Licenses & Certifications｜Professional Qualifications
This page lists the professional licenses, training records, and credentials of
Nelson Chou (周端政). From international humanitarian and disaster risk governance
to open education, agricultural ethics, maritime practice, and jade aesthetics, it outlines
the multi-layered professional background behind his work as a Cultural Systems Observer.
For more about the person behind these credentials, see:
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International Disaster Risk, Resilience & Humanitarian System Credentials
This section brings together training and courses from FEMA, UNESCO, and the ICRC,
showing a structured understanding of emergency management, landslide risk, and international
humanitarian law, along with their practical foundations.
FEMA IS-230.e Fundamentals of Emergency Management
Certificate Type: Certificate of Achievement
Institution: FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University (Federal Emergency Management Agency, USA)
Course: IS-230.e Fundamentals of Emergency Management
Focus: Core principles of emergency management in crisis situations; the disaster
management cycle; inter-agency coordination; and building community resilience.
Landslide Risk Assessment, Monitoring, and Forecasting
Certificate Type: Certificate of Completion
Institution: UNESCO Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme (IHP)
Focus: Risk assessment, monitoring, and forecasting methods for landslides and
geo-disasters; understanding how geomorphological and hydrological factors affect slope
stability and social vulnerability; strengthening disaster risk management under climate
change conditions.
Introduction to International Humanitarian Law (IHL)
Certificate Type: Certificate of Completion
Platform: Kaya – Humanitarian Leadership Academy
Course Provider: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
Focus: Core principles of protection in armed conflict, the basic structure of
international humanitarian law, and the fundamental values behind wartime conduct and the
protection of civilians.
Artificial Intelligence, Open Education & Knowledge Systems Credentials
This section focuses on AI and the rule of law, open educational resources (OER),
and the use of generative AI in teaching, highlighting a systemic approach to the
design, governance, and transmission of knowledge.
Artificial Intelligence and the Rule of Law
Certificate Type: Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) Certificate of Completion
Organizers: UNESCO, The Future Society, Cetic.br | NIC.br, The National Judicial College,
IEEE, Open Society Foundations
Focus: The intersection of artificial intelligence, the rule of law, human rights,
ethics, and governance frameworks; strengthening conceptual and practical foundations for
AI policy, public governance, and responsible technology development.
Open Educational Resources (OER) Development
Certificate Type: Certificate of Completion
Institution: UNESCO Regional Office for Southern Africa
Focus: Design, licensing, and implementation of Open Educational Resources (OER)
within education systems; including open licensing of teaching materials, structuring
digital learning resources, and promoting educational equity through openness.
Gemini Certified Educator
Certificate Type: Gemini Certified Educator
Issuing Body: Google for Education
Focus: Knowledge and practical skills for using Google AI (Gemini) in educational
contexts; integrating generative AI into curriculum design, classroom activities,
and learning workflows.
Government & Academic Credentials (Agriculture, Laboratory Animals & Research Ethics)
This section covers training and appointments related to agriculture, laboratory animal
care, and research ethics, underscoring a commitment to ethics, compliance, and animal
welfare in scientific research and agricultural technology.
114 IACUC External Member Training Course – Certificate of Completion
Organizer: Taiwan Accreditation Foundation for Good Agricultural Products (commissioned by the Ministry of Agriculture)
Topic: IACUC (Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee) External Member Training, 4 hours in total
Focus: Research ethics, animal welfare, and the practical mechanisms of protocol review.
114 Workshop on Practical Writing and Review of Laboratory Animal Protocols – Training Record
Organizers: College of Veterinary Medicine, National Taiwan University × Ministry of Agriculture
Topic: Practical workshop on writing laboratory animal use protocols and review procedures
Focus: Preparation of research proposals, review criteria, and compliance workflows.
ATRI IACUC – External Member Appointment
Institution: Agricultural Technology Research Institute (ATRI), Taiwan
Role: External Member, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
Term: From 1 January 2024 (Minguo 113) to 31 December 2025 (Minguo 114)
Focus: Participation in ethical review and oversight of protocols involving the care and use of laboratory animals.
Ocean, Diving & Maritime Qualifications
This section highlights practical experience on and under the sea, including scuba
diving, sailing race officiating, yacht operation, and involvement in the IYFR maritime
community—bridging maritime culture with hands-on seamanship.
PADI Open Water Diver
Certification: PADI Open Water Diver
Organization: PADI – Professional Association of Diving Instructors
Focus: Fundamental skills and safety procedures for open-water scuba diving,
qualifying the holder to conduct recreational dives within recognized training limits.
Chinese Taipei Sailing Association – Class C Sailing Judge Certificate
Issuing Body: Chinese Taipei Sailing Association
Category: Class C Sailing Judge
Focus: Interpretation of sailing racing rules, competition officiating practices,
and race management operations.
Pleasure Vessel Operator License – Second Class
License Name: The License for Pleasure Vessel Operator – Second Class
Issuing Authority: Maritime and Port Bureau, Ministry of Transportation and Communications (M.O.T.C.), Taiwan
Scope: Operation of pleasure vessels with a length overall (LOA) of less than 24 meters
Focus: Yacht operation, navigation safety, and compliance with relevant maritime regulations.
International Yachting Fellowship of Rotarians – Sapphire Star Fleet Founder Member
Organization: International Yachting Fellowship of Rotarians (IYFR)
Fleet: Sapphire Star Fleet (Taipei)
Status: Founder Member
Focus: An international community that links Rotary service, yachting activities,
and maritime cultural exchange.
Rotary & Public Service Honors
This section records honors received through the Rotary International system, reflecting
long-term engagement in community service, international understanding, and public initiatives.
Paul Harris Fellow
Issuing Body: The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International
Honor: Paul Harris Fellow
Meaning: Recognition of substantial contributions to the advancement of
international understanding, goodwill, and public service within the Rotary community.
Unmanned Aircraft & Aviation Safety Qualification
This section focuses on unmanned aircraft operations and aviation safety theory,
reflecting an ongoing interest in emerging technologies, airspace management,
and safety regulations.
Light Civil Unmanned Aircraft Safety Operations – Theoretical Training Certificate
Authority: Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC)
Content: Completion of CAAC-required theoretical training and examination
for light civil unmanned aircraft safety operations; certificate valid for 24 months.
Focus: Fundamentals of UAV safety, airspace management, and related regulatory frameworks.
Jewelry & Fei Cui (Jadeite) Appraisal Qualifications
This section covers training in Fei Cui (jadeite) appraisal and material aesthetics,
supporting a deeper perspective on East Asian material culture and jade aesthetics.
Fei Cui Elementary Appraiser Certificate (JJV)
Institution: The Hong Kong Institute of Gemmology
Content: Fundamental identification of Fei Cui (jadeite), quality assessment,
and purchasing principles.
Focus: Building entry-level appraisal capabilities through material, color,
structure, and treatment analysis.
Diploma of Fei Cui (JJD)
Institution: The Hong Kong Institute of Gemmology
Content: Fei Cui (jadeite) ore sources, crystal structure, treatment techniques,
and market evaluation.
Focus: Advanced Fei Cui appraisal and collecting practices, deepening
understanding of jade aesthetics and material culture in the East Asian context.
Other Cross-Disciplinary Training & Activities
Beyond the credentials listed above, Nelson Chou continues to participate in ongoing
training, courses, and professional communities related to cultural observation,
sustainability, AI, and semantic engineering.
This page will be updated as new certifications and learning milestones are added.
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