Description
ISM Internal Auditor – 2026 Edition
Build confidence in planning, conducting and following up internal audits of maritime Safety Management Systems (SMS). This Marine Pro Academy course develops a structured, evidence-based approach to evaluating safety management across shipboard and shore-based operations.
What you will learn
- Understand the ISM Code and its role in effective maritime safety management.
- Prepare and conduct internal audits with clear objectives, professional judgement and objectivity.
- Evaluate audit evidence and communicate findings clearly and constructively.
- Assess corrective actions and support continual improvement across ship and shore.
Course overview
The 2026 edition brings together ISM requirements, internal auditing principles and realistic maritime applications. It supports the development of sound audit judgement while distinguishing mandatory requirements from supporting IMO and ISO audit guidance.
Learning format and assessment
100% online, self-paced learning with interactive content, maritime scenarios, knowledge checks and a final assessment. Study on a computer, tablet or mobile device and progress at your own pace.
Estimated duration: 4 hours.
Who should attend
Designated Person Ashore (DPA) personnel, vessel managers, Masters, shipboard officers, internal auditors, and shore-based safety, quality, technical and operations teams involved in maritime safety management.
Certification
Receive a Marine Pro Academy Certificate of Completion after successfully completing the course requirements and final assessment.
Certificate Processing Time
Your e-learning certificate is available immediately after successful completion of the course and all required assessments. For STCW or flag-state-approved courses, certification can take up to 48 hours, depending on the relevant issuing authority’s verification and approval process.







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