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MARSS00033
Start your career on the water with this mandatory Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) safety short course. Become qualified to work on domestic commercial vessels or luxury yachts in Australian and international waters.
This course will give you the skills to follow security procedures, prevent and fight fires on a ship, and survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment. 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. Successful completion of the licence will enable holders to work on board commercial vessels and luxury yachts in Australian and International waters. Seafarers seeking certification should contact AMSA.
Statement of Attainment
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.
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.
The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete all core units listed below.
| CAMPUS | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | STUDY MODE | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
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10 Oct 2022
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1 week
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Full time 8 hours per day
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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Mixed mode
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Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
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31 Oct 2022
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1 week
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Full time 8 hours per day
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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Mixed mode
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Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
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14 Nov 2022
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1 week
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Full time 8 hours per day
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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Mixed mode
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Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
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28 Nov 2022
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1 week
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Full time 8 hours per day
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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Mixed mode
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No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Learn moreThis may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Learn moreYou must be a minimum of 16 years of age and be medically fit to complete all tasks.
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 software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks after enrolment, during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network. It is also recommended that you have access to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority Guidance Notes.
You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes. This includes having access to and wearing appropriate attire including non synthetic/flammable clothing, safety glasses, and enclosed shoes. You will not be permitted to attend any classes without appropriate footwear. For wet drills you also require clothes to get wet in (closed in footwear and socks (runners are suitable), long sleeve shirt and long pants (or overalls)), a second set of clothes (to change into), a towel, sunscreen, and hat. For fire drills you require a long sleeve shirt, long pants, sunglasses and enclosed shoes.
You will need to provide the following:
STCW Sections covered:
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
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All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees 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.