Several Tasmanian schools are undertaking a training program to help students achieve the skills and knowledge towards gaining a Coxswain Grade 2 certification. Seafood and Maritime Training are facilitating these programs, bridging the gap between schools and the maritime industry. This collaboration ensures that students receive practical, industry-relevant education, preparing them for future careers in the seafood and maritime sectors.
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) conducted Master 45 Oral Exams at Seafood and Maritime Training (SMT) offices in Hobart over five days from October 22nd to October 31st. Fourteen SMT students participated in the exams, benefiting from group bookings
SMT is expanding its aquaculture offering and is now delivering the Certificate III in Aquaculture in Queensland. Aquaculture traineeships are underway in both barramundi and prawn farming.
SMT has been contracted to develop abalone aquaculture husbandry training, leading to more courses in this sector.
