Certificate of Competency (CoC) Revalidation - Part A - excluding STCW short courses

For Master, Deck + Engineering officers without qualifying sea time

Course also known as: Continued Competence, Engineer Revalidation, Deck Revalidation, Master Revalidation

The course is approved by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) meeting the requirements for Masters, Deck and Engineer Officer Revalidation.

Revalidate your AMSA-issued Certificate of Competency with Australia's leading maritime training provider. For certificate holders without qualifying sea time.

The subjects covered are:

  • Medical First Aid Refresher Training
  • Medical Care Refresher Training
  • Medical Emergencies Refresher Training
  • Recent Developments in International and National Legislation
  • Vessel Stability Review
  • Cargo Operations and IMDG Code

Please note: a version of this course exists including STCW Short Courses.

Who should participate?

Masters, Deck and Engineer Officers without qualifying sea service. Qualifying sea service is at least 12 months in total during the preceding 5 years before application, or 3 months in total during the preceding 6 months prior to revalidating.

Course Entry Prerequisite

Please note the following prerequisite is for entry onto the course and evidence must be provided upon enrolment:

  • STCW Certificate of Competency for International Waters (Master, Deck and Engineer Officers)

Certification

The following certificate will be issued by AMC to participants who successfully complete* the course:

  • Revalidation Course for Masters and Deck Officers or Engineer Officers– Part A (AMSA approved)

*100% attendance, full participation and completion of all exercises is required.

AMSA Information

The information below is provided to you as a guide only. It is recommended you check with AMSA regarding the current requirements.

Certificate of Medical Fitness: All applicants for revalidation of a Master, Deck or Engineer Officer certificate of competency must hold a valid AMSA seafarer’s certificate of medical fitness issued by an AMSA approved doctor.

GMDSS General Operators Certificate: All applicants for revalidation of a Masters or Deck Officers certificate of competency must hold either a valid AMSA GMDSS GOC or an AMSA GMDSS GOC Certificate of Recognition.

Security Awareness Endorsement: To revalidate a certificate after 31 December 2016 a seafarer must hold a Security Awareness endorsement (STCW Reg VI/6).

ECDIS: To serve on an ECDIS equipped vessel the seafarer must hold an ECDIS endorsement (STCW Reg II/1 & II/2).

Approved By

Australian Maritime Safety Authority 

Accepted By 

Antigua and Barbuda Department of Marine Services and Merchant Shipping  |  Bahamas Maritime Authority  |  Bermuda Shipping and Maritime Authority  |  Maritime Authority of the Cayman Islands  |  Marine Department of Hong Kong  |  Liberian Registry  |  Republic of Marshall Islands Maritime Administrator  |  Panama Maritime Authority.



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  • Duration: 2.5 days
  • AMSA Approved Course
  • Note:

    Due to the uncertainty that has been caused by COVID-19, and in line with the advice from the International Maritime Organization (IMO), AMSA have approved extending STCW certificates by six months. AMSA will do this if satisfied that the person does not meet revalidation requirements due to circumstances beyond their control due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit the AMSA website for advice on how to apply for an extension.

  • Course Options: (GST exempt)
    September 07-09, 2020 | Launceston, TAS | $1,420
    October 21-23, 2020 | Launceston, TAS | $1,420
    December 7-9,2020 | Launceston, TAS | $1,420

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I live in Western Australia however have always travel to the AMC, Launceston to revalidate my CoC due to the professionalism of the AMC Search team, the course material and the Lecturers relevant knowledge of all the subjects. The accommodation and the on campus eating venue are convenient and well-staffed and the simulator centre is excellent. Thank you AMC Search.

Kim Cleggett, Director, International Maritime Services Pty Ltd

Payment methods accepted:

  • Register now and pay later (payment required 15 days before the course starts)
  • Credit Card (online or via (03) 6324-9850)
  • Bank Deposit
  • Company sponsorship.

Detailed payment options will be made available after the registration is submitted.

Face to face courses

Cancellations up to 15 working days prior to the scheduled date will be accepted without penalty. Cancellations less than 15 working days will be subject to 100% cancellation fee.

AMC Search reserves the right to cancel the course 15 working days prior to the scheduled date if insufficient registrations are received. Any fees paid for cancelled courses will be refunded in full.

When making flight bookings please ensure you book on a fully refundable basis.

Online courses

Payment of course fees, or authorisation to invoice from your company, is required before access to the online learning environment is provided. Please note, it will take between 2-4 business days to provide your access to the online course if you have not studied previously with AMC Search, the Australian Maritime College or the University of Tasmania.

  • Course notes and writing materials
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Complimentary WiFi access

Launceston, TAS

Location: Australian Maritime College, Newnham Drive, Newnham, Launceston, Tasmania.

Airport Transfers: Participants arriving at Launceston Airport should make their way to the Australian Maritime College, Newnham Drive, Newnham. Taxi fare from the airport is approximately $55.00.

Parking: Complimentary car parking is provided on campus in areas designated to AMC Search participants and clients.

Launceston Accommodation: On-campus accommodation in Launceston can be reserved via the online enrollment form. Further accommodation information is available here, together with off-campus options.

Norfolk Hall On-campus Accommodation

We offer affordable on-campus accommodation that's ideal if you're taking part in a course at our campus in Launceston, Tasmania.

Norfolk Hall offers Motel Style accommodation for $95 per night (bed only). On-campus accommodation in Launceston can be reserved via the online enrolment form.

Norfolk Hall is situated on the main campus of the Australian Maritime College at Newnham, Launceston, which is where most of our courses take place.

Accommodation at Norfolk Hall provides the following facilities:

  • Queen size beds
  • En-suite facilities
  • Television
  • Fridge
  • Rooms serviced daily (excluding weekends)

Affordable meals are available at the on-site AMC Cafeteria.

You can reserve a room when you register for your course or via email AMCS.courses@utas.edu.au or telephone: +61 3 6324 9850.