Marriott International Maldives has partnered with the Maldives Institute of Technology (MIT) to launch the country’s first Laundry Certification Program, which has received approval from the Maldives National Skills Development Authority (MNSDA). The aim of the program is to train and upskill local talent in hospitality laundry operations to ensure the highest hygiene standards and prioritize guest safety and brand standards.

Marriott International, with its focus on training, retaining, and growing local talent, collaborated with MIT to create the program, which is also open to local talent from Maafushi and Gulhi islands seeking career growth opportunities in hospitality laundry operations. The program enrolled 21 local associates from Marriott Bonvoy’s seven Maldives resorts, and laundry leaders from these resorts provided inputs to the course content.

The certification program spanned four months, with virtual theory sessions and physical practical sessions conducted at the resorts. Pre-assessment exams were conducted at the respective resorts to prepare participants for the final examination, which was held at Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa under the supervision of a Chief Invigilator nominated by MNSDA.

Marriott International, MIT, and MNSDA are confident about the program’s success in training local talent seeking a career in hospitality and laundry operations. This collaboration is another step in Marriott International’s commitment to putting people first, investing in local communities, and creating growth opportunities for local talent.

Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of Maldives resorts includes seven luxury hotels, each offering unique experiences and exceptional hospitality services. The resorts include The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, W Maldives, Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, and The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort.