MAR30924 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 Metres)_FFS

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 seven-day face-to-face workshop is delivered onsite at The BoatWorks, one of Australia’s premier marine precincts, providing an immersive and industry-aligned learning environment. Training and assessment are conducted through classroom sessions, on-water activities aboard vessels from 7.5 metres, firefighting simulations, and safety-at-sea drills. Being situated within an operational marine and superyacht facility gives participants direct exposure to real vessel operations, professional marine trades, and modern shipyard infrastructure, creating a practical, relevant, and highly engaging training experience.

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
• MARH017 Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation
• 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
• 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 gain your Master up to 24 Metres License you will also need to:

• at least 120 days qualifying sea service on a commercial vessel ≥7.5 m long working in a deck capacity or working both in a deck capacity and an engineering role.

• 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 role.

The ICoC is a 60-day interim license (electronic document) issued by PTG to seafarers who have successfully completed their licensing requirements and have submitted their application to AMSA either through Australia Post or e-mailed directly to AMSA. All documents submitted tii AMSA must be evidenced by Paradigm along with a receipt of payment to be eligible to be granted a ICoC. Evidence documents may be submitted either face-to-face or via e-mail to Paradigm for evaluation. Please contact 1300 161 640 or email info@paradigmtraining.edu.au to book an appointment.

• $1,500.00 course fee deposit.
• $500.00 AMPA fee - Optional*.

For information on PTG payment plans or possible funding options, please contact Paradigm Training Group directly on 1300 161 640. 

*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.

Paradigm Training Group is committed to supporting students throughout their training and assessment to assist with successful course completion. Support services may include assistance with language, literacy and numeracy (LLN), learning support, access to training resources, and guidance on course requirements.

Further information on available support services, including how to access assistance, can be found in the Paradigm Training Group Student Handbook, Section 3.3 – Support Services for Students, and Section 5.1 – Student Rights and Wellbeing.