Introducing the first official
Marine Trades Accreditation Program (MTAP)
Support Workforce Development!
Educator Training Conference
For those teaching, or thinking about teaching, about boats. Register toady!
Education Scholarships
Scholarships are available for traditional school programs and CEU opportunities.
Educators of the Year Announced!
Educator of the Year award honors extraordinary marine service technology instructors
Marine Trades Accreditation
Learn more about the first official program accreditation program
ABYC FOUNDATION
The technician shortage may be the biggest challenge facing the marine industry. Without trained technicians, dealerships, manufacturers, and the consumer suffer, which is why the ABYC Foundation is committed to making training programs more accessible and to ensure current and aspiring technicians receive the education they need to excel in the workforce.
Our Purpose
The ABYC Foundation is dedicated to providing resources for current and aspiring marine service technicians, creating educational and lifelong career opportunities
Is your organization looking to get involved in supporting the education of the next generation of marine technicians?
Tax-deductible donations to the ABYC Foundation help ensure that our work continues.