Australian Maritime and Fisheries Academy

MAR20324

Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) This qualification is designed for those currently employed or seeking work within the maritime and seafood industries. It provides the necessary skills to command commercial vessels up to 12 metres in length. This includes operating craft with unlimited outboard power or inboard engines up to 500kW. Graduates are authorised to carry passengers inshore or within three nautical miles of a parent vessel. It serves as an essential credential for individuals pursuing a career as a commercial skipper.

Delivery mode

Australian Maritime and Fisheries Academy offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $5,390 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with Australian Maritime and Fisheries Academy.
Study mode Online
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $5,390 $0

Career opportunities

The Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal) will prepare you for the following roles.

Coxswain

A Coxswain steers small boats or marine vessels and may take on other duties during a journey. You might give directions to other crewmates and lia...

Avg yearly income $69,992
Entry barriers Low

Deckhand

A Deckhand performs a range of tasks on a ship or maritime vessel. You might carry out routine cleaning and maintenance tasks or help with loading...

Avg yearly income $71,240
Entry barriers Low

General Purpose Hand

A General Purpose Hand attends to a range of duties on a ship, boat or other marine vessel. You might assist passengers, load and unload cargo or c...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

About Australian Maritime and Fisheries Academy

The Academy’s programmed are designed to deliver learning outcomes that are effective, ensuring practicality and relevance to maritime, fishing and seafood industries. AMFA is recognised as a leader in Australia and the Asia Pacific region for innovative, focused and relevant maritime and fisheries advisory, management and training services that are client driven. Australian Maritime and Fisheries Academy is the legal trading name of the Australian Fisheries Academy Ltd; a not-for-profit limited liability organisation.
Operating since 2019
Legal name Australian Fisheries Academy Ltd
RTO code 0649