MARAD designates 32 maritime workforce training Centers of Excellence

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) has announced the designation of 32 Centers of Excellence (CoE) for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education. The designated COEs consist of 50 maritime training locations in 17 states and Guam. The designation recognizes and promotes support to post-secondary maritime training programs that prepare students for careers in the maritime industry.

“Our country depends on a highly-skilled mariner workforce to...

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Marad taking applications for workforce training and education

India Tango Marine Firefighting Training Program trainees. Bruce Buls photo.

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (Marad) announced today that it is accepting applications from eligible and qualified institutions to apply for a Centers of Excellence (CoE) designation, which will recognize and support community or technical colleges and maritime training centers that prepare people for careers in the maritime industry.

“These educational institutions benefit America’s national security and economy by growing and strengthening our maritime...

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