MAR31021

Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master Inland Waters)

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Get the skills you need to skipper inland commercial vessels (up to 24 metres) with the MAR31021 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master Inland Waters). This nationally recognised qualification is accredited with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). The course covers: routine vessel maintenance, navigating inland waters, navigational watch duties, vessel environmental management, seamanship operations, manoeuvring vessels within near coastal waters, shipboard safety and vessel abandonment procedures. Enquire now for entry requirements, AMSA certification outcomes, and training providers in your area who deliver this course. PLEASE NOTE: if you are seeking your AMSA Master Inland Waters, check with your training provider before enrolment to ensure you have selected the correct study units.

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Entry requirements

Entry requirements for the Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master Inland Waters) vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.

If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers

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Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master Inland Waters) will prepare you for the following role.

Ship Master

A Ship Master supervises daily operations on a ship or other marine vessel. You might control navigation duties or coordinate the activities of oth...

Avg yearly income $98,280
Entry barriers Low

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