New Zealand Certificate in Maritime Crewing

Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Subject area

Marine Craft Operation

Qualification

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Entry requirements

N/A

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

This entry-level qualification provides the maritime industry with people who have the skills and knowledge required by the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) to work with limited supervision as crew on vessels operating in unlimited waters.
The Deck Crewing and Engineering strands meet the competency standards for Deck Watch Rating and Engine-room Watch Rating required under STCW and as specified in the Maritime NZ Seafarer Certification and Operational Limits Framework.
The Passenger Services strand is for crew responsible for passenger welfare on large passenger vessels who require a STCW Basic certificate to assist in the event of maritime emergencies.
The Superyacht strand is for people intending to crew on superyachts both in New Zealand waters and internationally where a STCW Basic certificate is required.