Mariana Academy of Maritime Studies, Inc. is widely recognized as a trusted and accredited training and assessment center in the Philippines, committed to delivering high-quality maritime education aligned with international standards. As an independent institution, the Academy provides comprehensive training and competency assessments for deck, engine, and electro-technical personnel, as well as related maritime and transportation services.

Built on a strong foundation of quality management, compliance, and professionalism, Mariana Academy has earned the confidence of seafarers, shipowners, manning agencies, and regulatory bodies. Its programs are designed to develop not only technical competence but also discipline, safety awareness, and ethical values essential to modern maritime operations. Through continuous curriculum development and industry-aligned delivery, the Academy ensures that graduates remain competitive in a rapidly evolving global shipping environment.

Why Seafarers Choose Mariana Academy for Quality Maritime Assessment

Seafarers choose Mariana Academy because of its credibility, consistency, and reliability in conducting maritime training and practical assessments. The Academy offers a full range of STCW-accredited practical assessments for deck, engine, Electro-Technical Officers (ETO), and Electro-Technical Ratings (ETR), supported by experienced instructors and assessors with real sea-going and shore-based expertise.

A defining milestone in the Academy’s history was its achievement of zero deficiencies and one hundred percent (100%) compliance during the 2020 audit conducted by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA). This distinction positioned Mariana Academy as the only training and assessment center to reach such a level of compliance during that audit cycle—an accomplishment that continues to strengthen seafarers’ trust in its certifications and assessments.

Beyond compliance, seafarers value the Academy’s learner-centered environment, transparent assessment processes, and commitment to fair, objective, and standards-based evaluation. These qualities ensure that certificates earned are respected, reliable, and globally accepted.

How Mariana Academy Sets the Standard for Training and Assessment in PH

Mariana Academy sets the standard for training and assessment in the Philippines through a combination of regulatory excellence, industry relevance, and social responsibility. In addition to its accredited STCW courses, the Academy offers an extensive range of in-house and specialized programs, including advanced bridge operations, engine room management, tanker operations, environmental compliance, cyber security, and dedicated ETO and ETR courses addressing modern shipboard automation and electrical systems.

Equally important is the Academy’s strong commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Since 2017, it has provided free tuition and waived fees for deserving Filipino youth, expanding access to maritime and STEM education. Its outreach programs supporting underserved communities and seafarers in transit have received international recognition, while its Women in Maritime Empowerment Program actively promotes inclusivity through free STCW practical assessments during key maritime observances.

Through quality education, proven compliance, and meaningful social impact, Mariana Academy of Maritime Studies, Inc. continues to raise the bar for maritime training and assessment in the Philippines—developing competent, confident, and future-ready professionals for the global maritime industry.