Specialized Safety and Technical Training Provider
Kersten Training Academy (KTA) is Suriname’s premier center for specialized industrial and maritime safety training. As part of the established Kersten Group, KTA is dedicated to elevating local workforce competencies to international benchmarks. The academy features modern training facilities designed to provide hands-on experience in emergency response, heavy machinery operation, and offshore safety, ensuring that personnel are fully prepared for the rigorous demands of Suriname’s expanding energy and mining sectors
Training Courses and Certifications
KTA offers a broad curriculum of safety-critical and technical certifications, including:
- Offshore & Maritime Safety: OPITO-aligned survival courses, STCW Basic Safety Training, and HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training).
- Technical Skills: Specialized welding, electrical maintenance, and instrumentation.
- Lifting & Logistics: Safe operation of forklifts, cranes, and heavy-duty industrial equipment.
- HSE & First Aid: Industrial firefighting, First Aid at Work (EFA), and Working at Heights.
Class Schedules
KTA maintains a recurring schedule for its most popular safety modules. For specialized technical training or corporate group bookings, the academy offers flexible on-demand scheduling to align with project-specific timelines.
Accreditations and Partnerships
KTA aligns its training with several internationally recognized accreditation bodies and global safety standards:
- OPITO (Offshore Petroleum Industry Training Organization)
- STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping)
- SBB (National Training Authority of Suriname)
- ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management
Vision
KTA’s vision is to be the leading center for human resource development in the Guiana Shield. By providing world-class training locally, they aim to empower the Surinamese workforce, reduce reliance on expatriate labor, and promote a culture of safety excellence within the regional industrial landscape
Corporate Information
Operations:
Bergensweg 40, Paramaribo Suriname
Phone:
+597 401-444
+597 896-1444
Email:
info.kta@kersten.sr
Website: