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MAR50320

Diploma of Maritime Operations (Watchkeeper Deck)

Become a Watchkeeper Deck Officer with the MAR50320 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Watchkeeper Deck). This nationally recognised diploma is accredited with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). During your studies you will gain ship navigation and seamanship skills, as well as specialist competencies in ship abandonment, GMDSS operations, and survival craft proficiency. The course covers: vessel positioning, radar and bridge equipment, ship manoeuvring, navigational watch responsibilities, onboard safety, visual signalling, cargo management, and more. Enquire now for entry requirements, Watchkeeper Deck competencies, and enrolment centres near you.

PLEASE NOTE: if you are seeking the Watchkeeper Deck AMSA certification, check with your course provider before enrolment to ensure the correct units have been selected.

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Average duration:
6 months

Accreditation:
Nationally recognised training

Outcomes

This course can help you get a job as:

Job Title
Average Salary
Watchkeeper Deck Officer
$1,200 weekly pay

This course can help you progress to:

Job Title
Average Salary
Master Mariner
$1,600 weekly pay
Naval Architect
$1,730 weekly pay
Ship Master
$1,600 weekly pay

Please note that weekly pay figures are estimates only of what you could possibly earn.

Nationally Recognised Training

This is a nationally recognised course delivered by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RTOs are strictly regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). This guarantees you will be studying a quality-assured and nationally recognised qualification.

Recognition of Prior Learning

RTOs are also able to offer Recognition of Prior Learning for work experience or formal qualifications you may have undertaken to shorten the time you have to study. Ask a course provider for more details during the enrolment process.

Payment Options

Course providers may offer flexible payment options for those who do not wish (or are unable) to pay their tuition fees outright. There is usually a discount for those who pay their tuition fees upfront.

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