Fishing Vessel Crewing – Advanced Deckhand Fishing
Course details
| NZQF Level | 3 |
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About the course
This programme contributes to graduates obtaining their Maritime New Zealand licence: Advanced Deckhand – Fishing.
If you want to enter the maritime industry or have been part of a fishing crew and want to upskill then this qualification is for you.
Through this qualification, you will gain the skills and knowledge you need to work under general supervision in coastal, offshore and unlimited operational limits as specified in the Maritime New Zealand Seafarer Certification and Operational Limits Framework.
Upon successful completion of this qualification you will be able to:
- Demonstrate safe and sustainable working practices
- Contribute to effective communications and relationships on board
- Understand the factors that affect the safety of the fishing vessel and crew, such as nautical terminology and commands
- Assist with vessel navigation at the support level
- Understand fishing vessel construction and factors affecting stability and seaworthiness
- Apply seamanship knowledge and skills to the safe operation of the vessel at the support level
Completion of this programme is a prerequisite to applying for a Maritime New Zealand Advanced Deckhand – Fishing (ADH-F) licence.
Graduates will also be able to apply to be licensed under the International Convention of Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Fishing Vessel Personnel (STCW-F).
The ADH-F certificate corresponds with a certificate issued under Resolution 4 of the International Convention on the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Fishing Vessel Personnel (STCW-F).
Academic requirements
- Employed or seeking employment on an aquaculture or commercial fishing vessel
English language requirements
International applicants for whom English is not their first language will be required to show evidence of language competency, issued within the last two years, before being eligible to enrol in any non-English programme.
The level of competency required is outlined in the NZQA English Language requirements(external link) and below:
- Level 3 certificate IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 or completed NZ Certificate in English Language L3. For domestic applicants for whom English is not their first language evidence of language competency may be required.
About the provider
At NMIT, our goal is to ensure you graduate work-ready and confident in your knowledge and skills to step into a successful career. Our wrap-around support services guide you through the process of learning, teaching you skills for life and ensuring your well-being is supported so you can focus on achieving your goals.
NMIT strives to make meaningful and positive change to the businesses and members in our community. For nearly 120 years, we have stood strong as a cornerstone for high-quality tertiary education and community engagement Te Tauihu (the Top of the South).
This means when you join NMIT, you become connected to a network of industry partners and employment opportunities that can open doors for you. Our passionate tutors across multiple study areas are highly regarded and influential in their chosen fields.
Whatever path you wish to pursue, we'll do what we can to help you reach your goal. Our internationally recognised qualifications are yours for the taking, and the journey to get them can be a rewarding and uplifting experience.