MARSS00033

Safety Training Certification Skill Set

Skill Set

Start your career on the water with this mandatory IMO/ Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) safety short course. Become qualified to work on International foreign going commercial vessels or luxury yachts in Australian and international waters.

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STUDY LOCATIONS North Queensland

WAYS TO STUDY On campus

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 20 Apr 2026 Duration: 5 days View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Full Fee

$2,830

Course overview

This course is essential for those looking to start a career in the maritime industry, including deck crew, engine crew, cooks, stewards, and others required to hold mandatory safety training. Our highly experienced team of industry professionals will give you the one-on-one guidance you need to confidently adhere to safety requirements in a maritime environment.

The Certificate of Safety Training is an STCW, AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) approved five-day short course that covers required skills and knowledge necessary to enable application to AMSA for the issue of a Certificate of Safety Training.
See AMSA Website for more information on STCW qualifications - Certificate of safety training | Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

Certificate of Safety Training (STCW Reg VI/1) includes:

Personal safety and social responsibilities
(STCW Reg VI/1 Code A–VI/1 Table A–VI/1–4)
Personal survival techniques
(STCW Reg VI/1 Code A–VI/1 Table A–VI/1–1)
Fire prevention and fire fighting (Basic)
(STCW Reg VI/1 Code A–VI/1 Table A–VI/1–2)
Security awareness training
(STCW Code Section A-VI/6 para. 4)

What can I do?

Luxury Yacht Worker
Foreign Seagoing Crew Member
Australian Regulated Vessel Crew
Domestic Crew Member

Course outcome:

Statement of Attainment

Innovative teaching staff

Our courses are delivered by passionate experts with years of experience in the marine industry. Our teachers understand the practicalities of working in a marine environment.

Hands-on training

We take our lessons out of the classroom and into the field. Our industry standard Great Barrier Reef International Marine College prepares you for anything you might experience on the job in a simulated environment, under the careful guidance of expert teachers.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete all core units listed below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
HLTAID011

Provide First Aid

UNIT CODE :
HLTAID011

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies. The unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.
UNIT NAME
Provide First Aid

UNIT CODE
MARF037

Follow vessel security procedures (security awareness training)

UNIT CODE :
MARF037

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to recognise and report security threats.
UNIT NAME
Follow vessel security procedures (security awareness training)

UNIT CODE
MARF046

Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and personal survival techniques (PST)

UNIT CODE :
MARF046

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to survive at sea using personal survival techniques (PST) in the event of vessel abandonment.
UNIT NAME
Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and personal survival techniques (PST)

UNIT CODE
MARF035

Contribute to fire prevention and firefighting (basic firefighting)

UNIT CODE :
MARF035

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prevent and control fires and to respond effectively to any fire emergency onboard a vessel.
UNIT NAME
Contribute to fire prevention and firefighting (basic firefighting)

UNIT CODE
MARF041

Observe personal safety and social responsibility (PSSR)

UNIT CODE :
MARF041

Unit description :
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to contribute to the safety management system (SMS) processes where there is responsibility for own work outputs.
UNIT NAME
Observe personal safety and social responsibility (PSSR)

Ways to study

Choose your study location

On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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Great Barrier Reef International Marine College	On campus with some online	20 Apr 2026	5 days	Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm	Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 20 Apr 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 5 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College	On campus with some online	11 May 2026	5 days	Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm	Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 11 May 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 5 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College	On campus with some online	08 Jun 2026	5 days	Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm	Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 08 Jun 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 5 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College	On campus with some online	10 Aug 2026	5 days	Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm	Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 10 Aug 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 5 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College	On campus with some online	07 Sep 2026	5 days	Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm	Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 07 Sep 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 5 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College	On campus with some online	19 Oct 2026	5 days	Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm	Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 19 Oct 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 5 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College	On campus with some online	02 Nov 2026	5 days	Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm	Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 02 Nov 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 5 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College	On campus with some online	16 Nov 2026	5 days	8:30am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday	Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 16 Nov 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 5 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. 8:30am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College	On campus with some online	30 Nov 2026	5 days	Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm	Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 30 Nov 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 5 days The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Full fee: $2,830 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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Safety Training Certification Skill Set (MARSS00033)

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Safety Training Certification Skill Set

COURSE CODE: MARSS00033

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How can I pay for this course?

