Commercial
courses

MARSS00010 - Marine Radio Operator's VHF Skill Set & MARSS00011 - Marine Radio Operator's VHF and HF Skill Set

These skill sets are for standalone units to enable you to operate marine radios either in VHF alone of VHF and HF. We usually recommend students complete the MARSS00011 skill set in both VHF and HF as this enhances students' understanding, allows greater flexibility in operating radios and we do this at no extra cost to the student. Once students receive competency in one of these skill sets we apply on the students’ behalf for the associated licence with Australian Maritime College.

We include this skill set in the course timetable for students completing MAR20324 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 NC) as the marine radio licence a requirement for the Coxswain Grade 1 industry licence. The marine radio licence is also a requirement for the Master <24 metres industry licence. Students need to have a marine radio licence to be able to register a marine radio to their name for international voyages. Therefore, this course appeals to students who are interested in pursuing a maritime career, sailors looking to make large voyages or recreational boaters seeking more information about how to operate their marine radio.

As this is a standalone unit skill set, there is no presumed knowledge or course entry requirements.

There is also a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test that we require all students to complete prior to course commencement so that we can accommodate to everyone’s needs ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. Please see the LLND requirements.

MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set (ESS)

ESS is essential if you want a career in the maritime industry and it is a compulsory component of the maritime qualifications we offer. This course is suited to those not yet ready for our qualifications as it equips you with the fundamental skills needed to get yourself comfortable on the waterways. Recreational boat owners, volunteer crews, sailing club members and competitive sailors should also consider this course for safety reasons.

Please note that parts of this course are strenuous, and students need to be physically fit for the sea survival components such as using a life raft and swimming for 50 metres and fire-fighting drills, as they require active participation. This course is the minimum qualification that maritime employment will accept.

There is also a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test that we require all students to complete prior to course commencement so that we can accommodate to everyone’s needs ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. Please see the LLND requirements.

As an entry level course, there is no presumed maritime knowledge required or expected, however students do need to be able to swim to effectively participate in the activities and prove competence in the criteria.

Please note: you will be required to undertake a few physical activities such as:

• swimming in a group for a minimum of 50 metres
• swimming in a lifejacket for a minimum of 50 metres
• towing with a life jacket for a minimum of 25 metres
• remaining afloat without a lifejacket for at least 5 minutes
• boarding a life raft unassisted while wearing a lifejacket and assisting others to board
• jumping safely from a height into the water while wearing a lifejacket

MAR10224 Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand)

This qualification is suitable for people working in entry level positions in the maritime industry as a General Purpose Hand on deck or in the engine room of a vessel up to 100 metres within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) or in the engine room only for a vessel with propulsion power up to 3000 kW.

This course is ideal for those who don’t have extensive knowledge or experience in the commercial boating industry nor have enough sea time for the higher qualifications that Sea School has to offer. This is a great course to do to gain employment in the industry to work towards gaining sea service for a higher qualification (note as of January 2023 five days of sea service is required to finalise the Certificate of Competency with AMSA. This is generally obtainable from most employers on commencement of duties).

There is also a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test that we require all students to complete prior to course commencement so that we can accommodate to everyone’s needs ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. Please see the LLND requirements.

Please note: you will be required to undertake a few physical activities such as:

• swimming in a group for a minimum of 50 metres
• swimming in a lifejacket for a minimum of 50 metres
• towing with a life jacket for a minimum of 25 metres
• remaining afloat without a lifejacket for at least 5 minutes
• boarding a life raft unassisted while wearing a lifejacket and assisting others to board
• jumping safely from a height into the water while wearing a lifejacket

Coxswain Grade 3: Units MARI003, MARK007, MARN008

This qualification is suitable for people who work, or want to work as a Coxswain Grade 3 Near Coastal in the maritime industry and command a commercial marine vessel:

• Command and operate the engines of a vessel less than 12 metres long with outboard engine propulsion less than 250 kW, or inboard engines less than 100 kilowatts
  • (a) carrying no more than 6 persons including crew and master
  • (b) In daylight hours only, if carrying passengers
  • (c) Operating within the following:
    • (i) A marina
    • (ii) A mooring area in sight and communication of a marina
    • (iii) Inland waters
    • (iv) Smooth waters
    • (v) Within 1 nautical mile of shore
    • (vi) Inside or within 1 nautical mile of an aquaculture lease or in waters approved for daily transit to and from an aquaculture lease
• Command and operate the engines of a tender less than 12 metres long with outboard engine propulsion less than 250 kW, or inboard engines less than 100 kilowatts
  • In daylight hours only, if carrying passengers
  • Operating within either:
    • If you have completed the Maritime Training Package units: 3 nautical miles of a parent vessel within the exclusive economic zone and in line of sight of the parent vessel; or
    • If you hold a recreational boat licence, RYA Powerboat level 2 course or Australian Sailing Powerboat Handling course: 1 nautical mile of a parent vessel within the exclusive economic zone and in line of sight of the parent vessel

