RTO Entrance Requirements

• Completion of MAR30918 or MAR30921 - Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal) or experience working in the Maritime industry. Students may receive credit for units completed in these qualifications.
• Must be of at least 16 years of age
   

Job opportunities include:

• Ship's Mate or Master 

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This qualification is suitable for those sailing as Master on vessels up to 45 metres in length within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) or a Mate on vessels up to 100 metres in length.

This level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal as defined by Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency-National law) 2022.

Certification as a Master less than 45 metres Near Coastal (as defined by Marine Order 505) will require achievement of the MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal), certification as a Master less than 24 metres Near Coastal, an appropriate radio certificate of proficiency, Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) final assessment and an AMSA approved first aid certificate.

This level of qualification is also currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Mate less than 100 metres Near Coastal as defined by Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency-National law) 2022.

Certification as a Mate less than 100 metres Near Coastal will require achievement of the MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal), qualifying sea service and completion of AMSA approved task book or qualifying sea service, an appropriate radio certificate of proficiency, AMSA final assessment and an AMSA approved first aid certificate.

People seeking certification should check with AMSA.

Certification

Upon successful completion you will receive a Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal).

Please note: This qualification is in transition, and the course code is subject to change.