MED SDV-BS - Small Non-Pleasure Domestic Vessel Basic Safety

Course overview

This course is designed to provide first time seafarers with the minimum training in personal survival techniques and firefighting for Canadian seafarers sailing solely on a small non-pleasure domestic vessel. In compliance with Transport Canada (TP 4957) Marine Personal Regulations, the following topics will be included: the basics of safety, hazards, emergency response, lifesaving and survival. This course includes a combination of in-class and practical exercises. To participate in this course, you must be at least 15 years of age.

Schedule and cost

Additional costs and fees

A College Services Fee and Student Association Fee will apply for part-time students registered in credit courses. In some instances, offerings of the same course across multiple terms may have a differing cost. For more information, including tuition and fees information for international students, please visit Costs & Fees.