Section 84Sec./Art. 84

Non-Degree Courses For Seafarers. - Subject to the approval of the MARINA, the TESDA, in consultation with the CHED, may develop and establish non-degree courses on maritime education and training consistent with its mandate under Republic Act No. 7796.

Non-degree holder seafarers may be required to undergo shipboard training for purposes of employment in the domestic maritime industry, in vessels below the minimum gross tonnage and horsepower required under the guidelines of the MARINA in compliance with international standards: Provided, That such non-degree program may serve as a preparatory course, or may be considered as an "associate degree", leading to full international or domestic maritime degree programs through a ladderized system of education and training, consistent with Republic Act No. 10647 and Republic Act No. 10968, otherwise known as the "PQF Act".

CHAPTER XIX

INCENTIVES AND AWARDS GRANTED TO THE MARITIME INDUSTRY