Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)

Our Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
course equips you with the necessary skills to command, safely and efficiently, a commercial vessel of less than 12m and 500kW engaged in inshore operations. On completion of this course, you may obtain a Certificate of Competency as a Coxswain subject to Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) requirements.
Read on to find out if you’re eligible.

To apply for this course, you’ll need:
- Sea service completed on form AMSA 771:
With approved Task Book = At least 30 days qualifying sea service on a commercial vessel ≥5 m long, working in a deck capacity or working both in a deck capacity and an engineering capacity
Without approved Task Book = At least 150 days qualifying sea service on a commercial or recreational vessel ≥5 m long, working in a deck capacity or working both in a deck capacity and an engineering capacity
- Eyesight and Medical requirements:
Complete Certificate of Medical Fitness form AMSA 559
Complete Eyesight Test Certificate AMSA 542
- Marine Radio Operator licence
Hold a Short Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency (SROCP) or higher
- First Aid
HLTAID011 or higher first aid certificate
- Application From and Lodgement
Complete AMSA CoC Application Form via AMSA website (www.amsa.gov.au)
Lodge application and pay fee at AMSA approved Australia Post outlet (see www.amsa.gov.au for more information).
Go on to study a Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal), or a Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal). Both courses will give you specialised skills and help further your employment opportunities in the industry you love.
What are you waiting for?

Occupations relevant to this qualification in industry sectors such as maritime operations:
- Coxswain
- Deckhand.

MAR30921 - Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal)
MAR20421 - Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal)

Skills and knowledge in operation of a small commercial domestic vessel up to 12 metres in length and up to 500 kW propulsion power.

Are there specified requirements for entry into the course/qualification?: Yes

Recommended entry Requirements:

To be eligible for a Coxswain Grade 1 near coastal certificate you must:
• Be at least 16 years of age on the certificate issue date.
• Meet medical, eyesight, sea service, and course requirements. Check www.amsa.gov.au for more information.
• You need to show you have experience working at sea in a deck, or a deck and engineering capacity, on vessels at least five metres long. You must have completed either:
o 30 days on commercial vessels with a completed AMSA task book
o 150 days on commercial or recreational vessels without an AMSA task book.
• You must hold an appropriate Marine Radio qualification – SROCP as a minimum
• You will also need to hold an appropriate First Aid qualification, currently HLTAID011 Provide first aid.

Limitations to course Entry:

To be eligible for a Coxswain grade 1 near coastal certificate you must:
- Be at least 16 years of age on the certificate issue date
- Meet medical, eyesight, sea service and course requirements.
Students must be able to carry out the following activities:
- Swim with and without a lifejacket
- Carry items up to 12 kg in weight (such as fire extinguishers)
- Be able to embark, disembark and move about a vessel freely
- Be able to hear a watch ticking and meet AMSA eyesight requirements
- Be able to read, speak and understand English at a basic level.

Not applicable.

Will this course/qualification or a constituent unit provide a pathway to an industry licence or regulated outcome: true

This qualification is required to obtain an AMSA certificate of competency as a Coxswain Grade 1 NC as defined in the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.
AMSA certification will require:
• Be at least 16 years of age on the certificate issue date.
• Meet medical, eyesight, sea service and course requirements. Check www.amsa.gov.au for more information.
• You need to show you have experience working at sea in a deck, or a deck and engineering capacity, on vessels at least five metres long. You must have completed either:
o 30 days on commercial vessels with a completed AMSA task book
o 150 days on commercial or recreational vessels without an AMSA task book.
• Completion of the AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA)
• You must hold an appropriate Marine Radio qualification – SROCP as a minimum
• You will also need to hold an appropriate First Aid qualification, currently HLTAID011 Provide first aid.