Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 1:16 PM AWST
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Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
MAR20313
J711
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/10/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification is suitable for people who work as a Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal in the maritime industry and:
command a commercial marine vessel:
up to 12 metres in length
with propulsion power that is unlimited for an outboard engine or up to 500 kW for an inboard engine
carry passengers on this vessel:
inshore or
as a tender or auxiliary vessel within 3 nautical miles (nm) of a parent vessel within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal as defined by the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.
Certification will require achievement of the MAR20313 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal), qualifying sea service and completed Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) approved task book or qualifying sea service, AMSA final assessment, an appropriate radio certificate of proficiency and an AMSA approved first aid certificate; people seeking certification should check with AMSA.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
LICENSING/REGULATORY REQUIREMENTSThis level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal as defined by the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.
Certification will require achievement of the MAR20313 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal), qualifying sea service and completed Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) approved task book or qualifying sea service, AMSA final assessment, an appropriate radio certificate of proficiency and an AMSA approved first aid certificate; people seeking certification should check with AMSA.
PACKAGING RULES
Total number of units = twelve (12) units
- twelve (12) core units
1. Core Units
All twelve (12) units must be completed.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J549 | MAR20113 | Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDU0 | MAR20318 | Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal) | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.