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Qualification Details
Qualification DETAILS
Certificate III in Maritime Operations Career Start (General Training)
The MAR30924 Certificate III in Maritime Operations provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required for people working in the Australian maritime sector. This qualification supports individuals seeking roles in vessel operations, navigation watchkeeping, environmental management, routine maintenance, safety procedures and emergency response on commercial vessels.
Completion of this qualification forms part of the pathway to apply for an AMSA Certificate of Competency as Master <24 metres Near Coastal, in accordance with Marine Order 505, along with other required AMSA licensing elements such as sea service, medical fitness, radio certification, and the AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA).
Holders of this qualification typically work in operational roles across the maritime industry. The skills developed support tasks such as vessel operation, navigation, safety management, seamanship, environmental protection responsibilities, emergency response, and watchkeeping on a wide range of commercial vessel types.
When combined with the additional AMSA requirements, the qualification contributes to eligibility for the following licensing outcomes:
- Master of a commercial vessel <24 m in Near Coastal waters
- Chief mate on a vessel <45 m in Near Coastal waters
- Deck watchkeeper on a vessel <100 m and <3000 GT
- Chief mate on a vessel <100 m and <3000 GT in in-shore waters
- General Purpose Hand (GPH) duties
- Master (Inland Waters) NC
This qualification is offered over a 12-month period through a blended delivery model of face-to-face and online training and assessment. The face-to-face component is delivered over a seven-day workshop, including classroom training, onboard training, firefighting simulations, and safety at sea drills. Prior to commencement of the face-to-face component of the course, online pre-learning and formative assessment activities must be completed. You will have online support from trainers and assessors throughout the duration of the course.
Please note: You are welcome to attend more than one face-to-face workshop during the 12-month program if you would like extra learning or if the trainer and assessor has identified that you need extra time in order to gain competence. Extra workshops incur no further costs and are included in your original course fee/s.
Face-to-Face Workshop
The face-to-face component of this course is delivered over a seven-day workshop. During the seven days you will complete training with formative and summative assessment activities in the following environments:
- Classroom
- On board vessels ranging from 5 to 18 metres
- Firefighting simulations
- Safety at sea drills in sheltered waters
- Engineering workshop activities
Online Activities
These consist of:
- Multiple choice and other formative assessment questions
- Reading learning materials
- Reviewing slideshows and videos
- Video, email, text and phone conversations with Trainers and Assessors
You will need a computer or tablet with internet access for the online components of this program.
Other resources that you will require for workshop days include:
- Fire training: Long pants, long sleeved shirt and closed shoes MUST be worn. Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) will be provided by PTG - Eye protection, gloves et cetera.
- Safety at sea: Swimwear and towel are required. You may consider bringing a spare change of clothes. Sunscreen MUST be worn for "Safety at Sea" units.
- Vessel handling: Students MUST wear appropriate clothing and enclosed footwear at all times while on training vessels.
These resources are not included in the course fee and must be purchased or provided separately.
In order to successfully complete this qualification and gain your Certificate III in Maritime Operations - Master up to 24 Metres Near Coastal, you must demonstrate competency in all unit knowledge and skill requirements. If you are unable to demonstrate competency in any of your unit activities or during the seven-day face-to-face workshop, you will be invited to attend further workshops where you will be provided with support and further opportunities, for practice and to demonstrate the required competencies.
Pathways you may take from this qualification include:
- MAR30824 - Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal)
- MAR40324 - Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 Metres Near Coastal)
- Credit Transfer: If you have completed any single or multiple units in this qualification and can provide evidence in the form of a certificate and transcript issued by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or educational body, you may be eligible for credit transfer. You should consult with PTG for advice on this process.
- Recognition of Prior Learning: RPL recognises your existing experience gained through life or work for which you may not have obtained a formal qualification. If you are able to supply valid, sufficient, current and authentic evidence of having the skills and knowledge required for any or all of the required units for this qualification, you may be eligible for RPL and should consult with PTG for advice on this process.
This qualification is made up of 15 units of competency:
- BSBLDR301 Support effective workplace relationships
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid
- MARB029 Perform routine maintenance on a vessel up to 24 metres
- MARB060 Slip or dock a vessel and maintain hull on a vessel up to 100 metres
- 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
- MARH036 Manage and maintain a navigational watch on board vessels up to 100 metres
- MARH037 Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 100 metres
- MARH017 Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation
- MARI006 Observe regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 100 metres
- MARJ007 Monitor environmental management on a vessel
- MARK008 Manoeuvre a vessel up to 24 metres within Near Coastal waters
- MARN009 Perform seamanship operations on board a vessel up to 24 metres
The Master up to 24 Metres Near Coastal Certificate of Competence is issued by Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). In addition to your successful completion of the MAR30924 Certificate III in Maritime Operations with PTG, to successfully gain your Master up to 24 Metres License you will also need to:
1. Obtain qualifying sea service –With an approved AMSA Task Book
- at least 120 days qualifying sea service on a commercial vessel ≥7.5 m long working in a deck capacity.
