Course Details

The MARSS00048 Coxswains Grade 3 Skill Set provides nationally recognised training in small-vessel handling, seamanship, maritime regulations, safe vessel operation and first aid.

This skill set forms part of the requirements for recognition by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) as a Coxswain Grade 3.

Successful completion results in the issue of a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.

AMSA describes Coxswain Grade 3 as a domestic Certificate of Competency for operating in Australian waters.

Under Schedule 1 of Marine Order 505, a Coxswain Grade 3 may command and operate the engines of a vessel less than 12 metres long, subject to specified operating limitations.

A tender must be capable of communicating with, and remain in line of sight of, its parent vessel. A person qualifying through the MAR Maritime Training Package pathway may operate an eligible tender within three nautical miles of the parent vessel.

A Coxswain Grade 3 may also command and operate a vessel less than 12 metres long that is used only for towing people, subject to the applicable propulsion, approved operating-area and daylight-hour restrictions.

View AMSA requirements View Marine Order 505

There are no formal entry requirements specified for MARSS00048.

Before enrolment is confirmed, Paradigm Training Group will review whether the course, delivery arrangements and available support are suitable for the prospective student.

Students should advise Paradigm Training Group of relevant support needs, injuries, medical conditions or other circumstances before practical training commences.

Reasonable adjustment cannot remove the inherent requirements of a unit, compromise assessment validity, or override safety or regulatory requirements.

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

• Pre-departure vessel checks.
• Vessel handling and manoeuvring.
• Berthing, unberthing, anchoring and securing a vessel.
• Seamanship activities.
• Weather and tide considerations.
• Emergency procedures.
• Maritime regulations and safe operating procedures.

First aid training and assessment are included where the student does not already hold eligible credit for HLTAID011 Provide First Aid.

Further training or reassessment may be provided within the enrolment period in accordance with Paradigm Training Group policies and scheduled workshop availability.

Students must follow all reasonable safety instructions provided by the trainer and assessor.

Students must successfully complete all four nationally recognised units.

View MARSS00048 on training.gov.au

Students assessed as competent in all four units will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the MARSS00048 Coxswains Grade 3 Skill Set.

A student who completes only some units may receive a Statement of Attainment for the units successfully completed but will not have completed the complete skill set.

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

The MARSS00048 Coxswains Grade 3 Skill Set supports the MAR Maritime Training Package pathway recognised by AMSA.

In addition to completing the required training, a person must meet AMSA’s current age, English-language, medical-fitness, first aid and evidence requirements before performing Coxswain Grade 3 duties.

Applying for a physical Coxswain Grade 3 Certificate of Competency is optional for a person who qualifies through the MAR Maritime Training Package pathway.

AMSA requirements, forms, fees and application processes may change. Students should rely on current information published by AMSA.

The total course fee is payable upon enrolment unless an approved payment arrangement has been made with Paradigm Training Group.

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

Credit transfer or RPL does not remove the requirement to maintain current medical-fitness and first aid evidence when performing Coxswain Grade 3 duties. Applications should be made before training commences wherever possible.

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.

Students should discuss support needs with Paradigm Training Group as early as possible.

Further information is available in the Student Handbook.

Possible further-study pathways include:

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

Regulatory requirements may change. Where information on this page differs from current legislation or AMSA requirements, the current legislation and AMSA requirements prevail. Paradigm Training Group does not guarantee successful course completion, satisfaction of AMSA requirements, issue of an AMSA certificate or employment.