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There are 2 courses available within the Sydney area for people who want to become a sea captain.
Possible job outcomes:
Become a ship Master <24 metres NC on private and commercial vessels with the MAR30921 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to skipper vessels up to 24 metres and work as chief mate on vessels up to 80 metres. Competencies include: performing routine vessel maintenance, planning routes and navigating passenger vessels (up to 80m), using wheelhouse equipment, dealing with onboard emergencies, surviving at sea, and more. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, AMSA certification outcomes, and opportunities for enrolment near you..
Average duration: 2 months.
Command commercial vessels up to 35 metres long with the MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal). This nationally recognised training course is endorsed by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Your training is carried out at an advanced maritime training facility in a 6-week intensive. The course covers: vessel navigation and manoeuvring, crew management, forecasting weather and oceanographic conditions, cargo storage and discharge, shipboard safety and survival at sea.Enquire now for the list of training centres and enrolment dates..
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To become a sea captain in Sydney, you may want to consider completing the Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal). This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.
You can train to become a sea captain by completing a qualification with Superyacht Crew Academy (established in 2008). Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.
There is one campus within the Sydney area that provides sea captain training. This campus is 9999km away from the center of Sydney. You can also study a sea captain course through online learning. Find a course provider that best suits your needs.
Here are some potential career pathways within maritime. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Maritime
Assistant Shipwright
$960 weekly pay
Coxswain
$865 weekly pay
Deckhand
General Purpose Hand
Second Engineer
Boat Builder
$1,200 weekly pay
Chief Cook
$1,050 weekly pay
Chief Engineer
$1,350 weekly pay
Engineer Watchkeeper
Marine Engineer
$1,600 weekly pay
Marine Mechanic
$1,250 weekly pay
Marine Surveyor
$1,440 weekly pay
Sea Captain
Ship Mate
Shipwright
Watchkeeper Deck Officer
Master Mariner
Naval Architect
$1,730 weekly pay
Ship Master