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M24 – MAR30921 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24m Near Coastal)
This qualification is for people who require a commercial licence to skipper a vessel up to 24 metres in length within 200 nautical miles from the coast or act as Watchkeeper or Chief Mate on larger vessels.
The course covers theoretical and practical knowledge of the following:
SMT provides this training by working with participants to recognise and build on their existing skills and knowledge. Training and assessment is conducted in a classroom environment, workshop and on vessels, activities will include:
Participants who are seeking a Master up to 24m (NC) CoC must also undertake an AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA) which is incorporated and completed during the course assessment – learn more here.
From $2,750 (includes SMT AMPA Fee)
Includes ESS and First aid
For eligible Tasmanian residents, this training is subsidised by the Department of State Growth, Tas
Additional AMSA Fees may apply
There are no formal prerequisites for this qualification.
However, the training is designed for participants who have considerable experience in operating small vessels and have the required sea service to apply for a Master up to 24m (NC) CoC.
This course is 20 days, classes are generally from 9am to 5pm, with some assessment days running into the evening where required. This course timetable consists of :
All equipment, training and assessment materials participants need are provided.
Please bring your own writing materials, wear work-style clothing and enclosed footwear suitable for a Vessel and Wet Weather gear appropriate for the forecasted weather
conditions.
A registered training organisation – National Provider Code 7074.
We provide nationally accredited training and assessment from the Seafood Training Package – SFI and the Maritime Training Package – MAR.