Training is reactive
Courses are purchased after findings or requests without identifying the underlying competence need.
Training Strategy & Workforce Development
Maritime Training Needs Analysis Based on Competence Gaps
Replace generic course lists with a role-based training strategy tied to operational requirements, performance evidence and measurable development priorities.
Invest in training for a defined reason
A useful TNA begins with the role and expected performance, not with a catalogue of available courses. We help organizations connect regulatory requirements, company procedures, assessment evidence, incident learning, audit findings and career pathways into a structured training plan.
Attendance is treated as competence
A certificate shows participation or completion but may not demonstrate workplace performance.
Priorities are unclear
Mandatory, risk-based, remedial and development needs compete for the same budget without a common method.
What the engagement can include
The final scope is agreed around your organization, vessels, people, available evidence and intended outcome. Typical deliverables include:
- Role and competence matrix
- Regulatory and company requirement mapping
- Current-evidence and gap review
- Training priority and risk model
- Delivery-method recommendations
- Provider evaluation criteria
- Assessment and transfer-to-work measures
- Phased training roadmap and review cycle
Our consulting approach
1. Define the scope
Clarify the applicable requirement, decision, operational context and evidence needed.
2. Assess the current position
Review documentation, roles, competence, records and practical implementation without creating unnecessary paperwork.
3. Deliver a prioritized roadmap
Separate urgent gaps from longer-term improvement and assign practical actions, owners and review points.
Frequently asked questions
Is a TNA only for mandatory training?
No. It can cover mandatory, operational, remedial, leadership, technical and career-development needs.
Do you sell the courses you recommend?
No. Maritime Path Consulting is vendor-neutral and does not receive commission from training providers.
Can the analysis cover one department or vessel type?
Yes. A focused pilot can be completed before extending the method across the organization.
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Turn the requirement into a practical action plan
Share the challenge, intended outcome and current position. We will confirm whether the request fits our scope and propose the most useful next step.