Central Regional TAFE

MAR20321

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

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Get qualified to work in the small vessel sector in commercial workboats, fisheries, fishing, tourism or aquaculture.

This qualification is suitable for people who work as a Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal skipper in the maritime industry.

This qualification enables graduates to command a commercial marine vessel:

  • up to 12 metres in length
  • with propulsion power that is unlimited for an outboard engine or up to 500 kW for an inboard engine.

Can carry passengers:

  • inshore, and
  • or as a tender or auxiliary vessel within 3 nautical miles (nm) of a parent vessel within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).

You will gain the following skills:

  • Navigating a vessel less than 12 metres in length
  • Applying basic maintenance and engineering knowledge
  • Operating a marine radio
  • Applying safety procedures at sea
  • Applying basic ships knowledge, and
  • Demonstrating nautical knowledge.

Delivery mode

Central Regional TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 133 Separation Point Close, Beachlands
  • Corner Murat Road and Truscott Crescent, Exmouth

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

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

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $1,085 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$1,085
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$1,085
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Central Regional TAFE to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $1,085 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

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

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

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

About Central Regional TAFE

Whatever your time in life, wherever you are in your career, whoever you want to be, however you want to get there. At Central Regional TAFE we will help you find your career, find your calling, find your start.

It all starts with short courses that give you a stepping stone, with qualifications that open doors right where you need them, with pathways towards degree courses and beyond. It all starts with teachers who know their field—and know how to share it well. It all starts with training programs developed for industry—and delivered alongside them. It all starts with flexible learning that meets you wherever you are—whatever your challenges. It all starts with a community of trainers and learners working together. It all starts with a fair chance—to make a go of the road you choose.

Because it is all about where you’re going. And it all starts when you choose Central Regional TAFE to help you get there. It all starts with options as big as our region — from Exmouth to Geraldton from Northam to Kalgoorlie — and then taking you anywhere in Australia or the world.