24.2 Continuously monitor training and assessment activities and ensure that corrective actions are taken on deficiencies discovered.

24.3 Submit to the MTC Secretariat the following reports:

24.3.1 List of enrollees on or before the start of training in any of the functions.

24.3.2 List of trainees who have successfully completed training in a particular function.

24.3.3 List of trainees who have been accorded œequivalency  credits and the courses or experiences considered for equivalency.

24.3.4 List of trainees who completed a given module in a particular function.

24.3.5 Names of resource persons conducting lectures.

24.4 Cooperate with the authorized inspectorate conducting announced or unannounced inspection or monitoring.

24.5 Attend briefing or orientation seminar that the Council may conduct or hold for training providers.

24.6 Abide with all lawful instructions, orders or directives issued by the Council.

SECTION 25. Renewal of Certificate of Accreditation:

25.1 Application for renewal of accreditation shall be filed at least six (6) months before the expiry date of the certificate;

25.2 In case of non-filing of application for renewal before the prescribed period, the training conducted after the validity of accreditation and the training certificates issued in connection thereof shall not be recognized by concerned government agencies;

25.3 The application for renewal of accreditation of a course program shall only be considered if:

25.3.1 the quality system is maintained in accordance with Section 17 hereof;
and
25.3.2 all deficiencies or non-conformities found during re-inspection or monitoring on the training program by the MTC inspectorate are corrected.
25.3.3 the training provider is in good standing at the time of application for renewal.

SECTION 26. Disapproval of Application. The following shall be grounds for disapproval of application for accreditation:

26.1 failure to comply with any of the following:

26.1.1 all the pre-requisites for accreditation per Section 8;
26.1.2 present correct or true information in the self-assessment form and other attachment to the application; and
26.1.3 pay prescribed fees.

26.2 conducting training without appropriate approval from the Council.

SECTION 27. Suspension/Revocation of Accreditation. Non-compliance with any condition for accreditation shall be ground for suspension/ revocation of accreditation. This is without prejudice to the application of procedures in the administrative investigation of maritime training centers for violation of training standards and corresponding table of penalties as embodied in MTC Resolution No. 8, series of 2000, as may be prescribed and approved by the Council.

SECTION 28. Distance Education and Training. The Council shall establish appropriate standards and procedures in accreditation and supervision of training providers of courses in the Management Level conducted thru distance education.

SECTION 29. Equivalency. Compliance with a particular module by a candidate may be considered upon submission of certificates of completion of identified equivalent courses/s provided the candidate shall pass the assessment for the particular function. A Table of Equivalency shall be prescribed for this purpose.

SECTION 30. Directory of Training Providers and Registry of Trained Candidates. The MTC Secretariat shall:

30.1 Maintain, update and publish a directory of accredited training providers.

30.2 Maintain a registry of candidates who have completed the Management Level courses.

SECTION 31. Transitional Provision. Candidates who have successfully completed the relevant functions in the pilot classes conducted by the National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP) and the Philippine Maritime Education and Training Foundation/ International Maritime Training Trust (PMF/IMTT) pursuant to MTC Resolution No. 4, series of 2002 and Resolution No. 3, series of 2003, respectively, shall be recognized and deemed to be in compliance with Section 7.3 of this Resolution.

SECTION 32. Repealing Clause. Issuances inconsistent with this Resolution are hereby superseded, repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 33. Effectivity. This Resolution shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or in any newspaper of general circulation, whichever is earlier.

Adopted: 23 Nov. 2005

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Approved:
(SGD.) MANUEL G. IMSON
Undersecretary, Department of Labor and Employment
Presiding Chair, Maritime Training Council
(SGD.) LEONOR TRIPON-ROSERO	(SGD.) ROSALINDA D. BALDOZ
Chairperson, Professional Regulation	Administrator, Philippine Overseas
Commission (PRC)	Employment Administration (POEA)
(SGD.) MARIANITO D. ROQUE	(SGD.) VICENTE D. SUAZO, JR.
Administrator, Overseas Worker	Administrator, Maritime Industry
Welfare Administration (OWWA)	Authority (MARINA)
(SGD.) VICENTE F. ALDANESE, JR.	(SGD.) GREGORIO S. OCA
Private Sector Representative	Private Sector Representative
	Associate Marine Officers and
	Seamen ™s Union of the Philippines (AMOSUP)
(SGD.) MC ARTHUR CORSINO	(SGD.) GAMALIEL A. CORDOBA
Acting Assistant Secretary	Deputy Executive Secretary
Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)	Office of the President (OP)
Attested:
(SGD.) RAMON T. TIONLOC, JR.
Acting Executive Director
Maritime Training Council (MTC)