Certificate of Safety Training (CoST) STCW

Course also known as:Sea Safety, STCW 95, Basic Safety Training

An AMSA issued Certificate of Safety Training (CoST) STCW is the mandatory minimum requirement in order to serve on board vessels in international waters.

Our Certificate of Safety Training STCW course consists of the following short courses, which are everything you need to gain an AMSA certificate (please note that many STCW courses offered in Australia are not comprehensive as they do not include courses such as Elementary First Aid):

Who should participate?

Anyone wishing to serve on board a vessel in international waters needs an Certificate of Safety Training - STCW.

Those wishing to work on an Australian-registered vessel must complete an AMSA-approved course. Please note that many STCW courses offered in Australia are not AMSA-approved and therefore do not qualify you to work in Australia.

Certification

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

Basic Safety Training (AMSA approved), meeting the requirements of:

  • Elementary First Aid (STCW Reg VI/1 and Code Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-3)
  • Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (STCW Reg VI/1 and Code Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-2)
  • Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (STCW Reg VI/1 and Code Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-4)
  • Personal Survival Techniques (STCW Reg VI/1 and Code Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-1)
  • Security Awareness Training (STCW Reg VI/6 and Code Section A-VI/6, Table A-VI/6-1)

*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 MARF006 Observe personal safety and social responsibility, MARF008 Prevent and fight fires on board a vessel, MARF009 Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and MARF003 Security Awareness Training. MARF006, MARF008, MARF009, MARF003 are nationally recognised units of competency under the Australian Maritime College (RTO ID 60131).

AMSA Information

The Certificate of Safety Training STCW is issued by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).

To obtain this Certificate, you need to apply to AMSA presenting copies of your AMC Certificates for:

  • Basic Safety Training; or
  • Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting
  • Personal Survival Techniques
  • Personal Safety & Social Responsibility
  • Elementary First Aid
  • Security Awareness Training

Along with a completed AMSA form and fee. Find out more from AMSA.


  • Duration: 9 days plus online
  • AMSA Approved Course
  • Course Options: (GST exempt)
    February 03-14, 2020 | Launceston, TAS | $2,310
    June 15-25, 2020 | Launceston, TAS | $2,310
    October 12-20, 2020 | Launceston, TAS | $2,310

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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.

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.

  • Course notes and writing materials
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Inter-campus transfers
  • 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.

Sydney, NSW

Location: AMC Sydney, inside the Australian National Maritime Museum, Darling Harbour, Sydney.

Address: 2 Murray Street, Darling Harbour, Sydney, NSW 2000.