With an approved AMSA Task Book
- at least 360 days qualifying sea service on a vessel ≥7.5 m long (of which at least half must be on a commercial vessel), working in a deck capacity or working both in a deck capacity and an engineering capacity.
3.Complete an appropriate radio certificate of proficiency (LROCP or AWQ)
4. Complete Certificate of Competency Application, AMSA form 426.
5. Complete a Certificate of Medical Fitness for a Marine Qualification, AMSA document 1850.
People seeking licensing certification should read the Marine Order 505 for licensing and sea service requirements.
How do you Complete the AMPA?
If you are a new Paradigm learner enrolling into a Maritime qualification and have selected the option to complete an AMPA, you will have the opportunity to do so as part of your seven-day maritime training and assessment workshop. (Please note, the seven days are a minimum requirement). If you have previously completed a maritime qualification with another RTO and would like to complete an AMPA for the Certificate III in Maritime Operations the following will apply:
Attend a maritime training and assessment workshop for a minimum of two days, where you will be assessed against the required competencies.
If during the initial assessment you are found to be Not Yet Competent, you will have the opportunity to:
- Remain for the rest of the workshop and continue your assessment until found competent, OR
- Book in to a later workshop and be re-assessed.
The ICoC is a 60-day interim license issued by PTG to seafarers who have successfully completed their licensing requirements. To complete your ICoC you are required to book an appointment with PTG to have your documents checked and verified. Please contact 1300 161 640 or email info@paradigmtraining.edu.au to book an appointment.
The Career Start (General Training Pathway) provides eligible Queenslanders with subsidised access to a Certificate III qualification to help them enter the workforce, re-enter employment, or progress in their career. Funding is available only once per person, so participants should carefully consider their training choice before enrolling.
- Aged 15 years or older and no longer at school
- Living permanently in Queensland
- Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident (including humanitarian entrant), or eligible temporary resident
- No Certificate III or higher completed in the past 10 years (school and foundation skills qualifications don’t count)
- Not currently enrolled in another qualification (excluding foundation skills)
Additional entry requirements or exemptions may apply depending on the qualification and industry.
For more information: Career Start|Queensland Government
All students enrolling under the Career Start program must complete a short LLN assessment prior to finalising enrolment.
Please complete the short LLN exam by clicking here.
Co-Contribution Fees
- Non-concessional: $1,440.00 (full course cost)
- Concessional: $820.00 (full course cost)
Concessional Co-Contribution
To be eligible for concessional funding you must provide evidence that you:
- Hold a Health Care Card or Concession Card issued under the Commonwealth Law or
- Proof of a partner or dependent who holds a Health Care Card or Concession Card and that you are named on that card.
AMPA Fee (optional* - dependent on license requirement): $500.00.
$500.00 is due upon enrolment for those wishing to undertake the AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA) and gain a low complexity interim certificate of competency (ICoC).
Payment of Fees
In line with Skills Assure Supplier policy, upfront charging and collection of the full Co-contribution fee is not permitted. At enrolment, no more than 30% of the applicable co-contribution fee is payable:- Non-concessional: $432.00 (30% of $1,440.00) $500.00 AMPA fee
- Concessional: $246.00 (30% of $820.00) $500.00 AMPA fee
- Non-concessional: $1,008.00 (remaining 70%)
- Concessional: $574.00 (remaining 70%)
For information on PTG payment plans or possible funding options, please contact Paradigm Training Group.
*Payment of the AMPA fee is required for participation in an AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment and to receive a certificate of competency from AMSA. The fee must be settled in full before the assessment.
The initial enrolment form submitted will be considered tentative until such time as all eligibility documentation is reviewed. Once this process is finalised the enrolment will become active with full access to the course content through the student portal.
When completing the online enrolment form, you will be prompted to upload supporting documents which include:
- Identification (e.g. Queensland drivers' license, passport, proof of age card, etc.).
- Proof of residency in Queensland (e.g. back of license, electricity bill etc.).
- Eligibility for concession (e.g. Health care card or concession card issues under Commonwealth Law.
- Australian or New Zealand Citizenship (where required).
Our Location
Paradigm Training Group is now conveniently based at Australia’s premier marine facility, The Boat Works, located in Coomera, QLD. Our office and training room are situated in the South Yard at A-05, directly opposite The Boat Works administration office and slipway, on the waterside of Hangar H.