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Nationally Recognised Training
MAR20324 Certificate II in Maritime Operations
Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal
Develop the navigation, vessel-handling, seamanship, engine-operation and emergency-response skills required for the Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal pathway.
Qualification Fee
$2,995
AMPA
$500
Practical Workshop
7 Practical Days
Enrolment Period
12 Months
Course Overview

The MAR20324 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal) applies to people working in the maritime industry who are seeking an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Certificate of Competency as a Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal.

The course develops the skills and knowledge required to plan and navigate a passage, handle a vessel up to 12 metres, apply seamanship skills, operate inboard and outboard motors, operate main propulsion and auxiliary systems, comply with maritime regulations, follow environmental work practices, meet work health and safety requirements, fight fires, provide first aid and apply survival skills.

Students who successfully complete all 13 units of competency will receive the nationally recognised MAR20324 qualification.

Important
Completing MAR20324 does not itself issue an AMSA Certificate of Competency. AMSA certification also requires a Short Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency issued by ACMA (or higher qualification), qualifying sea service, medical fitness, a current first aid certificate and a final assessment, as specified in Marine Order 505.
Coxswain Grade 1 Certificate of Competency

The Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal certificate is a domestic Certificate of Competency for operating in Australian waters.

Schedule 1 of Marine Order 505 states that a Coxswain Grade 1 NC certificate permits the holder to:

Command and engine operation
  • Command, and operate the engines, of a vessel less than 12 metres long in inshore waters, or in waters designated for a specific purpose by a State or Territory authority in which it permits holders of this certificate to operate, subject to any conditions that it may impose.
  • For an inboard engine, propulsion power must be less than 500 kW.
  • For an outboard engine, propulsion power is unlimited.
Tender and additional functions
  • Command, and operate the engines, of a vessel less than 12 metres long as a tender within 3 nautical miles of the parent vessel operating within the exclusive economic zone of Australia, with an inboard engine of less than 500 kW or an outboard engine of unlimited propulsion power.
  • Act as chief mate or deck watchkeeper on a vessel less than 24 metres long in inshore waters.
  • Undertake the duties and perform the functions of a General Purpose Hand NC, a Coxswain Grade 3 NC and Coxswain Grade 2 NC.
Terminology: Marine Order 505 defines “NC” as near coastal and applies it to waters including inland waters and waters to the outer limits of the exclusive economic zone of Australia. It defines “inshore waters” as inland waters and waters landward of the outer limits for inshore operations.

View AMSA requirements View Marine Order 505

Entry and Pre-Enrolment

MAR20324 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal) has no formal entry requirements listed on the National Register.

Before confirming enrolment, Paradigm Training Group (PTG) will review your training goals, relevant experience and qualifications, language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills, technology access and any support needs. PTG will then advise whether the course, delivery arrangements and available support are suitable for you.

Practical participation and support

Students must participate in practical maritime activities, including vessel operations, emergency response, firefighting, first aid, CPR and aquatic survival activities. Please discuss any condition or support need that may affect safe participation with PTG before practical training begins.

Reasonable adjustments may be available where appropriate, provided they do not remove competency requirements, compromise assessment validity or safety, or override applicable regulatory requirements.

AMSA eligibility and application

If you intend to obtain an AMSA Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency, review AMSA's current eligibility and application requirements before enrolling. This will help you understand the separate sea service, medical, first aid, marine radio, assessment, evidence and application requirements that apply.

Completing MAR20324 does not automatically result in an AMSA Certificate of Competency. You must separately meet AMSA's requirements, including qualifying sea service, medical fitness, the required marine radio and first aid certification, and successful completion of the AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA), before submitting your application to AMSA.

Further information: Medical fitness, qualifying sea service and myAMSA applications.

Unique Student Identifier (USI)

You must provide a valid USI before PTG can issue your qualification or statement of attainment, unless a lawful exemption applies.

Course Delivery
1
Online Learning
Learner resources and theory assessment
2
Practical Workshop
Seven days of face-to-face practical training
3
Assessment
Practical competency assessment

Students must complete the required online learning before attending the practical workshop unless another arrangement has been approved by Paradigm Training Group.

Practical activities may include:
  • Vessel handling and manoeuvring.
  • Seamanship activities.
  • Operation of inboard and outboard engines.
  • Maritime regulations and safe operating procedures.
  • Firefighting and emergency-response activities.
  • Survival and vessel-abandonment activities.
  • Work health and safety activities.

Students requiring further training or reassessment may attend another scheduled workshop within their enrolment period, subject to availability and PTG policies.

Participation Requirements
Online Learning
  • A computer or tablet.
  • A current web browser.
  • Reliable internet access.
  • An active email address.
  • Basic digital skills.
Vessel Activities
  • Suitable practical clothing.
  • Enclosed, non-slip footwear.
  • Wet-weather clothing where appropriate.
  • Suitable sun protection.
Firefighting Activities
  • Fire-retardant clothing suitable for the activity.
  • Enclosed footwear.
  • A hair tie for long hair.

PTG supplies the required specialised firefighting equipment and personal protective equipment.
Survival Activities
  • Swimwear.
  • A towel.
  • A change of clothing.
  • Suitable sun protection.
Students must participate in aquatic survival activities. Any concern affecting safe participation must be discussed with Paradigm Training Group before the workshop.
Units of Competency

To achieve MAR20324, students must successfully complete all 13 nationally recognised units of competency.

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
MARB027 Perform basic servicing and maintenance of main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems
MARC037 Operate inboard and outboard motors
MARC038 Operate main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems
MARF028 Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
MARF029 Meet work health and safety requirements
MARF030 Survive at sea using survival craft
MARF060 Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
MARH013 Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 12 metres
MARI003 Comply with regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 12 metres
MARJ006 Follow environmental work practices
MARK007 Handle a vessel up to 12 metres
MARN008 Apply seamanship skills aboard a vessel up to 12 metres

View MAR20324 on training.gov.au

Certification Issued by PTG

Students assessed as competent in all 13 units will receive:

  • The nationally recognised MAR20324 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal).
  • A record of results.

A student who successfully completes only some units may receive a Statement of Attainment for the units successfully completed.

Students assessed as Not Yet Competent will be advised of any further evidence, training or reassessment required.

The qualification issued by PTG is separate from the Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency issued by AMSA.
AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA)

Marine Order 505 defines an AMPA as the latest version of the AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment developed by AMSA and conducted by registered training organisations for a final assessment for a Certificate of Competency.

For Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal, the AMPA is the final assessment required by AMSA. Marine Order 505 defines a final assessment as an assessment of whether the applicant has operational knowledge and knowledge of Australian maritime legislation appropriate to the certificate.

Completion period

The AMPA must be completed within 12 months from the date of the first assessed task in the AMPA.

 Application validity

The completed AMPA is valid for 12 months after the date the assessor signs the AMPA cover page. This should also be the date of the last assessed task.
Passing the AMPA does not itself issue or guarantee an AMSA Certificate of Competency. The applicant must satisfy all other eligibility, sea-service, medical, first-aid, radio and application requirements.
Interim Certificate of Competency

After submitting a complete Certificate of Competency application to AMSA, an applicant may request that Paradigm Training Group consider issuing an interim Certificate of Competency.

An interim certificate may allow an eligible applicant to commence work for up to 60 days while AMSA assesses the application.

Applicants must provide:
  • A copy of the submitted application.
  • Copies of the supporting documents submitted to AMSA.
  • The AMSA application payment receipt.
Issue of an interim certificate is discretionary and is subject to document verification and PTG's approved AMSA arrangements. It ceases to have effect when AMSA issues the full certificate or at the end of its permitted validity period.
Credit Transfer and RPL
Credit Transfer

May be available where a student has completed an identical or equivalent unit. Evidence may include a Statement of Attainment, qualification record or authenticated USI transcript.

 Recognition of Prior Learning

May be available where the student can provide sufficient current evidence demonstrating all requirements of a unit.

Credit transfer or RPL for qualification units does not replace AMSA sea-service, medical, first aid, AMPA or application requirements. Applications should be made before training commences wherever possible.

Course Fees

The MAR20324 qualification fee is $2,995.00. Where a student undertakes the AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA), a separate $500.00 assessment fee applies.

MAR20324 Qualification
$2,995.00
$1,500 deposit $1,495 remaining balance
AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment
$500.00
Separate assessment fee, where applicable
Qualification AMPA, where applicable
$3,495.00
Payment Arrangements

A $1,500.00 qualification deposit is payable at enrolment. This amount is set in line with applicable RTO requirements for fees paid in advance for training and assessment services not yet delivered.

The remaining $1,495.00 qualification balance is payable after completion of the online theory component and before attending the practical workshop, in accordance with the student's invoice and enrolment agreement.

Where an AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA) is required, the separate $500.00 AMPA fee is payable at enrolment.

Qualification fee includes
  • Online learner access and resources.
  • Theory and practical assessment.
  • Face-to-face training.
  • Use of scheduled facilities, vessels and equipment.
  • Reasonable further training and reassessment.
  • Issue of the qualification and Record of Results following successful completion.
External costs may include
  • AMSA application fees.
  • Medical and eyesight assessments.
  • Marine-radio training or certification not included in the enrolment.
  • Photographs and identity documents.
  • Australia Post charges.
  • Travel, accommodation and meals.
  • Personal clothing and equipment.
Refunds, cancellations and withdrawals

Refunds, cancellations, withdrawals and transfers are managed in accordance with the Paradigm Training Group Student Handbook , the Fees, Charges and Refund Policy, and the student's enrolment agreement.

Important: Payment does not guarantee successful completion of the qualification, a satisfactory AMPA result, issue of an interim certificate or approval of an AMSA application.
Student Support

Paradigm Training Group provides support according to the student's individual needs and the requirements of the course.

  • Language, literacy, numeracy and digital support.
  • Assistance accessing online learning.
  • Additional trainer guidance.
  • Reasonable adjustment.
  • Further training or assessment opportunities.
  • Referral to an external service where appropriate.
Support cannot remove competency requirements, compromise assessment validity or safety, override AMSA requirements, or guarantee a successful outcome.

Further information is available in the Student Handbook.

Further Study
MAR30924 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal)
MAR30824 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal)

Entry, credit, sea-service, assessment and regulatory requirements apply separately to each pathway.

Training product requirements, licensing and regulatory requirements, application processes, fees and other external requirements may change from time to time. Students should refer to the current National Register and relevant regulatory, licensing or industry authority information where applicable. Where information provided by Paradigm Training Group differs from current authoritative requirements, the current requirements will prevail. Completion of training does not guarantee successful course completion, the issue of any licence, certificate, registration or other external approval, or employment.

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