Minimum Requirements for entry into the DPVM Scheme shall be as follows:

Following the 2010 Manila amendments to the STCW Convention and Code, The Nautical Institute (the NI) has implemented the following criteria for entry into the DP Vessel Maintainer training scheme:

The minimum qualification is set at STCW Regulation III/1 – III /2 – III/3 – III/6 Engine and Regulation III/6 for ETOs. The Nautical Institute will also accept anyone on a case by case basis that holds a technical officer’s position on any DP vessel. This does not include ratings.

The training centre theory part and NI online exam for the course may also be attended by relevant shore-based Technical staff and DPO and technical Cadets to improve their knowledge and they can be issued a certificate of completion (Theory Only).

To be issued a Key Technical DP Personnel Certificate (The DP Vessel Maintainer’ Course Certificate) you must be serving as part of the vessel Technical staff. i.e. Engineer or ETO.

Source: The Nautical Institute Certification and Accreditation Standard - Vol 1 - Training and Certification - V1 - January 2022