It’s this time of our seafaring life that we need to hit back training centers and get refresher courses. The 5 yearly refresher requirement is a sure way we remain competent, per STCW 2010 Convention. In this blog, we’ll talk about Basic Training COP Revalidation Requirements and how to process it in MISMO.
What Basic Training course should I take?
This is a common question that we must clarify. Do not be confused on what Basic Training to take. There are 2 types of BT course available – Basic Training (which is 10 day full course) and Basic Training Refresher (2-3 days).
What to take? If you did not take any BT in the past, then you need to take the Basic Training Full Course. Take only the Basic Training Refresher if you are going to revalidate or renew your COP in Basic Training. This event occurs every 5 years.
So, are we clear now? Then let’s proceed to the next step.
Why do we need to take refresher courses?
Straight on point, we need to take it whether we like it or not. Lets take a quote on the STCW Code Part A, Chapter VI-3.
If only, the Administration will accept our onboard training and drills as evidence, then it is likely we will not take this refresher courses.
BT COP Revalidation Application
In contrast to BT COP Issuance, I am confident that the end-user has already an active MISMO account. No MISMO yet? Click here to create one.
First, log on to your MISMO account by going to https://online-appointment.marina.gov.ph/
Second, is your profile up to date? Update it first then click Select Transaction Button.
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Third, the Transaction window will show up. Choose Certification. Tick Revalidation and same with Issuance, Select COP as class, then Function as BASIC TRAINING (BT).
Tick the declaration button. Then click Proceed.
You can notice that there is a drop down button that says Certification 1. It means it’s the first certification that the system will receive upon your application. If you want to revalidate another COP, just click Add Certification.
Fourth, after you click Proceed, you will be redirected to the Application page. Your application will be saved as draft until you click the submit button. But before you click that, upload the requirements first.
Basic Training COP Revalidation Requirements via MISMO.
Remember, only 1MB is the file size. After you have uploaded all the required requirements, you can scroll up and click the Submit button.
You are now subject for Online Evaluation…
Fifth, once you hit the Submit button, you are now subject for online evaluation. This means that the documents you uploaded will be checked and verified by the MARINA Online Evaluator team.
They said that the online evaluation can take up to 24 hours to complete during working days. Therefore, it will take up to 1-2 days for the evaluation to complete in an 8-hr workday.
How do I know if they are done examining the documents I uploaded? MARINA will inform you via a text message in regards to your application. It looks like this:
If however your application has been rejected, go back to your MISMO profile, and select Application tab. Click View Details. You can see the status of your documents in there.
You may now set your BT COP appointment..
You can now log in back to your MISMO account and schedule your appointment date for final evaluation.
Next, after you log in, go back to the Application Tab to view your pending application. This time, a blue “For Appointment” Button will appear and click it.
You will then be redirected to the Slot Locator tab. Where, in this page, you can choose your desired time and date for your final evaluation. Select the nearest MARINA Branch.
After you have chosen the time and date of your appointment, click Proceed. Then, a confirmation will appear that says: Appointment Set Successfully!
Payment Process
You have finally set an appointment! Now, its time for payment. Right after you have clicked the Proceed Button, you will then be redirected to the payment page. Here, you will see the guidelines of payment for your transaction. Read it well.
Next, after you have clicked Proceed (for the second time), click Confirm. Once you have clicked the Confirm button, MARINA will inform you regarding your reference number. It looks like this:
Where can I pay my transactions?
Above all, you need to pay in select MARINA partner payment centers across the country to complete this transaction. Just note the reference number that MARINA sent you. Choose among these accredited payment centers near you.
Final Evaluation.
Lastly, go to the appointment date you set in MISMO. Bring all original documents for verification. Your BT COP will be released after everything has been checked and verified.
There you have it, your Basic Training COP Revalidation Requirements. Your BT COP looks like this:
