Designated Security Duties (DSD) Online

Online, STCW

Course also known as: DSD

AMSA-approved course Designated Security Duties course completed online, in your own time, and from anywhere in the world.

Equips trainees with the tools and skills to demonstrate competence to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities as listed in Table A-VI/6-2 of the STCW Code.

Who should participate?

Seafarers who are designated to perform security duties, including anti-piracy and anti-armed-robbery-related activities.

Certification

The following certificate will be issued by AMC to participants who successfully complete the course:

  • Designated Security Duties (AMSA approved), meeting the requirements of STCW Reg VI/6 and Code Section A-VI/6, Table A-VI/6-2

AMSA Information

AMSA approved, in accordance with Marine Order 70 (Seafarer Certification) 2014.

Equipment Required

Designated Security Duties online is provided using the University of Tasmania’s online learning environment, MyLO.

The course involves the viewing of multiple videos, which require a reasonable internet connection speed. Please note that to complete the final assessment you will need access to a web camera.

Computer setup: please check your browser is set up to use MyLO by checking this browser information.

Designated Security Duties was clear and informative, and I gained a lot.

David Wendelken


  • Duration: Online, approximately 10 hours
  • AMSA Approved Course
  • Course Options: (GST exempt)
    Course Fee | Online | $640

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AMC Search (AMCS) is operating a COVID-Safe campus aligned with the protocols and procedures established by the University of Tasmania. The safety and wellbeing of staff, students and the broader community is an absolute priority for the University of Tasmania.

We strongly encourage everyone to remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations but no longer require our students to be vaccinated to come to our university campuses, facilities or events.

Payment methods accepted:

  • Register now and pay later (payment required 15 days before the course starts)
  • Credit Card (online or via (03) 6324-9850)
  • Bank Deposit
  • Company sponsorship.

Detailed payment options are available here.

Face to face courses

Cancellations up to 15 working days prior to the scheduled date will be accepted without penalty. Cancellations less than 15 working days will be subject to 100% cancellation fee.

AMC Search reserves the right to cancel the course 15 working days prior to the scheduled date if insufficient registrations are received. Any fees paid for cancelled courses will be refunded in full.

When making flight bookings please ensure you book on a fully refundable basis.

Online courses

Payment of course fees, or authorisation to invoice from your company, is required before access to the online learning environment is provided. Please note, it will take between 2-4 business days to provide your access to the online course if you have not studied previously with AMC Search, the Australian Maritime College or the University of Tasmania.

The Designated Security Duties Course consists of:

  • Four learning resource sections including written information, images and videos.
  • Four progress checks.
  • One final assessment, which requires access to a webcam.

The progress checks and final assessment require a pass mark of equal to or greater than 70% for each. You have three attempts at each assessment, and failure to gain the 70% required pass mark after the three attempts results in failure of the course. You will need to pay the course fee again to continue.

On successfully completing this course you will be able to:

  • Maintain the conditions set out in the Ship’s Security Plan.
  • Recognise security threats and risks.
  • Undertake regular security inspections of the ship.
  • Understand how to use security equipment and systems.

Online Delivery