This certificate will also allow you to:

• Command and operate the engines of a vessel less than 12 metres long with propulsion power for inboard or outboard engine of up to 500 kW
  • That is used only for towing people
  • In daylight hours only
  • In waters approved as a water ski area by a State or Territory authority

This course is recommended for those who have some knowledge and experience with the marine industry and who may need this to operate for work in sheltered water undertaking low complexity duties e.g. construction or aquaculture.

There is also a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test that we require all students to complete prior to course commencement so that we can accommodate to everyone’s needs ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. Please see the LLND requirements.

MAR10424 Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal)

This qualification is suitable for people who work, or want to work as a Coxswain Near Coastal in the maritime industry and command a commercial marine vessel:

• up to 12 metres in length
• with propulsion power that is unlimited for an outboard engine or up to 100 kW for an inboard engine
• that is not carrying passengers

and operate this vessel:

• in sheltered waters, or
• as a tender or auxiliary vessel within 3 nautical miles (nm) of a parent vessel within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ), or
• within 3 nm from point of departure, shore base or aquaculture lease

This course is recommended for those who have some knowledge and experience with the marine industry and who may need this to operate for work. Although this course is a Certificate I, there is some sea service requirements for certification and the associated industry licence, therefore the course is aimed for those who have some maritime experience so that they can fulfil the requirements to get the qualification and licence. This qualification and industry licence is required to operate vessels such as working barges and other commercial vessels under 12 metres not carrying passengers.

There is also a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test that we require all students to complete prior to course commencement so that we can accommodate to everyone’s needs ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. Please see the LLND requirements.

Please note: you will be required to undertake a few physical activities such as:

• swimming in a group for a minimum of 50 metres
• swimming in a lifejacket for a minimum of 50 metres
• towing with a life jacket for a minimum of 25 metres
• remaining afloat without a lifejacket for at least 5 minutes
• boarding a life raft unassisted while wearing a lifejacket and assisting others to board
• jumping safely from a height into the water while wearing a lifejacket

MAR20324 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)

This qualification is suitable for people who work or want to work as a Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal in the maritime industry and command a commercial marine vessel:

• up to 12 metres in length
• with propulsion power that is unlimited for an outboard engine or up to 500 kW for an inboard engine
• and carry passengers on this vessel

and operate this vessel:

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

This course is suited to those who would like to increase their knowledge within the maritime industry and is a good introduction for the higher qualifications we offer as there is some foundational knowledge in this certificate relevant to higher qualifications. As this course is a certificate II, there is an increase of sea service needed to fulfil the requirements.

There is also a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test that we require all students to complete prior to course commencement so that we can accommodate to everyone’s needs ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. Please see the LLND requirements.

This qualification and industry licence enables students to operate vessels under 12 metres that do carry passengers such as charter vessels, water taxis and small ferries.

Please note: you will be required to undertake a few physical activities such as:

• swimming in a group for a minimum of 50 metres
• swimming in a lifejacket for a minimum of 50 metres
• towing with a life jacket for a minimum of 25 metres
• remaining afloat without a lifejacket for at least 5 minutes
• boarding a life raft unassisted while wearing a lifejacket and assisting others to board
• jumping safely from a height into the water while wearing a lifejacket

MAR20424 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal)

This qualification is suitable for people who work in the maritime industry operating as Chief Engineer on vessels with propulsion power up to 500 kW and Second Engineer on vessels with propulsion power up to 750 kW, in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ). We advise that students select this course if they do not work on vessels with Inboard Diesel Engines or have the required sea time to fulfil the Certificate III qualification. It is expected that the student has completed prior qualifications or skill sets to fulfil the prerequisite requirements.

There is also a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test that we require all students to complete prior to course commencement so that we can accommodate to everyone’s needs ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. Please see the LLND requirements.

MAR30824 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal)

This qualification is suitable for people who work in the maritime industry operating as

• Chief Engineer on a vessel with an inboard engine with propulsion power up to 750 kW in waters to the outer limits of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)
• Second Engineer on vessels with an inboard engine with propulsion power up to 1500 kW in waters to the outer limits of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)
• Chief Engineer or Second Engineer on a vessel with an outboard engine with unlimited propulsion in waters to the outer limits of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)
• Assist an engineer in any tasks that may be required on board while working under the direct supervision of the person in charge of the vessel’s engines
• Work in the engine room of a vessel <80 m long with propulsion power up to 3000 kW

This certificate is designed for those who would like to work on vessels in greater capacity to what the Certificate II would enable. The sea service requirements are different to the certificate II as you will need to have worked on vessels with an Inboard Diesel engine and with higher KW. It is expected that the student has completed prior qualifications or skill sets to fulfil the prerequisite requirements.

