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YDSA launched its training pathway - YDSA Academy - in 2019. Various training opportunities are rolled out for Members to support their own career progression using online modules, practical events and interactive events online. Members are also able to submit other training activities for consideration towards their pathway, leading ultimately to YDSA professional certification for Members. All events count towards a member's Continuous Professional Development points.
YDSA offers more events throughout the year to assist Surveyors and Designers in their professional development and provide great networking opportunities. These include visits to factories or boatyards, practical training days, our annual London Conference in March and our Certifying Authority training day during the Southampton Boat Show each year.
The Annual YDSA Conference brings together surveyors, designers and others from the marine industry for a day of industry updates from a range of marine professionals. The conference also provides a great networking opportunity.
The Conference is an in-person event and open to Members, Partners and Non-Members alike.
The programme and booking link can be found below.
The YDSA Northern Forums are held twice a year, on the first Thursday in March and the first Thursday in November.
The meet usually takes place in the North East and topics cover all aspects of surveying and boats. Each meet is themed and speakers are arranged to present and discuss based on the theme. Recent themes have included:
The Northern Forum is open to Members and Non-Members alike.