At a glance
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.
COURSE OUTCOME
Statement of Attainment
Course overview
Revalidate your Certificate of Safety Training (CoST) with Queensland's largest and most experienced training provider. This skill set has been designed 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 core skills in personal survival techniques and fire prevention and fire fighting. You'll gain the skills and knowledge required to learn how to survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and discover how to prevent fires and respond effectively to any fire emergency on board a vessel.
Successful completion of this course meets the requirements of Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Reg VI/1 and Code Section A-VI/1, Tables A-VI/1-2 and A-VI/1-1.
Units
The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete all units listed below.
Ways to study
Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more
What you need to know about studying on campus
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
University pathways
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.
Learn more about university pathways
Payment options
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.
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.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Selection criteria
You must be:
- at least 16 years of age;
- have an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) issued Certificate of Safety Training (COST);
- certified copy of your current Senior First Aid qualification issued from an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Please note: as this course involves use of breathing apparatus, extinguishing fires, confined spaces and other strenuous activities, you will be required to complete a medical declaration prior to commencing training. The result of which may, in some circumstances, preclude you from completing the fire component.
Resources required
You are required to wear closed in footwear and socks (runners are suitable), long sleeve shirt and long pants (or overalls) for fire and pool training.
Need to know
Please refer to the below link in regards to qualifying sea time requirements: http://www.amsa.gov.au/forms-and-publications/fact-sheets/amsa1569.pdf
Replacement Skill Set
This skill set has been superseded, as of 26 October 2020. A transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period finishes on 25 October 2021. If required, enrolments will be transitioned into the replacement qualification.
Assessment Methods
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
Disclaimer
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.
How to apply
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers
Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
University pathways
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.
Learn more about university pathways 