Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Course 141

STCW Basic Training Personal Survival Techniques. This course includes theory taught in the classroom as well as practical assessments utilizing a local aquatic center.

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Course Description

This 1½ day course is one of the four modules of STCW Basic Safety Training. There are no tonnage limits on this course and it will satisfy STCW VI-1. This course includes theory taught in the classroom as well as practical assessments utilizing a local aquatic center.

Any applicant who successfully completes Personal Survival Techniques (MARTPT-363) course will satisfy:

  • The Personal Survival Techniques standards of competence required by 46 CFR 11.302(a)(1) and 12.602(a)(1); STCW Code Section A-VI/1 and Table A-VI/1-1, as amended 2010, meeting the National Assessment Guidelines from NVIC 08-14(Ch-1) Tasks 1.1.A, 1.2.A, 1.3.A, 1.3.B, 1.3.C, 1.4.A, 1.5.A, 1.6.A, 1.7.A, 1.8.A, 1.9.A, 1.10.A, 1.11.A, 1.12.A, 1.12.B, 1.13.A, 1.14.A, 1.14.B, 1.14.C, 1.14.D, 1.14.E, 1.14.F, 1.14.G, 1.14.H, 1.14.I, 1.14.J, 1.14.K, 1.14.L, 1.14.M, and 1.14.N.

Applicants need not submit completed Task Control sheets in application for an STCW endorsement.



Prerequisites

Must be at least 18 years of age,

and must be proficient in the English language.

and must be in good health and physically able to complete course assesments.

2 day class in Fort Lauderdale

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    03 Nov 2025 to 04 Nov 2025
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Required Materials

Valid Government Issued Photo ID, Paper, Pencil, Pen, Highlighter, For the in-water tasks: Bring a one-piece swimsuit or fitted swim trunks; rash guards are also acceptable. Bikinis are not recommended as they may be impractical or uncomfortable during activities like boarding a life raft from the water. Also, bring a towel, a change of clothes, sunscreen, and a hat for outdoor activities. Please note: This course is not recommended for pregnant women or those who cannot participate in moderate physical exertion.

 

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Testimonials

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Jonathan, Wednesday May 2024
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
The staff is beyond wonderful and helpful!
Nicole, Saturday May 2024
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Alan is a fantastic teacher!
William, Wednesday April 2024
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Amazing training! Amazing instructor! Super recommended!
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Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
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Julian, Tuesday December 2023
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Excellent instruction, facilities and friendly staff.
Angela, Tuesday November 2023
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Great learning experiences.....Nice and professional staff.....
Luis, Tuesday October 2023
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
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Paul, Tuesday December 2022
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Great experience! Looking forward to come back.
Alanna, Wednesday March 2022
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Outstanding! Very professional
Kelly, Tuesday January 2022
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
all around great, great instructor, facilities, and office staff. Thanks!
Joshua, Wednesday December 2021
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Check-in was incredibly efficient. All staff were very friendly and helpful. Course material was great. Very much enjoyed!!
Jennifer, Tuesday January 2021
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
This is an excellent institution with warm and genuine staff. As a newbie to the industry, this school has really given me confidence going into the industry. Keep up the great work!
Dwain, Tuesday September 2020
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Please don't change a thing. MPT always has truly the best instructors and amazing staff
John, Tuesday May 2019
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Doesn't get any better
Ron, Tuesday March 2019
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Great class, great instructor, absolutely loved the class.
Tina, Tuesday September 2018
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Course material and teacher was interesting, good energy.
Patrick, Tuesday August 2018
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Loved the school, very informative. Thanx
Marvin, Tuesday May 2018
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
I really appreciate Russ Keys professional teaching style, I am taking a week away from work to come to these (for me refresher), classes and I really appreciated the captivating way he managed to deliver 16 hours of information keep it interesting and always appear motivated
Boris, Wednesday November 2017
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
The instructors were all very knowledgable and put me to ease while doing the practical section of the course. Thank you .
Mianh, Tuesday March 2017
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Very professional, friendly & knowledgable. Highly recommended for good reason
Dustin, Tuesday April 2016
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Great teachers and very helpful!
Sheila, Tuesday September 2015
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Keep doing what you're doing. I felt it was well done all the way around.
Eric, Tuesday June 2015
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Very professional staff and well presented subject matter.
Harry, Tuesday June 2015
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Russ is the best!
Lisa, Tuesday December 2014
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
It was a great experience and I enjoyed walking in the door every morning and getting a great big smile from all the ladies in the front office.
Douglas, Tuesday June 2014
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
The pool time was great fun, informative and interactive!
Jessica, Thursday October 2013
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Great job!! Keep up the great work. Josh Mitchell
Joshua, Monday September 2013
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
The best
Kenneth, Thursday June 2013
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Have Ms. ANNE instruct more classes love her playful attitude
John, Monday June 2013
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Russ is a good, kind teacher. Thanks!
Dana, Friday February 2013
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
I would like to say that the front office staff and the instructor where the best I've meat yet to date! So many thanks to Ann Aylesworth and Steve Jakeway for making this invaluably the best training centre I've had the pleasure of going too!!
David, Saturday January 2013
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Overall, this was a flawless experience!
Amy, Monday October 2012
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Had a great time,great staff. Jeff was great!!!, very knowledgeable.
Thomas, Wednesday September 2012
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
Just for the short of time being in the office,I can't see any changes that could be made.
Warren, Tuesday September 2012
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)
You guys are doing great and I am learning a ton from your classes!
Damien, Tuesday August 2012
Personal Survival Techniques (PST) (MARTPT-363)