College of the Florida Keys

Marine Engineering, Management, and Seamanship

MEMS Industry Partners

CFK is positioned as a leader in maritime education. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced that The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) is among 32 entities designated as Centers of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education (CoE) in 2024. This is the second consecutive time that CFK has received the designation, which it will hold for the next five years. This recognition opens doors to enhanced programs, potential equipment upgrades and increased industry recognition.

We are proud to partner with the below organizations.

Yamaha Marine University Certifications

Through our partnership with Yamaha Marine, we’re elevating both the quality and availability of skilled technicians in the marine industry. Students gain hands-on, industry-specific expertise that prepares them to enter the workforce with confidence—often before they’ve even completed their CFK associate degree or certificate program.

-Portable Outboard Maintenance Certificate
-Inline Outboard Maintenance Certificate

Marine Trades Accreditation Program with American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC)

The Marine Trades Accreditation Program (MTAP), offered by the ABYC Foundation, is a program that recognizes and supports quality marine service technology programs in secondary and post-secondary schools. It focuses on aligning training with industry needs and ensuring students receive comprehensive, industry-recognized instruction.