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Marine and Maritime Professionalism & Recognition
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Why are we here? To support professional development and recognition To provide a professional home for seafarers throughout their career To help you become better to improve –Safety –Efficiency –Knowledge Transfer
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About the IMarEST – the numbers 1889 15,000 50 100 40+
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Our Members Marine Scientists in: Oceanography Marine Biology Climate Change research Marine Engineers in: Defence Merchant Navy Ship Building and Ship Repair Oil and Gas Marine Technologists in: Marine Logistics Hydrographic Surveying and Cartography Navigation and Deck Marine Renewable Energy
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Our Global Reach
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Our Technical Voice IMarEST Technical Policy IMarEST Technical Policy International Maritime Organization Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission United Nations Convention on The Law of The Sea International Panel on Climate Change Observer Consultative Observer (IPCC) (IOC) (LOS issues) (IMO)
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Our Publications
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Our Virtual Library eBooks Database and Discovery Service Digital Archive
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Conferencesand Training
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Additional Initiatives 7-11 th July 2014
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What’s the sector saying? 93% of organisations think Professional Development is something that important for the development of their organisation 86% of organisations actively support Initial Professional Development and Continuing Professional Development 39% of employers think that graduates are suitable educated and ready for the workplace 86% of employees value Professional Development
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SO HOW DO WE HELP MARITIME & MARINE PROFESSIONALS THROUGHOUT THEIR CAREERS?
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What does membership of an Institute mean? We provide our members with independent recognition of their current career standing and experience This recognition verifies that they are a competent, qualified and committed professional within their field of expertise
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A Career Ladder You want to contribute You want to flourish and be successful You want that recognised Gain Experience and Competence Education and Training
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Ask Yourself… What do I have that will make me stand out from the crowd? What activities outside of my work life am I involved in that could possibly lead me to meet potential employers & industry contacts? How can I demonstrate that I am serious about my career?
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Professional Registration Engineering Council Science Council IMarEST
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Professional Registration
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What do I need to obtain Professional Registration? 1) Academic Base 2) Initial Professional Development
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Competencies Knowledge and understanding Ability to apply knowledge in practice Leadership & management skills Interpersonal skills Professional conduct
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How long does it take to gain all the competencies? It is not a system of time served but: Chartered – typically 5 years Incorporated/Registered – typically 4 years Technician – typically 2 years
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Is this an easy process?
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Thank you for listening www.imarest.org
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