MEDIA CONTACTS:
Susan Daly (401-848-5777, ext 220)
Cynthia Goss (203-453-2731)

For Immediate Release

IYRS to Host Open House at Bristol Facility on April 5

Saturday Event is Valuable Opportunity to Learn about Marine Systems Courses

March 18, 2008 — The International Yacht Restoration School will host an Open House at the school's satellite facility in Bristol (R.I.) on Saturday, April 5. The Bristol facility, located at 257 Franklin Street, was opened in 2007 to serve as the teaching locale for the school's new courses in marine systems.  The event runs from 10 am to 2 pm. 

"The Bristol Open House is a great opportunity for individuals interested in learning about our marine systems courses, as well as the career paths this type of training can open up," said Susan Daly of IYRS. "The school worked in close coordination with the marine industry to develop the systems courses, and the training is very specific to the types of skills local companies look for in their employees."

The IYRS Marine Systems Program offers comprehensive training in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting onboard systems such as electrical, electronic, steering, plumbing, and propulsion. The school offers a 10-month certificate program, which begins each Fall, as well as Continuing Education courses. Graduates of these courses are in high demand by the region's marine businesses.

In developing the program, IYRS worked closely with the Rhode Island Marines Trades Association and the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC), the organization that develops the safety standards for boat building and repair and serves as a leader in marine education and certification.  The Marine Systems Program and the Bristol facility are designed to be state-of-the-art to keep students in step with changing technology.   

Individuals who would like to schedule an appointment to meet with a member of the IYRS staff during the Open House should contact IYRS Director of Admissions John Freer (401-848-5777, x203 / jfreer@iyrs.org).

For more information about IYRS and its educational programs, visit www.iyrs.org or call 401-848-5777, x203.