Competency Standards: Marine Technology Certificationnote - the terms "registration" and "certification" may be used interchangeably throughout this guide. Chartered Marine Technologist (CMarTech)EducationNormally, a formal education is an essential pre-requisite for registration as it demonstrates the underpinning knowledge and understanding for professional competence. The following qualifications exemplify the required knowledge and understanding for Chartered Marine Technologist certification: An accredited Master’s degree or An accredited Bachelor’s degree, plus either an appropriate accredited Master’s degree, or appropriate further learning to Master's level. If an accredited Master’s level qualification is not presented, it is possible to demonstrate Master's level achievement through a combination of academic awards and/or appropriate experiential learning. Candidates applying through this route must clearly demonstrate that they have achieved the same level of knowledge and understanding, as those with the accredited qualifications. For example, a Bachelor’s qualification supported by appropriate professional experience may be sufficient to demonstrate a Master's level knowledge. Candidates must respond to each of the Competency Standards with specific examples of how they have met each standard through experiential learning. Candidates should be careful to explain what was learned from each experience. If you do not possess the requisite academic credentials, but you believe your career or professional experience will merit consideration, please fill out and submit the Career Appraisal Route Form with your application. CompetenceAll Candidates for registration must have at minimum of five (5) years of experience in their professional field. The following table details the generic competencies that must be demonstrated in order to achieve registration as a Chartered Marine Technologist. Given the diverse nature of technological practice, achieving the required level for these professional competencies will involve a broad range of activities. Candidates who believe they meet these or who wish to work towards them, should approach the MTS or SUT to obtain further details on how to apply for registration. Chartered Marine Technologists must be competent throughout their professional lives using a combination of their knowledge, training and experience to be able to:
Professional DevelopmentProfessional development is a key part of developing the competence required to achieve the standard for Chartered Marine Technologist registration. Aspiring Chartered Marine Technologists learn to apply their knowledge and understanding and apply professional judgment through professional development. Candidates may rely on professional development opportunities offered via MTS or SUT events, university training, workplace training, accredited professional development schemes, or other high-level professional development opportunities. For candidates seeking additional information about professional development, the Registrar will be able to provide information and guidance necessary and may be able to put them in touch with a mentor to assist them through the process and help to identify any skills gaps in their development. Anyone seeking registration as a Chartered Marine Technologist should maintain a detailed record of their development, responsibilities and experience, verified by referees, in order to be best prepared to provide the evidence of professional competence commensurate for CMarTech registration. Maintaining Competence & Demonstrating a Commitment to CPDOnce CMarTech registration has been achieved, Chartered Marine Technologists have an obligation to maintain professional competence. MTS and SUT are actively developing an online tracking system for professional development units, which will be made available to those registered if the pilot program is continued. View the CPD Plan form online. Code of Professional ConductAll successful candidates are required to make a personal commitment to live by the appropriate codes of professional conduct, recognizing their obligations to society, the marine professions and the environment. The MTS code of conduct is available online here. The SUT code of conduct is available online here.
Registered Marine Technologist (RMarTech)All Candidates for registration must have at minimum of five (5) years of experience in their professional field. The following table details the generic competencies that must be demonstrated in order to achieve registration as a Registered Marine Technologist. Given the diverse nature of technological practice, achieving the required level for these professional competencies will involve a broad range of activities. Candidates who believe they meet these or who wish to work towards them, should approach MTS or SUT to obtain further details on how to apply for registration. EducationNormally, formal education is an essential pre-requisite for registration, as it demonstrates the underpinning knowledge and understanding for professional competence. The following qualifications exemplify the required knowledge and understanding for Registered Marine Technologist registration. An accredited Bachelor’s degree Or A Higher National Certificate or Diploma or Foundation Degree, plus appropriate further learning to degree level. Or An NVQ4 or SVQ4 If an accredited Bachelor ordinary degree level qualification is not present, it is possible to demonstrate Bachelor ordinary degree level achievement through a combination of academic awards and/or appropriate experiential learning. Candidates applying through this route must clearly demonstrate that they have achieved the same level of knowledge and understanding as those with the accredited qualifications. For example, a HND (or other Associate’s level or Vocational training) qualification supported by appropriate professional experience may be sufficient to demonstrate a Bachelor level knowledge. Candidates must respond to each of the Competency Standards with specific examples of how they have met each standard through experiential learning. If you do not possess the requisite academic credentials, but you believe your career or professional experience will merit consideration, please fill out and submit the Career Appraisal Route Form with your application. CompetenceRegistered Marine Technologists must be competent throughout their professional lives using a combination of their knowledge, training and experience to be able to:
Professional DevelopmentProfessional development is a key part of developing the competence required to achieve the standard for Registered Marine Technologist registration. Aspiring Registered Marine Technologists learn to apply their knowledge and understanding and apply professional judgment through professional development. Candidates may rely on professional development opportunities offered via MTS or SUT events, university training, workplace training, accredited professional development schemes, or other high-level professional development opportunities. For candidates seeking additional information about professional development, the Registrar will be able to provide information and guidance necessary and may be able to put them in touch with a mentor to assist them through the process and help to identify any skills gaps in their development. Anyone seeking registration as a Registered Marine Technologist should maintain a detailed record of their development, responsibilities and experience, verified by referees, in order to be best prepared to provide the evidence of professional competence commensurate for RMarTech registration. Maintaining Competence & Demonstrating a Commitment to CPDOnce RMarTech registration has been achieved, Registered Marine Technologists have an obligation to maintain professional competence. MTS and SUT are actively developing an online tracking system for professional development units, which will be made available to those registered if the pilot program is continued. View the CPD Plan form online here. Code of Professional ConductAll successful candidates are required to make a personal commitment to live by the appropriate codes of professional conduct, recognizing their obligations to society, the marine professions and the environment. The MTS code of conduct is available online here. The SUT code of conduct is available online here.
Marine Technician (MarTech)All Candidates for registration must have at minimum of five (5) years of experience in their professional field. The following table details the generic competencies that must be demonstrated in order to achieve registration as a Marine Technician. Given the diverse nature of scientific and technological practice, achieving the required level for these professional competencies will involve a broad range of activities. Candidates, who believe they meet these or who wish to work towards them, should approach MTS or SUT to obtain further details on how to apply for registration. EducationNormally, formal education is a pre-requisite for registration, as it demonstrates the underpinning knowledge and understanding for professional competence. The following qualifications exemplify the required knowledge and understanding for Marine Technician registration. Standard RouteIntegrated training and experience such as is provided by many Advanced Apprenticeships can provide most, or all, of the knowledge and experience necessary, and may lead directly to Marine Technician registration. Other qualifications can provide a straightforward way of demonstrating that part of the necessary competence has been acquired. The following are examples of qualifications which an applicant for Marine Technician registration might hold:
Qualifications at this level are subject to change as a result of policy developments. Please consult MTS or SUT for details of any changes or additions to this list. Individual Route / Career Appraisal RouteMany potential professional Marine Technicians will not have had the advantage of formal training and will need to demonstrate they have acquired the necessary competencies through extended experience, some of this supervised. Experienced, practicing professional Marine Technicians are often found to have gained the necessary knowledge and skills for their job through working closely with other skilled colleagues over a number of years. Thus, individuals without the types of qualifications listed above may apply for an Individual Route assessment. This separate procedure, administered by MTS and SUT, involves an in-depth appraisal of the applicant’s competence. Evidence of employer recognition of competencies and relevant skills will assist in achieving registration. MTS or SUT may be able to provide a mentor to help applicants to address any gaps in their training and experience portfolio. If one of these approved qualifications is not offered, it is possible to demonstrate the appropriate level of achievement through a combination of academic awards and/or appropriate experiential learning. Candidates applying through this route must clearly demonstrate that they have achieved the same level of knowledge and understanding as those with the accredited qualifications. Candidates must respond to each of the Competency Standards with specific examples of how they have met each standard through experiential learning. Candidates should be careful to explain what was learned from each experience. If you do not possess the requisite academic credentials, but you believe your career or professional experience will merit consideration under the individual route, please fill out and submit the Career Appraisal Route Form with your application. CompetenceMarine Technicians must be competent throughout their professional lives using a combination of their knowledge, training and experience to be able to:
Professional DevelopmentProfessional development is a key part of developing the competence required to achieve the standard for Marine Technician registration. Aspiring Marine Technicians learn to apply their knowledge and understanding and apply professional judgment through professional development. Candidates may rely on professional development opportunities offered via MTS or SUT events, university training, workplace training, accredited professional development schemes, or other high-level professional development opportunities. For candidates seeking additional information about professional development, the Registrar will be able to provide information and guidance necessary and may be able to put them in touch with a mentor to assist them through the process and help to identify any skills gaps in their development. Anyone seeking registration as a Marine Technician should maintain a detailed record of their development, responsibilities and experience, verified by referees, in order to be best prepared to provide the evidence of professional competence commensurate for MarTech registration. Maintaining Competence & Demonstrating a Commitment to CPDOnce MarTech registration has been achieved, Marine Technicians have an obligation to maintain professional competence. MTS and SUT are actively developing an online tracking system for professional development units, which will be made available to those registered if the pilot program is continued. View the CPD Plan form online. Code of Professional ConductAll successful candidates are required to make a personal commitment to live by the appropriate codes of professional conduct, recognizing their obligations to society, the marine professions and the environment. The MTS code of conduct is available online here. The SUT code of conduct is available online here. |
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