Culture, Law and Policy

Being physically active can improve your brain health, help manage weight, reduce the risk of disease, strengthen bones and muscles, and improve your ability to do everyday activities.

This course is intended to provide basic knowledge of the International Safety Management Code, the ISM code. The purpose of the ISM Code is to provide an international standard for the safe management, safe operation of ships and pollution prevention. The ISM Code is one of the most fundamental regulations within international shipping and knowledge about the rules is, therefore, of outermost importance so that you are aware of the requirements and expectations.

In this course, we will take a deep dive into mental resilience, including what it means to be resilient and how we can practice becoming more resilient. It's also perfect for those who care for others and would like to help them become more mentally resilient.

In this course, we will continue looking into Mental Resilience, following on from our first course. We will focus on healthy ways to manage and cope with stress & anxiety. Where possible, we also look at ways to reduce or eliminate sources of stress & anxiety in our lives.

This course emphasizes the importance of adopting sustainable practices for energy-efficient living in our homes. It suggests various ways to achieve this, including energy conservation, harnessing renewable energy sources like solar power, utilizing smart technologies to optimize energy usage, using eco-friendly materials for construction and maintenance, promoting education and conscious consumption, advocating for government incentives and policy support, engaging with communities, and monitoring and evaluating our energy consumption and sustainable practices.

This course will introduce and explain the lights, shapes, and sound signals prescribed under the International Regulations for Prevention of Collisions at Sea (Rules of the Road).

This course highlights the importance of embracing sustainability to preserve ocean biodiversity. Ocean biodiversity is crucial for the health of our planet, providing essential ecosystem services and sustaining livelihoods. However, human activities pose significant threats to the oceans, including overfishing, habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, and invasive species introduction.

As individuals, our work keeps us constantly moving and often away from family. It is easy to forget to take care of ourselves to keep up with the demands of our jobs. But resilience, the ability to recover quickly from difficulty, is a trait that will help you stay afloat despite life’s challenges.

This course highlights the urgency of the climate crisis and emphasizes the need for immediate action to achieve a sustainable future. It discusses the scientific consensus on climate change, attributing it primarily to human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation. The consequences of climate change, including extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and ecological disruptions, are outlined.

Every person, at every level within a company, should be able to negotiate. Having solid negotiation skills is as important to the individual as it is for the organisation overall. For employees, it can undoubtedly help to increase your value to the company, leading to more opportunities and a happier work-life. For the organisation, it can mean increased profits, better business relationships and additional opportunities. Having a strong set of negotiation skills is vital in accomplishing the outcomes we desire as an individual and as a whole, on behalf of our organisation.

This course highlights the importance of compassion, discussing its personal, societal, and leadership benefits. Compassion enhances personal well-being by fostering a sense of purpose, connection, and self-esteem. It contributes to a more peaceful and just society by promoting inclusivity, understanding, and action towards social issues.

This course discusses the protein needs of seafarers and provides tips on how to incorporate sufficient protein into their diets. It emphasizes the importance of protein for muscle growth, repair, and overall health.