# Bridge Watch Rating
**Certificate** · 11 weeks (300 hrs)

An 11-week (300-hour) entry-level course for those seeking a sea-going career with little or no previous marine experience. Covers shipboard terminology, safety procedures, watchkeeping standards, and practical deckhand skills. Meets Transport Canada standards per TP10936. Graduates also receive the Radio Operators Certificate - Marine Commercial (ROC-MC) and Vessel Personnel with Security Responsibilities (VPWSR). The Bridge Watch Rating Certificate of Competency is issued by Transport Canada after completing the course and 60 days of sea service.

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|---|---|
| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | 11 weeks (300 hrs) |
| Campuses | Marine Training Centre |
| Delivery | In-person |
| Start dates | September 15, 2025, January 26, 2026, September 14, 2026, January 25, 2027 |
| Tuition (domestic) | 5950 |

## Prerequisites

- 18 years of age
- Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical
- STCW Basic Safety
- STCW Survival Craft
- Marine Basic First Aid

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