Recreational Marine (boat) Licence and PWC Endorsement Training (MSV Endorsed)

TAFE Gippsland offers training and assessment for persons wishing to gain a Recreational Marine Licence. The course also includes training and assessment for the PWC (jetski) endorsement* at no extra cost.

Our course is fully approved by Safe Transport Victoria (STV). Training is delivered by qualified and experienced trainers so you can be assured the training is relevant and up-to-date The course duration is 4.5 hours, including assessment.

On successful completion of the multiple choice exam, a certificate will be issued. This certificate is then to be taken to a VicRoads office in order for you to gain your Marine Licence. The certificate is valid for 12 months and a Marine Licence should be applied for within this timeframe. A licence fee is payable to VicRoads when obtaining your Marine Licence.

Gain confidence in your ability to understand waterway rules, regulations and legislation. The course comprises classroom theory delivered by an experienced and competent professional mariner. The following topics are covered:

  • Boating regulations and requirements
  • Safe boating practices
  • Basic vessel maintenance procedures
  • Collision Regulations and waterway rules
  • Boating emergencies
  • Personal Water Craft (PWC) safety rules and operation

*From 18 December 2017, persons aged under 16 years of age are not eligible to obtain a personal watercraft (PWC) endorsement*.

Course Code

0417RECPWC

Course Type

Short Course

Study mode

On Campus

Duration

1 Session

Location

Lakes Entrance Seamec

Yallourn

Times

9.00am - 1.30pm

Career opportunities

On successful completion of the multiple choice exam, a certificate will be issued. This certificate is then to be taken to a VicRoads office in order for you to gain your Marine Licence. The certificate is valid for 12 months and a Marine Licence should be applied for within this timeframe. A licence fee is payable to VicRoads when obtaining your Marine Licence.

Opportunities for further study

Qualifications and Recognition

Upon completion of this course, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment.

Placement

Not Applicable

Specialist Course Information

From 18 December 2017, persons aged under 16 years of age are not eligible to obtain a personal watercraft (PWC) endorsement.

Updated Eligibility Statement given out by Accredited Training Providers

Pursuant to regulation 30 of the Marine Safety Regulations 2012 (Vic) the following persons are not eligible to apply for a marine licence:

  • A person who is disqualified from obtaining a marine licence, during the period of that disqualification
  • A person who is the holder of a marine licence that has been suspended, during the period of that suspension
  • A person who is disqualified from obtaining a licence or other authority to be the master of or to operate a recreational vessel under
    • (i) the law of another State or Territory, or
    • (ii) the law of another country,

in circumstances which, if they occurred in Victoria, would have resulted in the person being disqualified from obtaining a marine licence in Victoria

  • A person who is the holder of a licence or other authority to operate a recreational vessel issued by another State or Territory that has been suspended, during the period of that suspension
  • Persons aged under 16 years of age are not eligible to obtain a personal watercraft endorsement

Applicants should also note that they will be required to meet the health requirements for operating a car, motorcycle or boat and this may include further testing where appropriate.

Material and Equipment Supplied by Students

Identification (Drivers Licence OR Passport OR Birth Certificate/Medicare card)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To find out more visit the TAFE Gippsland website or contact us to discuss your option.

Course cost

For the course cost please visit the TAFE Gippsland website or cal 1300 133 717.

Course unit
RECBOATPWC Recreational Boat Licence Including - Personal Water Craft
 

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2024. National Provider Number 0417

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2024. National Provider Number 0417