UDST President Dr. Salem Al-Naemi, officials and graduates during the ceremony.
Doha, Qatar: University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) recognized 12 participants who successfully completed the Training Course for Instructors, based on the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) and International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Model Course 6.09, during a certificate presentation ceremony held at the University’s Maritime Simulation and Training Centre (MTSC).
The graduates, representing various public and private maritime entities across Qatar, successfully completed the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Training Course for Instructors, based on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Model Course 6.09.
The STCW Instructor Training Course equips maritime professionals with the instructional knowledge, teaching methodologies, and practical assessment techniques required to effectively plan, deliver, and evaluate competency-based training in accordance with international STCW standards. The program supports the development of qualified instructors capable of delivering high-quality maritime education while promoting safety, operational excellence, and global best practices across the industry.
Director of the Maritime Simulation and Training Centre at UDST Alessio Redina, said: “At UDST, we are committed to developing highly skilled professionals who contribute to the advancement of strategic sectors that support Qatar’s national priorities. Through internationally recognized training aligned with International Maritime Organisation standards, we are empowering maritime professionals to become effective instructors who will transfer critical knowledge, strengthen workforce competencies, and leverage a culture of safety and excellence throughout the maritime industry. We are proud to collaborate with our national partners in building sustainable capacity that supports the continued growth and competitiveness of Qatar’s maritime sector.”
The Maritime Simulation and Training Centre at UDST is one of the region’s leading facilities for maritime education and professional training, offering internationally accredited programs and state-of-the-art simulation technologies that prepare professionals to meet the evolving demands of the global maritime industry.
By delivering specialised training aligned with international standards, UDST continues to reinforce its role as a leading institution in applied education, supporting Qatar’s vision of developing a highly qualified workforce equipped to meet the needs of key economic sectors.
