MAR20324 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
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01/12/2025 – 16/12/2025
Qualification description
This qualification applies to people working in the maritime industry seeking an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certificate of competency of Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal.
Duties and Functions:
Duties and functions for which AMSA certificate of competency is required are listed in the MAR Maritime Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This qualification is required to obtain an AMSA certificate of competency as a Coxswain Grade 1 NC as specified in Marine Order 505.
AMSA certification will require:
- achieving MAR20324 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal),
- short range operator Certificate of Proficiency issued by ACMA (or higher qualification),
- qualifying sea service as specified in Marine Order 505,
- meeting the medical requirements specified in the Marine Order 505 and
- passing final assessment specified in Marine Order 505.
Seafarers seeking certification should check with AMSA.

