IITE Maritime Academy to commence new batch of Niyami Course-2

The IITE Maritime Academy is preparing to begin a new batch of the Niyami Certificate-2 course.

The IITE Maritime Academy stated that classes for the new batch of the Niyami Certificate-2 course conducted by the academy will begin on the 21st of this month in Male'. Interested individuals can register now by calling 7921961. The academy noted that anyone who can speak Dhivehi and English, knows basic mathematics, and can understand the course materials is eligible to participate.

This course, which paves the way to obtain the license required to captain Category C, B, and D vessels, is conducted over a duration of 30 hours. Approved by the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation, the course will teach maritime regulations, communication equipment, navigation, safety, communication, and general information about vessels.

The IITE Maritime Academy is the longest-running academy conducting maritime courses in the Maldives. To date, the academy has successfully conducted 599 batches of the Niyami Course-2 across Male' and the atolls. In addition to the Niyami Certificate-2, the academy also conducts the Niyami Certificate-1 course, crew courses, and marine mechanic courses.