Working within the Merchant Navy requires a minimum level of certification (link these last words to the Minimum Requirements page). The basic entry level is a cadet/rating which requires you to complete a number of safety certificates and seafaring medical, which you can arrange yourself through maritime training companies and MCA approved doctors. The basic level within the Deck department is an Efficient Deck Hand (EDH) which can lead on to an Able Seaman certificate. Currently the only entry route to EDH is to be sponsored by a shipping company as it requires candidates to complete sea‐ time onboard a sea going merchant ship. The basic entry level in the Engineering department is a Motorman, which can lead to a Fitter or Oiler. Currently the only entry route to Motorman is to be sponsored by a shipping company as it requires candidates to complete sea time onboard a sea going merchant navy ship in order to gain an Engine Room Watch Rating Certificate. Another option for entering at Officer level is to attend a maritime Institute ‐ for information visit https://www.dos.gov.bd/
