Flexible Industry Pathway Program

Who Is This Qualification For?

This qualification is for individuals working in or seeking employment in the seafood or maritime industries, it equips participants with the skills to command a commercial marine vessel:

• Up to 12 metres in length
• With outboard engine power (unlimited) or inboard engine power (up to 500kW)

Carry passengers on this vessel:

• Inshore or
• Within 3 nautical miles of a parent vessel inside the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)

Training & Assessment Overview

Participants are assessed using a mixture of theory and practical assessments, delivered through the online Blended Learning system and practical sessions.

• Online theory Modules and theory-based sessions on Campus
• On campus practical assessments and exams

Course Structure

This qualification includes the following components:

Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal

• Engineering
• Seamanship
• Plan & Navigate
• Regulations
• Vessel handling

Requirements

All students are required to complete an Upfront Assessment of Need (UAN) and a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test prior to enrolment. For further details, please refer to the UAN Guide available below.

• MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set
• MARSS0010 Marine Radio Operator’s VHF and HF Skill Set
• First Aid – HTLAID011 Provide first ai

Time Commitment

20 training days on campus (5 days per term – total of 4 Blocks)
Full attendance is required
Out-of-hours study may be required

Fees & Inclusions

Fees are charged separately for:

• MAR20324 Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal including
• MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set
• MARS00010 Marine Radio skill set

Includes:

• Online and practical training

Certification

Upon successful completion, you’ll receive:

• Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade1 Near coastal)
• A Statement of Attainment listing all completed units
• AMPA (AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment)

This qualification is a key component for obtaining the Coxswain Grade1 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency (CoC). For full requirements, refer to AMSA.

Note: The Academy delivers the educational component required to receive the relevant vocational qualification. However, students should be aware that most Academy courses require an application before a maritime licence is issued by AMSA. The Academy has no authority to deal with any matters that are handled by AMSA, including the calculation of sea time, the processing of applications for maritime licences and the fees charged. Students should contact AMSA directly to determine what they are required to do to obtain their maritime licence.

Units of Competency

National Code / Unit Description

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
MARB027 Perform basic servicing and maintenance of main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems
MARC037 Operate inboard and outboard motors
MARC038 Operate main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems
MARF028 Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
MARF029 Meet work health and safety requirements
MARF030 Survive at sea using survival craft
MARF060 Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
MARH013 Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 12 metres
MARI003 Comply with regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 12 metres
MARJ006 Follow environmental work practices
MARK007 Handle a vessel up to 12 metres
MARN008 Apply seamanship skills aboard a vessel up to 12 metres