Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft (CPSC)

STCW

Course also known as: PSC, CPSC, PSCRB

Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft (CPSC) is designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge required to perform survival craft operations as required during shipboard emergency response situations.

Course Entry Prerequisite

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

  • At minimum an STCW issued Certificate of Safety Training

Note: To be eligible for the issue of an AMSA approved certificate, participants must supply evidence of 6 months sea service on company letterhead. If you do not hold the required sea service, you will be issued with an AMC Statement.

Certification

The following certificate will be issued by AMC to participants who successfully complete* the course and provide evidence of sea service:

  • Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft other than Fast Rescue Boats (AMSA approved), meeting the requirements of STCW Reg VI/2 and Code Section A-VI/2, Table A-VI/2-1

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

Australian residents who successfully complete this course will also receive a Statements of Attainment for MARF043 Operate survival craft and other lifesaving appliances and MARF046 Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment. MARF043 and MARF046 are nationally recognised units of competency under the Australian Maritime College (RTO ID 60131).

Approved By

Australian Maritime Safety Authority

AMSA Information: The information below is provided to you as a guide only. It is recommended you check with AMSA regarding the current requirements.
AMSA eligibility requirements:
  1. Be at least 18 years of age; and
  2. Have completed at least 6 months documented qualifying seagoing service on vessels carrying survival equipment suitable for use on SOLAS vessels.

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: 4 days
  • AMSA Approved Course
  • Course Options: (GST exempt)
    28-31 October 2024 | Launceston, TAS | $2,445 Join Waitlist
    11-14 November 2024 | Launceston, TAS | $2,445 Join Waitlist
    03-06 March 2025 | Launceston, TAS | $2,520
    05-08 May 2025 | Launceston, TAS | $2,520
    18-21 August 2025 | Launceston, TAS | $2,520
    04-07 November 2025 | Launceston, TAS | $2,520
    02-05 December 2025 | Launceston, TAS | $2,520
  • Course available on demand

    This course is available on demand, delivered at various locations. To express interest, please contact us.

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AMC Search (AMCS) is operating a COVID-Safe campus aligned with the protocols and procedures established by the University of Tasmania. The safety and wellbeing of staff, students and the broader community is an absolute priority for the University of Tasmania.

We strongly encourage everyone to remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations but no longer require our students to be vaccinated to come to our university campuses, facilities or events.

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 are available here.

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.

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 $100 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.