Mid-Atlantic Maritime Academy (MAMA)

Mid-Atlantic Maritime Academy (MAMA) is a specialized maritime training institution located in Norfolk, Virginia. The academy provides professional maritime education and certification training for individuals seeking careers in the commercial maritime industry. Norfolk's position as a major port city and home to the world's largest naval station makes it a strategically significant location for maritime workforce training.

Programs at MAMA include STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping) basic safety training, vessel security officer training, maritime firefighting, survival craft and rescue boat operations, and other U.S. Coast Guard-approved maritime certifications. These credentials are required for professional mariners serving on commercial vessels and are recognized under international maritime standards.

Located in Norfolk, VA, Mid-Atlantic Maritime Academy is situated within one of the most active maritime regions on the East Coast, encompassing the Port of Virginia, major naval installations, and a substantial commercial shipping industry. Its Coast Guard-approved certification programs support workforce entry and credential maintenance for maritime professionals throughout the mid-Atlantic region.