Elgibility Requirements |
Guidelines for Deck Officers |
Guidelines for Engineers
STCW78, as amended | Marine Engineer - Marine Engine Driver Guide
Guidelines for the Requirements for Certificates of Competency for Deck Officers
Possible eligibility for an AMSA Marine Qualification for Deck Officers can be checked by clicking on the appropriate Certificate link below.
| Certificate | Corresponding Marine Orders Reference |
|---|---|
| Master | Marine Orders Part 3, Seagoing Qualifications, Section D, Clause 25.1.1 & 25.1.2 applies |
| Master (<3000 GT) | Marine Orders Part 3, Seagoing Qualifications, Section D, Clause 25.2 applies |
| Master (<500 GT) | Marine Orders Part 3, Seagoing Qualifications, Section D, Clause 25.3 applies |
| Chief Mate | Marine Orders Part 3, Seagoing Qualifications, Section D, Clause 25.4.1 & 25.4.2 applies |
| Chief Mate (<3000 GT) | Marine Orders Part 3, Seagoing Qualifications, Section D, Clause 25.5 applies |
| Chief Mate (<500 GT) | Marine Orders Part 3, Seagoing Qualifications, Section D, Clause 25.6.1 & 25.6.2 applies |
| Watchkeeper (Deck) | Marine Orders Part 3, Seagoing Qualifications, Section D, Clause 25.7 applies |
Disclaimer:
Applicants should note that actual eligibility for an AMSA certificate
can only be determined after formal assessment and verification of existing qualifications and
sea service. Fees apply for the processing of assessments of
sea time by AMSA Examiners and for the conduct of oral exams and issue
of certificates.
The legislative framework covering Marine Qualifications may change from
time to time. While every effort is made to ensure that this document reflects
the current requirements of the relevant legislation, it is possible
that the document may not fully reflect current formal requirements.
Please contact
your nearest AMSA
Office should you have any further queries.