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Course · 300 h · 5 modules
Licensing and Certification Course
Prepares you to successfully pass exams and obtain the credentials that will boost your career. Learn from industry experts, access up-to-date study materials, and participate in mock exams that will give you the confidence you…
Duration300 h
FormatOnline
Starts14 December
Places20 / 20
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What is the Licensing and Certification Course?
The Licensing and Certification Program
Prepares you to successfully pass exams and obtain the credentials that will boost your career. Learn from industry experts, access up-to-date study materials, and participate in mock exams that will give you the confidence you need. Gain official recognition of your skills and knowledge.
Differential Advantages
- Comprehensive Preparation: We cover all the key topics of the exam.
- Practical Methodology: Exercises and real-world case studies for better understanding.
- Personalized Support: Answering your questions and providing individualized follow-up.
- Exam Simulations: Exact replicas of the exam to familiarize yourself with the format.
- Constant Updates: Study materials always up-to-date with the latest regulations.
Programme type
Course
Study mode
Online
Duration
300 hours
Modules
5
Start date
09-12-2026
Programme highlights
- Master industry standards: Obtain the most in-demand licenses and certifications in your field, boosting your professional credibility.
- Increase your career opportunities: Validate your skills and knowledge, opening doors to better jobs and salaries.
- Stay up-to-date: Access current and relevant content, ensuring you stay current with the latest trends and best practices.
- Flexible learning: Study at your own pace, with high-quality materials available online 24/7.
- Expert support: Receive personalized guidance from certified instructors and subject matter experts.
- Invest in your professional future and obtain the licenses and certifications that will propel you to success.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 5 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Regulatory Foundations, License Classification and General Structure of Professional and Technical Certification Systems
- Concept and function of licences and certifications: legal, technical and operational differences within regulated activities
- Typologies of professional licences, technical authorizations and certifications of competition according to sector, level of risk and issuing authority
- Applicable regulatory framework: issuing bodies, accrediting entities, control authorities and formal recognition schemes
- Eligibility Requirements: Prior Training, Creditable Experience, Psychophysical Aptitude, Background and Documentation Support
- Life cycle of a licence or certification: application, evaluation, issue, validity, renewal, suspension and revocation
02
Application, Evaluation and Issuance of Licenses and Certifications with Focus on Compliance and Evidence
- Preparation of the application file: forms, accreditations, certificates, technical annexes and completeness criteria
- Documentary validation and admissibility review: consistency, authenticity, correction and management of observations
- Theoretical, practical and competency evaluations: Examination methodologies, rubrics, approval criteria and integrity control
- Technical interviews, aptitude tests and psychophysical evaluations when they are required by the regulated activity
- Formal issue of the licence or certification: conditions of validity, scope of powers, limitations and administrative observations
03
Renewal, recertification and maintenance of the validity of licences and certifications in regulated professional environments
- Periodic renewal requirements: deadlines, continuous training, recent experience and regulatory or technical update
- Competency recertification processes: performance evaluation, accumulated evidence and validation of professional continuity
- Management of expirations, alerts and regulatory calendars: Preventive planning and prevention of disqualifications
- Updating by regulatory, technological or procedural changes: adaptation of the owner and maintenance of conformity
- Suspension, limitation or loss of validity: causes, effects, recovery procedures and associated responsibilities
04
Institutional accreditation, certification schemes and relationship between evaluating bodies, training entities and competent authorities
- Structure of accreditation and certification systems: roles of authorities, certifying bodies and evaluation entities
- Institutional accreditation criteria: technical competence, impartiality, traceability and quality assurance of the certifying process
- Relationship between training, evaluation and certification: correspondence between curriculum, learning outcomes and professional qualification
- Certification schemes by product, process, system and person - methodological differences and maintenance requirements
- Supervision, inspection and control of the issuing body: audits, documentary reviews and management of non-conformities
05
Capstone Project of planning, management and auditing of a system of licences and certifications applied to a professional or institutional case
- Definition of the case study: regulated activity, enabling profiles, regulatory requirements and risks of non-compliance
- Design of the map of applicable licences and certifications: scope, validity, managers and routes of obtaining or renewal
- Construction of the documentary file and management flow: forms, evidence, controls and checkpoints
- Evaluation of compliance and analysis of gaps: technical review, detected risks and document correction plan
- Preparation of a renovation, recertification and internal control plan: schedule, indicators, alerts and follow-up managers
Workload
Study Time and Workload
300 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
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Who it is for
Professionals from various sectors who seek to validate their knowledge and skills through recognized certifications.Students and recent graduates who wish to boost their careers and stand out in the job market.Companies and organizations that want to train their staff and ensure compliance with quality standards.Job seekers who need to certify their experience and increase their employment
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Demonstrate competence and up-to-date knowledge
- 02Meet and exceed regulatory and industry standards
- 03Boosting professional credibility and customer trust
- 04Increase opportunities for career advancement and specialization
- 05Validate skills and knowledge with formal recognition
- 06To stand out in a competitive and constantly evolving job market
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Management Systems Consultant/Auditor: Implementation, maintenance, and auditing of systems based on ISO standards and other standards.
02Quality Manager: Development and supervision of quality control programs in various industries.
03Process Analyst: Optimization of business processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
04Food Safety Specialist: Ensuring food quality and safety throughout the supply chain.
05Metrology Technician: Calibration and verification of measuring instruments to guarantee accuracy and traceability.
06Trainer/Instructor: Delivery of courses and workshops on management systems, quality, food safety, and other related areas.
07Project Manager: Planning, execution, and monitoring of continuous improvement and process optimization projects.
08Independent Consultant: Providing consulting services to companies for the implementation and maintenance of management systems.
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Questions
Entry Requirements
Yes, I have the Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect certification.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
A license allows you to legally practice a regulated profession, while a certification validates your skills and knowledge in a specific area, but is not required to practice.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna Institute + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
Academic/Professional Background:High School Diploma or equivalent; or Level 2 Professional Certificate in the corresponding area.Previous Certifications:Passing of entrance exams, if applicable.Computer Skills:Basic user-level knowledge of office software.Personal Attributes:Motivation for the sector, teamwork skills, and proactivity.```
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