Marinas 101

Course Information

The one day Marinas 101 course provides the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of marina operations. It is of great value to people who are new to the marina industry and who do not yet have the experience required for MIAA's other management training courses.

The Marinas 101 course opens the door to a network of industry professionals who are willing to share their wealth of industry knowledge and experiences. Through the course, participants can start build a sold foundation in the marina industry and gain an insight into the complex and important issues facing marinas currently.

Course Content

1 Day Marinas 101 Course covers:

• Marina terminology, procedures and facilities
• Workplace health and safety
• Emergency procedures - fire, accidents
• Marina maintenance and procedures
• Day-to-day operations eg. inspections, berth occupancy, walkways, security
• Understanding the needs of boaties, marina tenants, suppliers and the public
• Marina tour

Benefits/Learning Outcomes

• Learn from experts in the industry
• Expand networks
• Achieve a Certificate of Participation
• Hear about latest practices
• Tour a Marina

Prerequsites and Career Pathway

There are no prerequsites for this course and it is not a prerequisite for other MIAA courses. It lays a solid foundation in operational knowledge of marinas and initiates a career pathway in the marina industry.

Please refer to the Career Pathway for the Marina Industry.

Who Should Attend?

The course is of great value to people who are new to marinas, work for councils or government organisations and for marina employees. It provides an opportunity to broaden their understanding of the marina community and learn the basics of marina management and operations.

Feedback from Past Students

"The Marinas 101 course has allowed my staff to gain a thorough understanding of the operation and management of a marina and its environmental and community challenges. I value these courses and ensure that all of my staff attend them early in their employment."
Allan Cayzer CMM, Marina Manager, Marina | YE

"I found the entire day really interesting and beneficial for marine management as our marina develops."
Carmel Malone, Portland Bay Local Port (Glenelg Shire Council)

Scholarship - for Gold Coast Course 2012

The Marinas 101 - Superior Jetties Scholarship is open to anyone who is interested in attending the course and who is a member of the MIAA(Membership can be either through your Marina or as an individual). The Scholarship will cover all costs (travel excluded) of attending the course.