Recognizing the ongoing need for qualified GIS technicians and managers throughout government, The Centre for GIS has implemented a comprehensive training program, which provides beginning, intermediate and advanced courses in all aspects of GIS operation and management.

A fully equipped training facility is maintained by The Centre for GIS which, in addition to holding regularly scheduled classes, sponsors seminars, workshops and special training courses.

The Centre for GIS has adopted a modular approach to training, allowing staff to attain a certain level of proficiency and then practice and develop those skills before moving on to more advanced classes.

The development of the curriculum is ongoing and courses can range in length from a few days to several months, depending on the needs of the trainees and their agencies.

As well as fulfilling its government's requirements, The Centre has trained GIS staff for the United Nations Development Program and other GIS personnel from countries throughout the Middle East.

The Centre has also worked closely with the University of Qatar to establish a long term GIS Technology Diploma Program.

In addition to its more formal training programs, The Centre publishes "Al-Khabar", a quarterly periodical and has hosted two International GIS/GPS Conferences in Qatar, each of which were addressed by some of the most renowned experts in these fields. Both conferences were attended by more than 1,000 delegates.