INTRODUCTION
In line with its mandate to build human capacity resource and enhance skills development in the nine (9) states of the Niger Delta Region, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in collaboration with the Maritime Academy of Nigeria, Oron, has concluded arrangement to train interested and qualified youths of the Niger Delta origin in specific areas of maritime studies that will lead to award of globally recognised certifications and create the needed skilled man power in the real maritime sector, locally and internationally.

PROGRAMMES
1. Course Title: Industrial Safety
Qualification: Minimum Of Ordinary National Diploma In Engineering Sciences
Duration: 6 Months (180 Days)

2. Course Title: Ableseamanship
Qualification: Minimum Of Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE)
Duration: 3 Months (90 Days)

3. Course Title: Preseamanship
Qualification: Minimum Of Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE)
Duration: 3 Months (90 Days)

4. Course Title: Motorman/Marine Engineering
Qualification: Minimum Of Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE)
Duration: 3 Months (90 Days)

5. Course Title: Offshore Crane Operator
Qualification: Minimum Of Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE)
Duration: 4 Months (120 Days)

6. Course Title: Blasting And Coating
Qualification: Minimum Of Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE)
Duration: 5 Months (150 Days)

7. Course Title: Scaffolding
Qualification: Minimum Of Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE)
Duration: 3 Months (90 Days)


ADDITIONAL CRITERIA
Apart from educational requirement as stated in the above table, the interested applicants must meet the following criteria/requirements.
Must be indigene of the Niger Delta.
Must be physically fit and be prepared to undergo full medical and psychometric tests.
Should be between ages of 20-35 years.

MODE OF APPLICATION
Go to http:///1879194/nddc2 for more details on how to apply.

DURATION:
All completed applications must be submitted on or before 11th June, 2012