WMTC Training Calendar
Maritime Training

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Ready to get started? Find your course below. If funding is available, you can apply for a subsidised place first. Otherwise, select Enrol Now to secure your place and continue to payment.

Government-funded training may be available

Eligible Queenslanders may be able to access reduced course fees through Queensland Government programs including Career Start and Career Boost.

Eligibility at a glance

  • Career Start (general training pathway): generally for eligible Queensland residents aged 15+ who are not school students, are not already enrolled in another DTET-funded qualification, and have not completed a Certificate III or higher qualification within thelast 10 years (subject to DTET exclusions and program rules).
  • Career Boost (general training pathway): generally for eligible Queensland residents aged 15+ who are not school students, are not already enrolled in another DTET-funded qualification, and have not completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification within the last 10 years (subject to DTET exclusions and program rules).
  • Residency requirements also apply.
Important
Applying for funding does not guarantee a subsidised place. WMTC must check eligibility against current DTET requirements and may request supporting evidence before confirming a funded enrolment. If funding is not available, students may still be able to enrol at the full course fee.  

Funding link

What happens when a student selects “Apply for Funding”?

  1. Student submits the funding application / enrolment details through the WMTC  pathway.
  2. WMTC checks the student against the applicable DTET eligibility requirements and AISS information, and requests evidence where required.
  3. WMTC confirms whether a funded place can proceed and advises the student of the applicable student contribution / next step.
  4. If the student is not eligible for funding, WMTC can direct them to the full-fee Enrol Now pathway where appropriate.
Commercial / Maritime Courses
Course
Summary
Fees
Links
Course
MAR10424 Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal)
Summary
Develop skills to command and operate eligible vessels up to 12 metres in sheltered and specified waters.
Fees

Full Fee $2,080

Course
MAR30924 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal)
Summary
Develop the skills and knowledge required for relevant Master up to 24 metres near-coastal certification pathways.
Fees

Full Fee: $4395

Funded - non-concession: $2610

Funded - concession: $2125

Course
MAR40324 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations Upgrade (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal)
Summary
Upgrade maritime knowledge and skills for relevant Master up to 45 metres near-coastal certification pathways.
Fees
Course
Long Range Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency
Summary
Operate VHF and MF/HF marine radio equipment under the Long Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency.
Fees
N/A
Course
MAR30824 Certificate III in Maritime Operations Upgrade (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal)
Summary
Fast-track pathway for eligible students who already hold relevant MED Grade 3 units, with credit transfer applied where appropriate.
Fees

Full Fee: $2015

Funded - non-concession: $1270

Funded - concession: $1070

Course
MARSS00048 Coxswain Grade 3 Skill Set
Summary
Build basic seamanship knowledge and skills for operating small domestic commercial vessels in applicable waters.
Fees

Full Fee: $895

Course
MAR30824 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal)
Summary
Develop engineering skills and knowledge for relevant MED Grade 2 near-coastal certification pathways.
Fees

Full Fee: $4230

Funded - non-concession: $2300

Funded - concession: $1720

Course
Whitsunday Bareboat Briefing Operations
Summary
Required training for bareboat briefers and radio operators working with Whitsunday bareboat charter organisations.
Fees
N/A
Course
MAR20424 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal)
Summary
Develop engineering skills and knowledge for relevant MED Grade 3 near-coastal certification pathways.
Fees

Full Fee: $2675

Funded - non-concession: $1380

Funded - concession: $980

Course
MAR20324 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
Summary
Develop the skills and knowledge to command and operate eligible vessels up to 12 metres in applicable near-coastal waters.
Fees

Full Fee: $3020

Funded - non-concession: $1545

Funded - concession: $1080

First Aid Courses
Course
Summary
Fees
Links
Course
HLTAID011/HLTAID015 Provide First Aid & Advance Resuscitation & Oxygen Therapy
Summary
Learn first aid, CPR and oxygen theary skills to respond to an emergency.
Code

Full Fee: $300

Course
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Summary
Learn first aid, CPR and basic life support skills to respond to an emergency.
Code
Course
HLTAID015 Provide Advanced Resuscitation & Oxygen Therapy
Summary
Develop advanced resuscitation skills including oxygen therapy.
Code
Recreational Courses
Course
Summary
Fees
Links
Course
Qld Recreational Boat Licence
Summary
Complete the training required for the Queensland recreational marine driver licence pathway.
Code