MARICERT is a private training and consulting initiative specializing in professional development for the fishing and marine industries. We provide online courses, educational materials, and advisory services to individuals and organizations working in seafood processing, commercial fishing, vessel operations, and related maritime fields.

Our core services include:

  • The delivery of online training programs and webinars
  • Consulting and mentorship on maritime industry employment and compliance
  • Skill development and workforce upskilling for seafarers and shore-based personnel
  • Issuance of non-official certificates of attendance and course completion

All educational services are intended to support professional growth and entry into the maritime labor market. Certification issued by MARICERT does not represent official accreditation, nor is it governed by UK educational authorities or regulatory bodies. We do not act as an accrediting agency, and we make no claims of being affiliated with any UK government or recognized awarding body. Our certificates are clearly marked as non-formal and are provided solely for professional development purposes. Website: https://maricert.com/

Maricert Marine Certification and Accreditation

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Terms and Conditions of the Maricert courses

Welcome to Maricert. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Maricert website and services, including all educational content, digital materials, and associated features (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using the Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you must not use the Services.

1. About Maricert

Maricert is a private, independent platform that provides non-formal, supplementary educational courses. Our programs are not equivalent to formal education such as those provided by schools, colleges, or state-accredited institutions. We do not provide degrees, diplomas, or government-recognised certifications. The educational content on Maricert is designed for professional development, industry orientation, and personal enrichment within the maritime and related sectors.

2. Eligibility

By using Maricert, you represent and warrant that:

  • You are at least 18 years of age or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction.
  • You have the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract.
  • All information provided during registration or course enrolment is accurate and complete.

3. Account Responsibility

You may be required to create an account to access certain parts of the Services. You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. Maricert reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that are in breach of these Terms or for any misuse of the platform.

4. Course Content and Access

All content provided through Maricert, including but not limited to videos, PDFs, audio materials, and assessments, is the intellectual property of Maricert or its licensors. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the content for personal, non-commercial educational purposes only.

You may not:

  • Reproduce, redistribute, or resell course materials.
  • Share login credentials or account access.
  • Use the content for competitive or commercial purposes.

5. Course Completion and Certificates

Upon successful completion of a course, you may be eligible to receive a Maricert Certificate of Completion. This certificate is a digital recognition of course participation and does not constitute formal academic credit or professional licensing. Certificates are issued at Maricert’s discretion and subject to the completion of all course requirements.

We do not sell your personal data.

6. Disclaimer of Employment Guarantee

Maricert does not guarantee employment, job placement, promotion, or career advancement as a result of completing any course or receiving any certificate. Our Services are intended as supplementary education to support individual learning and development. Any decision to hire, contract, or otherwise engage you is made solely by third-party employers, and Maricert shall bear no liability in connection with such decisions.

7. Payment and Refunds

All prices are displayed in the applicable currency and include taxes where required by law. Payments are non-refundable except where required by applicable consumer law. We encourage users to carefully review course content and descriptions prior to purchase.

8. Modifications to Services

Maricert reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Services at any time, including course offerings, pricing, and platform features. Where possible, reasonable notice will be given for significant changes.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Maricert shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including but not limited to:

  • Loss of income or opportunity
  • Business interruption
  • Data loss
  • Personal dissatisfaction with course content or outcomes

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Maricert, its directors, employees, affiliates, and partners from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of your use of the Services or violation of these Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact our editorial team at: [email protected]

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms from time to time. When we do, the updated version will be posted on this page with the effective date. Continued use of the Services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

Maricert Marine Certification and Accreditation

9.04.2025

Terms and Conditions of the Maricert Quality Mark

1. Definitions

  • 1.1. Applicable Law means the relevant legislation of the United Kingdom applicable to business practices, advertising, and consumer rights, including but not limited to the Consumer Rights Act 2015, the UK GDPR, and related statutory instruments.
  • 1.2. Application refers to the form submitted by an Organisation seeking to receive the Maricert Quality Mark.
  • 1.3. Quality Mark means the official visual badge granted to Organisations that meet Maricert’s transparency, reliability, and compliance criteria.
  • 1.4. Trusted Organisations Register ("Register") means the official list of Organisations that have been awarded the Maricert Quality Mark, publicly available on the Maricert website.
  • 1.5. Organisation means a legal entity, company, or sole trader providing educational or informational services online or offline, and seeking recognition through the Quality Mark scheme.
  • 1.6. User means any individual using the services or content provided by the Organisation.
  • 1.7. Client means a prospective or current customer of the Organisation.
  • 1.8. Maricert Platform ("Platform") refers to the website located at https://maricert.com, through which educational content, certification, and accreditation services are made available.
  • 1.9. Maricert LTD ("Maricert") means the legal entity registered in England and Wales with responsibility for managing the Maricert Platform and overseeing the Quality Mark programme.

