Registration for the Vocational Education Program Is Opening!
Registration is opening for the vocational education program “Deck Department Operation.”
Tuition for the vocational education program is fully funded by the state.
Vocational Education Program: Deck Department Operation
Qualification Awarded: Basic Vocational Qualification in Deck Department Operation – Rating
The duration of the program is 15 months: 9 months of theoretical training and 6 months of practical training onboard a vessel.
Admission Requirements: At least a document confirming completion of basic general education (9th grade) and a motivational interview.
Graduates may be employed on vessels engaged in international or domestic navigation, as well as in public or private institutions related to maritime transport services and operations.
Registration for the vocational education program will be open from April 22 through May 16.
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Health and Safety Training
On April 11, 2024, Meridian employees participated in Health and Safety Training.
The company has established Occupational Health and Safety regulations and procedures aimed at creating a safe and comfortable workplace, improving working conditions, and minimizing the risks of work-related injuries and harm to employees’ health.
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“Professional Resilience at Sea” – Public Lecture – “Professional Resilience at Sea”
Meridian employees and vocational students attended the public lecture “Professional Resilience at Sea,” organized by Batumi Navigation Teaching University (BNTU).
The lecture was delivered by Master Mariner Nugzar Bolkvadze.
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Personal Data Protection
An informational meeting was held at Meridian regarding the amendments to the Law on Personal Data Protection.
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Informational Visits to Schools
To raise awareness of the seafaring profession and introduce students to the educational opportunities available at Meridian College, representatives of the College visited schools in Batumi, Chakvi, Kobuleti, Khulo, and Shuakhevi.
The purpose of these meetings was to provide school students with information about the opportunities offered by Meridian College.
All meetings were conducted in an interactive, discussion-based format, allowing students to ask questions and receive comprehensive answers from College representatives.
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Visit to College Black Sea
Representatives of Meridian College visited the Shuakhevi branch of College Black Sea, where they introduced students of the welding and electrical programs to employment opportunities onboard vessels and explained the steps required before starting work at sea.
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Lucent Maritime Visits Meridian College
The Managing Director and representatives of Lucent Maritime visited Meridian College and met with the students.
During the meeting, they discussed future employment opportunities that Lucent Maritime offers to students within the framework of the partnership.
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Football Tournament
At the end of winter, students of Meridian College held an internal football tournament.
The winning team was selected and will represent the College in an upcoming inter-college football tournament.
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Meridian Students Visit the Hydrographic Service
Students of Meridian visited the Hydrographic Service of Georgia, where they became familiar with navigational equipment systems, lighted and unlighted navigational aids, as well as cardinal and lateral marks located at sea that help ensure the safe navigation of vessels.
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Cybersecurity Training
On February 22, 2024, Meridian employees participated in a cybersecurity training session. Upon completion of the training, Meridian employees were awarded certificates
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