Continuing Education

This 4.5 days of on-campus training and assessment is the culmination of an 80 hour hybrid class. 44 hours of online coursework will be completed before coming to campus for this hands on assessment. To learn more and register: mma.gosignmeup.com

This three-day course provides the trainee with the knowledge to handle and take charge of such boats during or after launch in adverse weather and sea conditions. They will be skilled in the operation of  the fast rescue boat engine, the correct use of all locating devices, including communication and signaling equipment between the rescue boat,  helicopter, and ship. As well as how to carry out search patterns.

This course is designed to prepare potential auditors with the practical skills & techniques, dos & don’ts of the voluntary ISO 9001 Quality Management System and audits.

Evolution of the ISM Code, Safety Management Principles and how they apply to safe ship operation, types and methods of audits and planning and preparing for audits. Register at mma.gosignmeup.com

This course covers communication for both internal and external parties' issues that DPA's may face. The ISM Code requires a shore-based representative is available to vessels at all times for crisis management and/or for personnel who may encounter safety or human cultural issues. Register at mma.gosignmeup.com

For all seafarers who have previously been certified in advanced firefighting.

The course covers all the competencies of Personal Survival Techniques and Basic Fire Fighting.

This 1-day Helicopter Underwater Egress Training, HUET, (non-STCW and non-OPITO) course is designed for both the swimmer and non-swimmer to practice or learn aquatic emergency response skills and maximize the chances of surviving an emergency at sea during travel over/on the water. 

Basic Polar course consists of approximately 36 hours of self-paced, online coursework that you can complete from anywhere with internet connectivity. The four-hour final assessment will be held on MMA's Castine campus.

Participate in the culmination of the Advanced Polar Code Operations course through a three-day final assessment at MMA's Castine campus. Prior to the assessment, you will need to complete approximately 16 hours of online coursework.

Final assessment for this management level GAP closing course. Class held at our Bucksport facility. Register at mma.gosignmeup.com.

Final assessment for this management level GAP closing course. Class held at our Bucksport facility. Register at mma.gosignmeup.com.

Final assessment for this management level GAP closing course. Class held at our Bucksport facility. Register at mma.gosignmeup.com.

Crowd Management for mariners with applicable duties aboard RO-RO Passenger vessels and on other passenger vessels.  Individuals will learn about lifesaving tools, control plans, mustering techniques, and how to assist passengers to muster stations.  Learning is through a combination of classroom lesson, participation and practical exercises. Register here: mma.gosignmeup.com

Individuals to learn to assist passengers in emergency situations, control passenger responses, and the tools for effective communication. Register at mma.gosignmeup.com

Final assessment for this management level GAP closing course. Class held at our Bucksport facility. Register at mma.gosignmeup.com.

Final assessment for this management level GAP closing course. Class held at our Bucksport facility. Register at mma.gosignmeup.com.

Final assessment for this management level GAP closing course. Class held at our Bucksport facility. Register at mma.gosignmeup.com.

Basic Polar course consists of approximately 36 hours of self-paced, online coursework that you can complete from anywhere with internet connectivity. The four-hour final assessment will be held on MMA's Castine campus.

Participate in the culmination of the Advanced Polar Code Operations course through a three-day final assessment at MMA's Castine campus. Prior to the assessment, you will need to complete approximately 16 hours of online coursework.