Is ARPA STCW class renewal required?

• A. Yes. It must be renewed every five years
• B. No. It is a one-time course
• C. Yes. It must be renewed every year
• D. Only if you change vessel

Answer: (B)

ARPA training under STCW is a one-time course. Once you complete it, you receive a certificate that remains valid as part of your seafaring credentials without a formal renewal cycle mandated by STCW for ARPA itself. You’ll be considered current in ARPA usage as long as your overall qualifications are valid, though updates or refresher requirements may be needed if regulations change or your duties require renewed proficiency.