CPD SHORT COURSES FOR MARINE SURVEYORS
Self-paced online professional development courses designed to help marine surveyors build practical business, communication and computer skills – anytime, anywhere.
1) Courses
Discover CPD short courses for marine surveyors. Choose from over 170 self-paced online courses in business, communication and computer skills.
Earn 5 CPD points per course, with member discounts available.
2) Develop Your Skills. Earn CPD Points. Learn Online.
The Australasian Institute of Marine Surveyors (AIMS) offers a broad suite of affordable, self-paced CPD short courses to support the ongoing professional development of marine surveyors, maritime professionals and industry participants.
Whether you want to strengthen your business writing, improve communication, refresh grammar, or build confidence using everyday workplace software, AIMS CPD short courses make it easy to keep learning while balancing work and life commitments.
With more than 170 online courses available, the program gives members and non-members flexible access to practical training that can be completed from home, the office, or while travelling.
Courses are available 24/7 and are designed to help professionals stay current, productive and capable in a changing maritime industry.
3) Why Choose AIMS CPD Short Courses?
Flexible online learning: Study when and where it suits you, with 24/7 access to self-paced course materials.
Wide course selection: Choose from more than 170 professional short courses covering business, communication, personal development and computer skills.
CPD recognition: AIMS members receive 5 CPD points for each completed short course.
Affordable professional development: Courses are competitively priced, with options starting from accessible entry-level pricing.
Member discounts: Associate Members receive 10% off, Full Members receive 15% off, and CCMS Members receive 20% off advertised prices.
Practical workplace skills: Build capabilities that support stronger reporting, clearer communication, better productivity and improved professional confidence.
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4) Featured CPD Short Courses
Effective Business Writing
Strong written communication is essential for professional marine surveyors. This course helps learners identify and eliminate common writing problems, develop clearer documents, and communicate ideas with greater impact. It is ideal for anyone who prepares reports, correspondence, submissions, client updates or business documents.
Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2019/Office 365
Improve your confidence using Microsoft Excel for everyday business tasks. This beginner-friendly course introduces shortcuts, formatting techniques and practical spreadsheet skills that can help professionals work more efficiently with data, records and reporting requirements.
Grammar Refresher
Refresh your understanding of English grammar, punctuation, sentence structure and common usage issues. This course is suitable for professionals who want to write more clearly, avoid common mistakes and produce polished written work.
Keys to Effective Communication
Clear communication supports better client relationships, stronger teamwork and more professional interactions. This course helps learners build rapport, improve confidence and communicate with trust, warmth and respect in professional settings.
CPD Points for AIMS Members
Continuing Professional Development is an important part of maintaining professional capability and industry currency. AIMS members receive 5 CPD points for each completed AIMS CPD short course, helping members meet their annual CPD obligations while building relevant workplace skills.
Members should retain evidence of course completion for CPD records, such as receipts, certificates, enrolment confirmations or other suitable documentation.
5) Who Are These Courses For?
- Marine surveyors seeking practical CPD options
- AIMS members working toward annual CPD requirements
- Maritime professionals wanting to strengthen business or communication skills
- Surveyors who prepare reports, client correspondence or technical documentation
- Professionals seeking flexible online learning that fits around work commitments
- Non-members looking for affordable short courses in business, personal and computer skills
How to Get Started
Select the course that best matches your professional development goals.
Enrol online and begin studying at your own pace.
Complete the course and retain evidence for your CPD records.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are AIMS CPD short courses online?+
Yes. AIMS CPD short courses are delivered online and are self-paced, allowing learners to study from home, the office or while travelling.
Do non-members have access to the courses?+
Yes. The CPD short courses are available to both AIMS members and non-members.
For more information, contact the AIMS training team:
- Email: training@aimsurveyors.com.au
- Phone: 0493 546 380
- Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am-3.00pm