There is also a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test that we require all students to complete prior to course commencement so that we can accommodate to everyone’s needs ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. Please see the LLND requirements.

MAR30924 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master <24m Near Coastal)

The holder of this certificate can:

• Command a commercial vessel <24m long in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)
• Act as Chief Mate or deck watchkeeper on a vessel <45m long in the EEZ
• Act as Chief Mate or deck watchkeeper on a vessel <100m long in inshore waters

This course is suited to those who have had extensive experience within the maritime industry and have completed prior qualifications or skill sets to fulfil the prerequisite requirements. The sea time requirements reflect the expected knowledge and experience needed to successfully complete this course and get the most out of it.

There is also a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test that we require all students to complete prior to course commencement so that we can accommodate to everyone’s needs ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. Please see the LLND requirements.

The most common career path for this qualification is for students who wish to operate ferries and large charter vessels. The maritime employment market usually requests that applicants who apply for Master <24m level jobs also hold a Marine Engine Driver qualification.

MAR40324 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master <45m Near Coastal)
(not yet offered by Sea School)

The holder of this certificate can:

• Master on commercial vessels up to 45 metres long within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
• Master on vessels up to 100 metres long in inshore waters.
• Act as Chief mate or deck watchkeeper on vessels up to 100 metres long within the EEZ.

This course is suited to those who have had extensive experience within the maritime industry and have completed prior qualifications or skill sets to fulfil the prerequisite requirements. The sea time requirements reflect the expected knowledge and experience needed to successfully complete this course and get the most out of it.

This course has an entry requirement of the successful completion of the MAR30924 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master < 24m Near Coastal) course. The sea service requirements also stipulate that the sea service needs to be obtained whilst holding Master less than 24 metres or Mate up to 100 metres near coastal on vessels greater than or equal to 12 metres long.

There is also a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test that we require all students to complete prior to course commencement so that we can accommodate to everyone’s needs ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. Please see the LLND requirements.

The most common career path for this qualification is for students who wish to operate ferries and large charter vessels. The maritime employment market usually requests that applicants who apply for Master <45m level jobs also hold a Marine Engine Driver qualification.

Provide First Aid
(not yet offered by Sea School)

A valid HLTAID011 Provide First Aid Certificate is essential if you want a career in the maritime industry . This is a standalone unit whereupon students are issued with a statement of attainment for the unit. Successful completion of this unit is a requirement within Sea School International’s full qualifications and is also a requirement for the application to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority for the student’s Certificate of Competency as a Master<24m, Master<45m, MED 3, MED 2, MED 1, Coxswain 1, Coxswain 2, Coxswain 3 and General Purpose Hand.

Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency – national law) 2022 requires that you hold a certificate that meets the requirements of unit of competency HLTAID011 Provide First Aid, or another certificate that we consider to be equivalent. Most first aid certificates will expire after 3 years and we won’t accept expired first aid certificates.

HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation does not meet the requirement for Provide first aid and will not be accepted.

The following certificates are considered equivalent to HLTAID011:

• A current HLTAID003 Provide first aid.
• A current HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting.
• A current HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting certificate.
• A current HLTAID006 Provide advanced first aid certificate
• A current HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid certificate.
• A current HLTAID005 Provide first aid in remote situations certificate.
• A current HLTAID013 Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site certificate.
• A current IMCA Diver medic technician certificate / Certificate IV in hyperbaric operations (Diver medical technician).
• A current certificate of registration under the Medical Board of Australia as a medical practitioner.
• A current AHPRA certificate of registration as a nurse or midwife.
• A current AHPRA certificate of registration as a paramedic.
• Elementary first aid STCW VI/1 and code section A-V1/1, table A-VI/1-3 .
• Medical first aid STCW VI/4 (1) and code section A-VI/4 paragraphs 1 to 3.
• Medical care on board ship STCW VI/4 (2) and code section A-VI/4 paragraphs 4 to 6.
• A current New Zealand First aid certificate unit standards 6400, 6401, 6402 – or refresher training certificate unit standards 6400, 26551, 26522.

As this is a standalone unit skill set, there is no presumed knowledge or course entry requirements.

There is also a Language Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test that we require all students to complete prior to course commencement so that we can accommodate to everyone’s needs ensuring that no one is disadvantaged. Please see the LLND requirements.