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

MAR20318
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Average Course Fee: $1560

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Average Course Duration: 3 Weeks

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Superseded by: MAR20321 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
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Description

This qualification applies to people working in the maritime industry seeking an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certificate of competency to command and operate the engines of a vessel:

  • <12 m in length
  • with propulsion power that is unlimited for an outboard engine or <500 kW for an inboard engine
  • that is in inshore waters or designated waters

    • or

  • as a tender or auxiliary vessel within 3 nautical miles (nm) of a parent vessel within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).

    • Licensing/Regulatory Information

    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:

  • achieving MAR20318 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
  • a Marine Radio Operators VHF Certificate of Proficiency
  • sea service consisting of:
  • 30 days qualifying sea service and a completed AMSA approved task book;

    • or

  • 240 days qualifying sea service
  • meeting the medical and eyesight requirements specified in the NSCV Part D and
  • assessment by an AMSA approved assessor using the AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA) conducted on a commercial vessel ≥5.0 m in length.

    • ^ From 1 July 2022 the core unit HLTAID003 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID011 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units

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    Student Outcomes

    Students who graduate from VET courses are surveyed approximately 6 months after they have completed their training. For more information on the statistics provided in this section, including the different levels (course, field of education, all fields of education) of data available please select the Learn more button below.

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    Satisfied with Training

    Percentage of graduates of this course who were satisfied with the training.

    Improved Work Status

    Percentage of graduates of this course who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay.

    Salary

    The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates of this course starting their first ever full-time job after graduating.

    Jobs

    Graduates of this course are most often employed as:

    Labourers

    26%

    Labourers
    Professionals

    21.1%

    Professionals
    Technicians and Trades Workers

    20.2%

    Technicians and Trades Workers

    Industries

    Graduates of this course are most often employed in:

    Transport, Postal and Warehousing

    24.5%

    Transport, Postal and Warehousing
    Public Administration and Safety

    14.4%

    Public Administration and Safety
    Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing

    10.1%

    Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing

    All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

    Financial Assistance

    The federal, state and territory governments provide financial incentives and support for vocational education and training students to help them gain the skills required to secure and maintain rewarding and sustainable employment.

    There are programs for all kinds of students; apprentices and trainees, new job starters, those re-entering the workforce, retraining for a new job or upgrading their skills for an existing job.

     

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    Subsidised Training

    The following highlighted state and territory governments dedicate funds to reduce or, in some cases, fully cover tuition fees for VET students who wish to study this course. Please check with your preferred training provider to see if you are eligible.
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    VET Student Loans

    Certain courses are eligible for a VET Student Loan from the Australian Government to assist students with paying tuition fees. The initial debt amount (including the loan fee, if applicable) plus indexation must be paid back once the loan recipient starts earning over a certain amount. Compulsory repayment threshold information is available on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website.

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    Career Information

    Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.


    Maritime Career Pathway

    Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal) is in the Engineering and Related Technologies Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Maritime.


    Stream

    Near Coastal Operations

    Certificate II

    Certificate III

    Certificate IV

    Diploma

    Advanced Diploma

    Stream

    Ocean Going Operations

    Certificate II

    Certificate III

    Certificate IV

    Diploma

    Advanced Diploma

    Note: Information provided as a guide only. Chart developed by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au). Information in this chart may be reproduced with acknowledgement of its source: "The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au/jpc) funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations".



    Australian Apprenticeships


    Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

    This qualification is available as an Australian Apprenticeship in the states and territories highlighted in blue on the map. For more information go to the Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website.

     


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    First released in: MAR Maritime Training Package

    Supersedes: MAR20313 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)

    Superseded by: MAR20321 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)

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