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Diploma · 800 h · 8 modules
Diploma in Crew and Crew Psychology
This program will provide you with the essential tools to understand and manage human dynamics in demanding work environments. It delves into the emotional well-being of individuals, the effectiveness of communication, and…
Duration800 h
FormatOnline
Starts9 November
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Diploma in Crew and Crew Psychology?
The Diploma in Crew and Crew Psychology
This program will provide you with the essential tools to understand and manage human dynamics in demanding work environments. It delves into the emotional well-being of individuals, the effectiveness of communication, and conflict resolution within work groups. You will learn to identify and address work-related stress, foster resilience, and build a positive organizational climate that boosts the performance and satisfaction of team members.
Differential Advantages
- Practical Application: Case studies and simulations to address real-world challenges.
- Comprehensive Approach: Addresses individual mental health and group dynamics.
- Intervention Tools: Coaching, mediation, and assertive communication techniques.
- Skills Development: Empathetic leadership, crisis management, and high-performance team building.
- Flexibility: Online format with interactive resources and personalized support.
Programme type
Diploma
Study mode
Online
Duration
800 hours
Modules
8
Start date
28-11-2026
Programme highlights
- Mental Wellbeing Onboard: Learn to identify and address the specific psychological challenges of the maritime environment.
- Communication and Leadership: Develop key skills to foster effective communication and positive leadership among the crew.
- Stress Management and Resilience: Acquire practical tools to manage stress, strengthen resilience, and promote a healthy work environment.
- Crisis Intervention: Train yourself to act in crisis situations, offering psychological support and contributing to safety onboard.
- Legislation and Ethics: Understand the legal framework and ethical principles that govern psychological care in the maritime sector.
- Boost the performance and safety of your crew by prioritizing their mental health.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 8 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Psychology in the maritime environment
- Characteristics of work at sea
- Isolation and confinement
- Psychosocial factors
- Wellness and Performance
- Framework of the 2006 MLC Convention
- History of maritime psychology
- Differences by type of ship and traffic
- IMO Human Factors Regulations
02
Personality and selection of crew
- Personality and adaptation traits
- Psychological evaluation
- Non-technical skills
- Selection by competencies
- Profiles by position
- Competition interviews
- Situational testing and simulations
- Integration and reception of the new crew
03
Stress and Fatigue
- Sources of stress on board
- Fatigue and hours of rest
- Security Effects
- Coping Strategies
- Early detection
- Fatigue measurement scales
- Organisation of shifts and guards
- Relationship between fatigue and accidents
04
Communication and interpersonal relationships
- Communication in the team
- Cultural and language barriers
- Assertiveness
- Conflict Management
- Coexistence in small spaces
- Communication in stressful situations
- Cultural and religious diversity on board
- Use of working language
05
Leadership and teamwork
- Leadership styles on board
- Team cohesion
- Decision making
- Crew Resource Management (CRM)
- Motivation
- Shared Leadership and Delegation
- Effective Security Meetings
- Work Climate Assessment
06
Human Factors and Safety
- Human error in maritime accidents
- Situational awareness
- Security Culture
- Risk Behaviour
- Case analysis
- Notification of quasi accidents
- Analysis of human factors in research
- Human Error Models
07
Crisis and psychological support
- Psychological response to emergencies
- Post-traumatic stress
- Psychological first aid
- Duel on board
- Support Resources
- Protocols of action against deaths on board
- Support for families
- Psychological assistance services
08
Wellness and Development
- Wellness programmes
- Family connection
- Leisure and physical activity on board
- Professional development
- Career plans and continuous training
- Wellness Surveys
- Final review of the wellness program
- Final Project: Psychological Wellness Programme for a Crew
Workload
Study Time and Workload
800 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
Hours a week8
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Who it is for
Merchant Navy officers, captains, chief engineers, and bridge personnel seeking to optimize stress management, effective communication, and mental health on board.Human Resources and Welfare Managers on board who need tools to implement psychological support programs and foster a healthy work environment.Doctors and nurses on board who wish to expand their knowledge of crew psychology and emot
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
- 01Optimize stress and fatigue management
- 02Promoting resilience and psychological well-being
- 03Improve communication and teamwork
- 04Develop skills in psychological assessment and support
- 05Implement crisis prevention and management strategies
- 06Apply psychological selection and training tools
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Recruitment Psychologist: Evaluation and selection of candidates for positions in maritime crews.
02Crew Support Psychologist: Psychological intervention and support for crew members in situations of stress, crisis, or adaptation to life at sea.
03Onboard Team Management Consultant: Design and implementation of programs to improve communication, leadership, and teamwork in crews.
04Psychosocial Skills Trainer: Development of courses and workshops on stress management, effective communication, conflict resolution, and leadership for crew members.
05Maritime Psychology Researcher: Conducting studies on the psychological well-being of crew members, the factors that influence their performance, and accident prevention.
06Advisor in Psychosocial Risk Prevention: Identification and assessment of psychosocial risks in the maritime environment and design of preventive measures.
07Human Resources Technician in Shipping Companies: Management of onboard personnel, including selection, training, and psychological support.
08Conflict Mediator onboard: Facilitating the resolution of conflicts between crew members or between the crew and the shipping company.
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Entry Requirements
Aeronautical/aerospace sector.
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.
It addresses both aspects, both the individual psychology of the crew members and the group dynamics within the crew.
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 Profile:Bachelor's/Undergraduate degree in Psychology, Medicine, Nursing, Social Work, or a related field; or proven professional experience in the aeronautical, maritime, or land transport sectors with personnel management responsibilities.Specific Knowledge:Basic knowledge of general and/or occupational psychology. Desirable familiarity with high-stress and/or high-performance environments.Documentation:Updated CV, copy of degree (if applicable), ID/Passport, cover letter expressing interest in crew psychology.Personal Skills:Analytical skills, e
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