June 4, 2024 As Marine Service Excellency Month continues we want to celebrate the hard work of the freshly minted finishers of Quadrant’s Marine Service Manager (MSM) program. Over the next few months keep an eye on our social media as we highlight all of this year’s program finishers. It takes a lot to manage a team, and even…
May 28, 2024 Summer courses are almost here. ABYC Certification not only ensures safety, expertise, and compliance among technicians but also enhances customer satisfaction. Explore all upcoming certification courses on our website, or continue scrolling to view and register for our next few classes. Three things to know before you register: • If you haven’t already, reset your password and update your…
May 21, 2024 We’re very excited to announce the return of Quadrant Marine’s Pre-Employment Program (PEP) in Vancouver this Summer. After a successful cohort last year, and one just bundled up in Sidney from the Spring, we’re pleased to continue the necessary work in growing our terrific community. Since the return of PEP last year we’ve learned a lot,…
May 14, 2024 The month of May is Marine Service Excellency Month! All through this month the Quadrant Marine Institute will be celebrating the work of our employer partners, training programs, and community of Marine Service Technicians. To kick us off we want to start by highlighting two organizations other than Quadrant delivering our MST program, The Nova Scotia…
Having a comfortable life jacket such as these inflatable types likely means you will wear it more often. May 7, 2024 How can you make your summer on the water a safe one? With the harmonized Canadian and American National Safe Boating Week coming up May 18-24, the non-profit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean…
Apr 23, 2024 ABYC Certification not only ensures safety, expertise, and compliance among technicians but also enhances customer satisfaction. Explore all upcoming certification courses on our website, or continue scrolling to view and register for our next few classes. Three things to know before you register: • If you haven’t already, reset your password and update your account information. Instructions to do so…
Apr 16, 2024 Just over one month ago a new class of Pre-Employment Program students walked out of the door at the Quadrant Marine Institute. As with all classes of students, this group had their own triumphs and trials as they made their way through to completion. Of course, this program would not be possible without the…
Apr 2, 2024 The next USCG Risk Mitigation is here May 1, 2:00pm-3:30pm (ET), Online! Don’t Be a Statistic: Data Saves Lives, the sixth, free online event in the USCG/ABYC Risk Mitigation Series has been announced. On May 1, 2024, our speakers will discuss how boating incidents are reported, recorded, and categorized, and how that data informs standards and regulations, with ABYC and…
Freddie Fowler from Manatee Technical College announced as Educator of the Year Apr 2, 2024 The ABYC Foundation has named Freddie Fowler from Manatee Technical College in Bradenton, Florida, as the 2023 Educator of the Year. The annual award honors extraordinary marine service technology instructors teaching in a high school, post-secondary school, or within the industry. A retired master…
Mar 12, 2024 For those of you ready to take the next step in your professional career, Quadrant Marine has opened applications for the 2024 – 2025 school year. Quadrant Marine Institute is proud to offer accessible hybrid training to all students, with industry professionals at the helm of each unit. Apprenticeship can be an…
Mar 12, 2024 Are you interested in getting more involved in standards development? The ABYC are particularly looking for individuals to join the following committees: Hull Performance – Engine manufacturer, Specialist service Hull and Deck Structures – Engine manufacturers, specialist service, consumer Hull Piping – Engine manufacturers, specialist service, consumer/general interest Fuel and Ventilation – Boat manufacturers, specialist service,…
Mar 12, 2024 Get Your Techs Certified In 2024! New website, new way to register! (But same great classes.) ABYC Certification not only ensures safety, expertise and compliance among technicians but also enhances customer satisfaction. Explore all upcoming certification courses on their website or continue scrolling to view and register for the next few classes….
Feb 6, 2024 “Matt Majors, a key speaker and marine law expert, engaging with attendees during a Q&A session at a previous Marine Law Symposium.” The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has unveiled the comprehensive agenda for its sixth Marine Law Symposium, scheduled to start on Feb. 29, 2024. This event, available in-person in Annapolis or online,…
Feb 6, 2024 The Association of Marina Industries (AMI) Conference & Expo, scheduled for January 30- February 1, 2024, at the Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale, FL, kicked off its last day with an Inaugural Women’s Leadership Breakfast, sponsored by Sea Land Insurance. The breakfast was followed by keynote speaker, David Atkins, who presented “No Excuses” – Breakthrough Fear and Adversity to…
Jan 30, 2024 Celebrate Your Marine Service Technicians, April 22-26, 2024. The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) announced the 3rd annual “International Marine Service Technician Week,” scheduled for April 22-26, 2024. The week is dedicated to recognizing the exceptional skills and commitment of marine service professionals. “This is an excellent opportunity for the boating community to show…
Jan 23, 2024 The application period is now open for the 2024 National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) Marine Trades Scholarship program. The deadline for receipt of applications is April 15, 2024. Since 2008, NMRA has actively contributed to the future of the marine industry by offering scholarships to students pursuing education in the marine trades. In…
Jan 23, 2024 AMI, the Association of Marina Management Training Institute is holding a March 3-7, 2024 Intermediate Marina Management Course in Seattle, WA. Become a Certified Marina Manager (CMM)/Certified Marina Operator (CMO)! The Intermediate Marina Management (IMM) course is AMI Training Institute’s most popular course which focuses on marina operations, policies, and procedures. This course…
Jan 16, 2024 MBIA, the voice of Michigan’s recreational boating industry, welcomes Workforce Development Director Kelly Kerchoff to the Association. “In the last few years, workforce development has grown to be the MBIA’s top priority,” said MBIA Executive Director Nicki Polan. “Cultivating and maintaining a workforce, especially marine technicians, is essential for our members and our industry to…
Jan 9, 2024 Register now for the February 5-8, 2024 Marine Systems Certification at Georgian College in Midland – The only in-person certification course available! $1,175.00 (CDN) includes: one study guide, in-person course and a seat in our computer lab to challenge the certification exam. For information and to register, contact Rob Davidson at rob.davidson@georgiancollege.ca / 249-307-0169. Georgian College ,…
Dec 12, 2023 I could go on forever with the benefits of teaching children to sail at a young age. There is a fabulous program called Wet Feet, designed for children ages 5-8. Your child will learn terminology, balance, basic boat handling, knots, and so much more opening their lives to the joys of “messing…