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Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Inherent Requirements

Before deciding if a course is right for you, it’s important to make an informed choice and consider the key skills, knowledge, assessment, licensing and physical requirements involved. Review the inherent requirements below for this course and reflect on whether any of them might present difficulties for you. If you feel you may have challenges due to a disability, a health condition, or for any other reason, we encourage you to speak with a regional Faculty Management, a student services team member, or the regional AccessAbility Officer to discuss your concerns and confirm if the course is suitable for you.

AMSA Licensing requirements
This course helps you meet some of the requirements needed to apply for an AMSA licence.
To ensure you're fully prepared:

Visit the AMSA website to understand all additional licensing requirements and application costs. https://www.amsa.gov.au/qualifications-training/international-qualifications/certificate-safety-training
You will need to apply to AMSA for certification once training is complete
You must be at least 16 years old at the time you complete your training to be eligible to apply for an AMSA licence.
Many vessels require proof that you are medically fit to safely carry out all onboard duties. In some instances, AMSA also require a medical certificate.

Physical Fitness
To ensure safety and success during practical maritime training, it is recommended that you possess an intermediate level of physical fitness. These requirements are essential for participating in onboard training and emergency preparedness exercises.   
This includes the ability to:  

lift and carry equipment safely (up to 20-25kg)
climb ladders and access various parts of a vessel  
perform physically demanding tasks in dynamic marine environments 
pulling yourself unaided into a life raft while wearing a life jacket

Firefighting & Heat Conditions
You must be aware of and able to meet the physical demands involved in maritime firefighting and emergency response training.
This includes the ability to:

Don and operate self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) in a heated, smoke filled compartment.
Wear and work in a firefighting outfit in tropical and high heat conditions. Perform fire extinguishment and rescue tasks in hot environments.
Work safely in confined spaces within the maritime emergency training simulator.
Understand that if you have asthma or other respiratory conditions you may face increased physical demands when exposed to heat, smoke, and SCBA use

Pool & Swimming abilities
You must be able to swim to a level that will enable them to:

remain afloat without a life jacket for 5 minutes
right an inverted life raft
safely jump from a height into water
swim while wearing a life jacket

Digital Literacy
You should be comfortable using digital technology. This includes accessing and navigating the online learning management system (LMS), submitting assessments electronically, communicating via email, and using basic software and internet browsers.

Certificate courses may require further skills, such as working with Word or Excel, managing files, and independently troubleshooting simple technical issue

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date internet  browsers. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.    
TAFE Queensland students have access to Microsoft 365 apps & services. For more information:  TQ Student Access to Microsoft 365

Personal Equipment  

Personal stationery
Notebook

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
You will be required to provide the following:  

 For pool sea survival practicals 

Swimmers 
Towel

 For fire practicals

Thick work socks  
Sunglasses (recommended) 
Hat (recommended) 
Water bottle

 For classroom activities
You will not be permitted to attend any classes without appropriate footwear. 

Provided by TAFE Queensland during COST unit only
Please be aware you will be required to wear the following TQ provided PPE: 

Overalls 
Steel toe non-conductive seaboots 
Safety glasses  
Immersion suit
Life jacket

Important information

Please ensure you have read the inherent requirements above to ensure you are aware of all licensing, key skills, knowledge, assessment and physical requirements of this course

First Aid
First Aid is a required unit for this qualification and is delivered separately from the main training blocks.
If you need to complete First Aid, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss available dates with our Client Services team during the enrolment process.
Please note that successful completion of the First Aid unit is required before your qualification can be issued.
If you have already completed the required First Aid unit, you must provide a current academic transcript for assessment and potential credit transfer.

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

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