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SSMAR0016
This skill set is designed for seafarers who do not hold the qualifying sea service and need to undertake the full short courses in personal survival techniques and fire prevention and fire fighting in order to demonstrate continued competence.
This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.
Revalidate your Certificate of Safety Training (CoST) with Queensland's largest and most experienced training provider. This skill set meets the AMSA requirements for certificate holders without qualifying sea time. Qualifying sea service is at least 12 months in total during the preceding five years before application, or three months in total during the preceding six months prior to revalidating.
This course includes the full Personal Survival Techniques and Fire Prevention or Fire Fighting components.
The course may also be suitable for seafarers with international certificates under overseas regulators who need refresher training and do not meet sea service requirements for STCW continued competence. You must confirm it meets your maritime regulator’s revalidation requirements under which you are certified or operating.
Statement of Attainment
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.
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College (GBRIMC) offers an extensive range of short courses that lead to internationally recognised certificates issued by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).
Our training complies with the requirements of the International Maritime Organisation Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (IMO STCW).
The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete all units listed below.
You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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| CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
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On Campus
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10 Aug 2026
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4 days
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8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
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Great Barrier Reef International Marine CollegeOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
10 Aug 2026
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
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On Campus
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07 Sep 2026
|
4 days
|
8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
|
|
Great Barrier Reef International Marine CollegeOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
07 Sep 2026
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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|
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
|
On Campus
|
19 Oct 2026
|
4 days
|
8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
|
|
Great Barrier Reef International Marine CollegeOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
19 Oct 2026
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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|
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
|
On Campus
|
02 Nov 2026
|
4 days
|
8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
|
|
Great Barrier Reef International Marine CollegeOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
02 Nov 2026
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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|
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
|
On Campus
|
16 Nov 2026
|
4 days
|
8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
|
|
Great Barrier Reef International Marine CollegeOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
16 Nov 2026
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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|
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
|
On Campus
|
30 Nov 2026
|
4 days
|
8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
|
|
Great Barrier Reef International Marine CollegeOn Campus
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
30 Nov 2026
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 days
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
8:30am - 4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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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 will be required to provide evidence of either:
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:
International and non‑AMSA certification holders
The course may also be suitable for seafarers with international certificates under overseas regulators who need refresher training and do not meet sea service requirements for STCW continued competence.
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:
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:
Pool & Swimming abilities
You must be able to swim to a level that will enable you to:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.
Industry-appropriate clothing, including
You will be required to provide the following:
For pool sea survival practicals
For fire practicals
For classroom activities
Provided by TAFE Queensland
Please be aware you will be required to wear the following TQ provided PPE:
Please ensure you have read the inherent requirements to ensure you are aware of all licensing, key skills, knowledge, assessment and physical requirements of this course.
If you have the required sea services to meet AMSA requirements please refer to course information for Certificate of Safety Training (CoST) Continued Competence Refresher.
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.
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.