2. General Provisions

  • 2.1. The Maricert Quality Mark is issued to Organisations that demonstrate compliance with established standards of transparency, ethical practices, and content quality.
  • 2.2. To be listed in the Register and to receive the Maricert Quality Mark, an Organisation must submit a formal Application, confirming agreement with the Policy and its criteria.
  • 2.3. The Application must include accurate and up-to-date information about the Organisation, including contact details, services offered, refund policies, and applicable legal registrations.
  • 2.4. Applications are submitted via a designated form available on the Maricert Platform and are considered received once confirmed by Maricert.
  • 2.5. Qualified Organisations are listed in the public Register of Trusted Organisations. The Register is openly accessible on the Maricert website and may be viewed by any user or visitor.

3. Joining the Quality Mark Programme

  • 3.1 By submitting the Application, the Organisation expresses its commitment to meet and maintain the criteria established by this Policy.
  • 3.2 Organisations must ensure that all information provided in the Application is complete and truthful. Failure to provide accurate data may result in removal from the Register.
  • 3.3. Organisations agree that Maricert may verify any submitted information, including legal status, refund policies, and content quality.
  • 3.4. Organisations are required to notify Maricert within five (5) business days of any changes to their legal or contact information.
  • 3.5. If discrepancies or violations are identified, the Organisation will have fifteen (15) business days to resolve them. Otherwise, the Organisation may be removed from the Register.

4. Eligibility Criteria

  • 4.1. Organisations must meet the following criteria:
    • 4.1.1. Maintain a refund rate of less than 10% over the last six months.
    • 4.1.2. Provide valid business registration details and contact information.
    • 4.1.3. Display transparent refund policies and terms of service that align with UK consumer law.
    • 4.1.4. Provide accurate course descriptions and allow demo access for review.
    • 4.1.5. Appoint a contact person responsible for resolving issues with clients.
    • 4.1.6. Operate as a registered entity for a minimum of six months prior to applying.
  • 4.2. Organisations may be disqualified if they are subject to criminal or administrative proceedings related to consumer law violations.
  • 4.3. Maricert reserves the right to conduct independent audits or engage third-party verifiers.
  • 4.4. Costs associated with audits may be charged to the Organisation in case of confirmed violations.

5. Granting the Quality Mark

  • 5.1. The Quality Mark assignment includes the following steps:
    • 5.1.1. Submission and registration of the Application.
    • 5.1.2. Document and content review by Maricert.
    • 5.1.3. Evaluation of refund policies and legal compliance.
    • 5.1.4. Verification of course quality and absence of plagiarism or prohibited content.
    • 5.1.5. Publication of Organisation details in the Register.
    • 5.1.6. Permission to display the Maricert Quality Mark on the Organisation’s website and materials.

6. Monitoring & Compliance

  • 6.1. Maricert shall review the compliance of Organisations at least once every six (6) months.
  • 6.2. Organisations must respond to compliance requests within fifteen (15) business days.
  • 6.3. If issues are not resolved in time, the Organisation may be removed from the Register and the Quality Mark revoked.
  • 6.4. Misuse of the Maricert Quality Mark, including false representation or unauthorised placement, will result in immediate withdrawal of rights and may lead to legal action.
  • 6.5. Upon revocation, the Organisation must remove the Quality Mark from all platforms within one (1) business day. Continued use may result in fines or legal consequences.

7. Liability

  • 7.1. Organisations are fully responsible for the accuracy of submitted information.
  • 7.2. In the event of proven misinformation, Maricert reserves the right to seek compensation for damages and remove the Organisation from the Register.

8. Appeals

  • 8.1. Notifications regarding delisting or violations will be issued in writing via email or user dashboard.
  • 8.2. The Organisation has ten (10) business days to respond to such notifications.
  • 8.3. If the Organisation believes the decision was incorrect, it may file an appeal within ten (10) business days.
  • 8.4. Maricert will review appeals within ten (10) business days and provide a final decision.

This document is governed by the laws of England and Wales.

For questions regarding this policy, please contact: [email protected]