New Zealand Certificate in Maritime Operations (Level 5)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 5 |
|---|
About the course
Ready to become a master or skipper of a vessel?
Do you hold a Watchkeeper Deck on ships less than 500 gross tonnage in a near-coastal area, or Mate Fishing Vessel – Limited certificate of competency? If you want to progress to a command role on a fishing or commercial vessel, then this is your next step.
Gain the knowledge and skills to become an effective master of a commercial vessel (less than 500 GT) in the near coastal area, or a skipper of a fishing vessel in the limited area. You will be responsible for the vessel, the crew, and the passengers.
This qualification leads to a Maritime New Zealand (MNZ) certificate. Expand for more detail. You need to complete this qualification before applying to Maritime New Zealand (MNZ) for a:
Certificate of competency for Master on ships less than 500 gross tonnage in the near-coastal area (Master <500 GT NC), or Skipper Fishing Vessel – Limited certificate of competency.
Award of these MNZ certificate of competency will also require the completion of:
Sea service MNZ medical fitness certificate Eyesight test (including for colour vision) Fit and proper person check Final exam Ancillary certificates.
See maritimenz.govt.nz for all requirements needed before you apply.
Entry requirements
Entry to this qualification is open for Domestic students but completion does not guarantee the award of a Maritime New Zealand license.
Applicants are recommended to hold the: Officer of the Watch (OOW)<500GT Near Coastal or Mate Fishing Vessel limited or Skipper Coastal and Offshore or equivalent licence.
International students: English Language Entry Requirements
International students will generally be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency, for this programme an IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 is required.
For the minimum English language requirements refer to the requirements set out in the NZQF Programme and Accreditation Rules.
All persons wishing to qualify for a seafarer license must also check the Maritime New Zealand prior certification and minimum service requirements for that license.
Important information
All persons wishing to qualify for a seafarer licence must also check the Maritime New Zealand prior certification and minimum service requirements for that licence. Also: Seafarers Framework which outlines medical fitness requirements https://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/rules/part-34/default.asp and Maritime New Zealand Part 34:Medical Standards https://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/rules/part-34/Part34-maritime-rule.pdf.
Give yourself credit with Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Did you know you can use the knowledge and experience you already have to your advantage?
Your previous work experience and on-the-job skills, volunteering, professional development, and other providers’ qualifications can be recognised as prior learning, matched against credits in our courses, and put towards your qualification – potentially saving you money and possibly helping you to complete your qualification faster Learn more.
About the provider
MIT is one of the largest providers of technical, vocational, and professional education in New Zealand, and has been awarded the highest possible rating, Category One, by the NZQA.
MIT has five campuses across Auckland, with a wide range of subjects for you to choose from. Our campuses and study facilities are located right in the heart of the industry — giving you access to the skills, networks and contacts you need.
MIT exists to transform lives. No matter where you are in your life or student journey, MIT has a place for you.
Get ready to make your next move and come join us, where the best makers are made.