Master less than 24 metres near coastal
With this certificate you can command a commercial vessel less than 24 metres long.
This certificate will allow you to work as:
- Master on commercial vessels up to 24 metres long within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)
- Chief mate or deck watchkeeper on vessels up to 45 metres long within the EEZ
- Chief mate or deck watchkeeper on vessels up to 100 metres long in inshore waters.
- Undertake the duties and perform the functions of a General Purpose Hand NC and Master (Inland waters) NC.
Eligibility
To be eligible for a Master less than 24 metres near coastal certificate you must:
- Be at least 16 years old on the certificate issue date
- Be able to speak and understand English, including written documents
- Be medically fit for the duties, including eyesight
- Gain any needed sea service
- Complete training.
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Syllabus
Important disclaimer
These instructions are summary information only. We make decisions about seafarer certificates under Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency — national law) 2022.This document has full details of the eligibility and other requirements for certificate applications.
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Last updated:
Monday 4 September 2023