Why Choose MaritimeSkills Centre?
MaritimeSkills is an accredited maritime training centre in Riga, Latvia, operating since 1993. Over 2,500 people have completed training with us, and many of our graduates are successfully building careers in the international maritime industry.
Our programmes are delivered in accordance with applicable STCW requirements and under the supervision of the Latvian Maritime Administration (Latvijas Jūras administrācija). This means training is provided within the officially regulated Latvian maritime training system, and graduates receive official documents issued within that system.
We do not just train students — we support them all the way to sea practice and the transition to their first job at sea.
MaritimeSkills helps candidates choose the right programme, complete their training, receive a sea practice placement, and move toward first employment through partner crewing agencies and shipping companies.
Training Programs
From rating to officer — find the programme that matches your level and goals
Ordinary Seaman
any vessel size
Motorman -
any vessel size
Boatmaster -
upto 50 GT
Deck Officer -
upto 500 GT
Engineer -
upto 750 kW
Security Training
Electrical fault-finding
Maritime Welding
Program Accreditation
All programs are accredited in Latvia (EU) and supervised by the Latvian Maritime Administration, in line with STCW requirements.
EU-Recognized Qualifications
- Level 3 or 4 under the Latvian Qualifications Framework
- Aligned with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF)
- Valid for lawful maritime employment
State Supervision
- Program compliance is certified by the Latvian Ministry of Education
- Training quality, exams, and content are supervised by the Latvian Maritime Administration
This ensures ongoing compliance with the STCW Convention.
