Train the Simulator Trainer and Assessor Course [TSTA]
TSTA Course Description:
The TSTA course is a 5-day program for maritime training institutes and staff. It teaches how to develop and deliver simulator-based training that meets international standards. The course helps instructors understand seafarers’ needs, effective simulation methods, and good teaching practices, so they can design training policies and evaluate training effectively.
Find TSTA Course Near You at the Best Affordable Price
The TSTA course is offered by 5 DG Shipping-approved institutes across India, including locations in Maharashtra, Delhi, and Tamil Nadu.
With the STCW Course Finder Portal, you can compare the prices of different colleges and choose the starting date and your preferred location for the STCW Course. With this portal, you can find a TSTA Course in Mumbai or even a TSTA course in Chennai. No more wasting time surfing websites or calling colleges.
Eligibility for TSTA Course
To attend the TSTA Course, you need to clear all of the points mentioned below.
- Seafarer / prospective simulator trainers and assessors who have undergone Vertical Integration Course for Trainers (VICT).
- E-Learning Requirement:-
- As per DG Shipping Guidelines, candidates can only appear for the final examination (Exit Exam/Institute Exam) after completing the course’s E-Learning Module.
Documents Required for TSTA Course
To apply for the TSTA course you need a list of documents such as:
- INDoS Id
- A valid VICT STCW certificate.
- Valid Certificate of Competency (CoC)
- Valid Medicals by a D.G. Shipping Approved Doctor (Click here for the list of DGS Approved Doctors)
- A valid passport.
TSTA Course Details
Upon successful completion of the course, the trainee will be able to train and assess the students using simulator systems. They will be able to:
- Identify and explain different types of simulators,
- Understand the relevance of simulators in maritime training,
- Understand simulator pedagogy in the use of training on a maritime simulator,
- Incorporate the application of the psychology of learning into the design of simulation training programs,
- Identify the elements for planning a simulator training program,
- Demonstrate the skills of conducting simulator training,
- Formulate simulation exercises and training programs
- Conduct briefings and debriefings.
- Plan and prepare objective assessment criteria and methodology.
TSTA Course Fees
TSTA course fees depend on college to college. The TSTA course fees can vary from ₹20,000 – ₹25,000, so ensure you select the right college with our STCW Course Finder Portal.
Complete Process for TSTA Exit Exam
1. E-Learning Requirements for TSTA Exit Exam
- Minimum Study Hours: 12 hours
- Passing Marks: 70%
2. Steps to Complete E-Learning:
- Visit the DG Shipping website and access the e-learning portal.
- Click on Modular Courses, enroll in TSTA, and log in with face verification.
- Complete the required e-learning hours and attempt the assessment exam.
- Upon passing, candidates become eligible for 5-day classroom training at a DG Shipping-approved MTI.
- After classroom training, candidates must take the Exit Exam on the DG Shipping website.
3. TSTA Exit Exam Details
- Total Questions: 30
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Passing Marks: 15
- Marks per Question: 1
- Mandatory to Attempt: All questions
How to Download the TSTA Course Certificate?
- After completing E-Learning, Offline Training, and the Exit Exam, the MTI generates the STCW TSTA certificate.
- The certificate can be downloaded through the Indos CoP Checker on the DG Shipping website.
- If you face any difficulty in downloading, refer to our step-by-step video guide on how to download the STCW certificate. Click on the link to watch the video.
What is the TSTA Certificate Validity?
- The STCW certificate is valid indefinitely.
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