Section 83Sec./Art. 83

Regulation of Training Programs and Fees. - The Maritime Industry Board created under Presidential Decree No. 474, otherwise known as the "Maritime Industry Decree of 1974", shall be authorized under this Act to regulate the fees imposed by MARINA-accredited maritime training institutions for maritime courses and programs required under the STCW Convention, as amended. The MARINA Board shall ensure that the fees charged for these training courses are reasonable. For this purpose, the Secretary of the DMW shall be a regular and voting member of the MARINA Board to ensure the protection of the rights and welfare of seafarers on board ships operating internationally.

The power to regulate dos not extend to non-mandatory training or courses. In this regard, the MARINA shall regularly publish the mandatory training or courses required by the STCW Convention.