Business Details
Global Trade Compliance Training Experts
World Academy has dedicated over twenty-five years to advancing trade compliance education and training for global industry professionals. We specialize in preparing customs brokerage license candidates and providing continuing education credits for licensed brokers through meticulously designed programs focused on import trade compliance, regulatory updates, and risk management. Our curriculum integrates evolving Brokerage Modernization regulations, Customs Federal Regulations, and importer of record expertise to deliver training that enhances professional value beyond mere credit acquisition. With a foundation rooted in The World Trade Institute platform, we have expanded our offerings to include compliance development tools and management strategies tailored to modern global supply chain challenges.Our 2025 accredited courses cover critical topics such as Forced Labor Verification, HTS Classification, and CTPAT Security Awareness, supported by program management counselors who help professionals craft personalized training roadmaps. We serve corporate clients seeking to meet U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Reasonable Care standards through onsite and virtual hybrid training solutions that address international commercial terms, financial controls, and supply chain security threats.
Services
Import Compliance Training
Customs Brokerage Exam Prep
CTPAT Security Training
HTS Classification Workshops
Forced Labor Compliance Programs
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of specialized trade compliance training experience
- Customs broker continuing education accredited programs available
- Expert-led curriculum development for global supply chains
- Tailored training roadmaps for professional development
- Corporate regulatory training meeting CBP Reasonable Care standards
Services
Import Compliance Training
Our Import Compliance Training programs address U.S. Customs regulations, documentation requirements, and risk mitigation strategies. Designed for trade professionals, these courses cover regulatory updates, audit preparation, and best practices for maintaining compliance in global supply chains while meeting federal standards.
HTS Classification Workshops
HTS Classification Workshops develop expertise in Harmonized Tariff Schedule application through hands-on skill development. Participants learn classification methodologies, update procedures, and error prevention techniques essential for accurate duty assessment and regulatory compliance in international trade operations.
Forced Labor Compliance Programs
Forced Labor Compliance Programs train professionals in Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act requirements and supplier verification processes. Our curriculum includes risk assessment frameworks, audit protocols, and documentation strategies to ensure supply chain transparency and regulatory adherence for importers.
CTPAT Security Training
CTPAT Security Training covers supply chain threat awareness, security protocols, and compliance requirements for Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism certification. Participants gain implementation strategies for security measures, risk assessment techniques, and documentation practices that meet CBP security standards.
Customs Brokerage Exam Prep
Customs Brokerage Exam Preparation courses provide comprehensive review of U.S. import regulations, entry procedures, and compliance requirements. Our program includes practice exams, regulatory analysis, and test-taking strategies to prepare candidates for the official customs broker licensing examination.
People
Rennie Alston
Chief Executive Officer
30+ year customs regulatory expert and licensed broker with Pace University teaching experience. Serves as CBP compliance consultant for Fortune 500 companies including BMW, Pfizer, and Goodyear while leading global Incoterms training initiatives.
Questions
What continuing education courses do you offer for licensed customs brokers?
Our 2025 accredited courses include Importer Compliance Management, HTS Classification, Forced Labor Verification, CTPAT Security Training, and Incoterms application workshops.
Do you provide corporate training solutions?
Yes, we offer onsite and virtual compliance training programs tailored to meet U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Reasonable Care standards for corporate clients.
Are your courses available outside the United States?
While our primary locations include Nashville, Edison, Orlando, and Las Vegas, we offer virtual training options accessible to international participants.
Who instructs your training programs?
Our lead instructors include industry experts like Rennie Alston, a licensed customhouse broker with 30+ years of CBP regulatory experience and former Pace University instructor.
What topics address modern supply chain risks?
Our curriculum covers forced labor compliance, financial controls, related party transactions, and security threat awareness to mitigate global trade risks.
