FAQ – SMOU

Q1: What is Tripartite Engineering Training Award (TETA) Programme?

TETA is an initiative that enables Singaporeans to join the maritime industry as Marine Engineering Officers with Certificate of Competency Class 5 (CoC Class 5).

This is a joint initiative by Singapore Maritime Officers’ Union (SMOU), Workforce Singapore (WSG), NTUC’s Employment and Employability Institute (e2i), and supported by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), Singapore Shipping Association (SSA) and shipping companies.

Today, this programme continues under the funding of SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG), MPA, SMOU and the support of partners from E2i, SSA) and various shipping companies.

The pilot programme is conducted by SMOU’s training arm, Wavelink Maritime Institute (WMI). Cadets are offered training berths by a shipping company even before they embark on their training, receiving between S$1,200 – S$1,400 training allowance during the approximately 31 months’ programme.

Q2: How much has been invested into this programme?

Some S$1.2 million was initially invested into the pioneering project to train Singaporeans for Marine Engineering careers. In 2018, SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) provided funding support for the continuance of the training of Singaporean seafaring engineers for the industry through Wavelink Maritime Institute.

Q3: How is the training programme like?

Under this initiative, cadets undergo 8 months of pre-sea training, before sailing on board commercial ships for approximately 15 months, and returning ashore thereafter for 8 months of study before sitting for their Certificate of Competency Class 5 (CoC Class 5) Examinations for Marine Engineers.

Q4: What is total training duration?

The curriculum is about 31 months.

Q5: Who can apply for TETA?

Those with the following entry requirements:-

Higher Nitec with either discipline in Marine Engineering, Offshore & Marine Engineering Design, Marine & Offshore Technology
Post-NS (for men)
No night and colour blindness
Physically & Medically Fit
Highly disciplined and motivated
Able to commit to at least 3 years of training
Prepared to work on shifts when out at sea (usually 6-9 months onboard)

Q6: After subsidies, how much does a cadet pay for the training course?

The breakdown of the training course fees is 80% by SSG & MPA; 10% by SMOU and 10% plus GST by the cadet.

Q1: What is Tripartite Nautical Training Award (TNTA) Programme?

In 2010, the Tripartite Nautical Training Award (TNTA) was a ground-breaking programme that was jointly initiated by Singapore Maritime Officers’ Union (SMOU), Workforce Singapore (WSG) and NTUC’s employment and Employment Institute (e2i) to train Singaporeans for the Certificate of Competency (CoC) Class 3 qualifications issued by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), thereby allowing the trainees to pursue a nautical career at sea as Nautical Deck Officers.

Today, this programme continues under the funding of SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG), MPA, SMOU and the support of partners from E2i, SSA) and various shipping companies.

The programme is conducted by SMOU’s training arm, Wavelink Maritime Institute (WMI). Cadets are employed by a shipping company even before they embark on their training. Cadets will receive between S$1,200–S$1,400 training allowance during their training.

Q2: How much has been invested into this programme?

Thus far, more than S$28.6 million have been invested in this initiative.

Q3: How is the training programme like?

Under this initiative, cadets undergo 6 months of pre-sea training, before sailing on board their employer’s ship for approximately 18 months, and returning on shore thereafter for 7 months before sitting for their Certificate of Competency Class 3 (CoC3) Examinations.

Q4: What is the total training duration?

The curriculum is about 31 months.

Q5: Who can apply for TNTA?

Those with the following entry requirements:-

Minimum GCE ‘N’ level passes in English, Mathematics and Science
Post-NS (for men)
No night and colour blindness
Physically & Medically Fit
Highly disciplined and motivated
Able to commit to at least 3 years of training
Prepared to work on shifts when out at sea (usually 6-9 months onboard)

Q6: After subsidies, how much does a cadet pay for the training course?

The breakdown of the training course fees is 80% by SSG & MPA; 10% by SMOU and 10% plus GST by the cadet.

Q7: How much does a cadet pay for the course?

Total course fees is $29,075 (excluding GST). With the subsidies of 80% from SSG & MPA and 10% from SMOU, a cadet pays 10% plus GST of the total course fees.

* Course fees as at September 2018 and may be subject to change

Q7: How much does a cadet pay for the course?

Total course fees is $32,970 (excluding GST). With the subsidies of 80% from SSG & MPA and 10% from SMOU, a cadet pays 10% plus GST of the total course fees.

*Course fees as at September 2018 and may subject to change

Q8: What is the wage scale of a Marine Engineer Officer?

The progressive wage of a Marine Engineering Officer:

4^th / 3^rd Engineer	2^nd Engineer	Chief Engineer
(CoC Class 5)	(CoC Class 2)	(CoC Class 1)
S$3,000 – S$5,800	S$6,400 – S$7,400	S$8,300 – S$12,000

Q9: What are the components of TETA cadet training?

TETA cadet training comprises:-

Phase 1 – 8 months Pre-sea Training (shore based theory and practical training)
Phase 2 – 15 months Sea-time Training (onboard the employer’s ship)
Phase 3 – 8 months Preparatory Course & Exam (shore based theory and practical training)

Q10: I am interested in the TETA programme. How can I register for it?

Please apply via the link here.

Q8: What is the wage scale of a Nautical Deck Officer?

The progressive wage of a Nautical Deck Officer:

3rd Officer	2nd Officer	Chief Officer	Captain
(CoC Class 3)	(CoC Class 3)	(CoC Class 2)	(CoC Class 1)
S$ 3,000 – S$4,000	S$ 4,000 – S$4,500	S$ 5,000 – S$7,000	S$ 7,500 – 15,000*

Q9: What are the components of TNTA cadet training?

TNTA cadet training comprises:-

Phase 1 – 6 months Pre-sea Training (shore based theory and practical training)
Phase 2 – 18 months Sea-time Training (onboard the employer’s ship)
Phase 3 – 7 months Preparatory Course & Exam (shore based theory and practical training)

Q10: I am interested in the TNTA programme. How can I register for it?

Please apply via the link here.

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