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Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Cookery)
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MAR30324
You have the experience managing galley operations and providing nutritional support to seafarers in challenging maritime environments. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to provide a recognition pathway for your skills. Register your interest to be notified as soon as we can guide your expertise toward formal assessment.
About This Qualification
This qualification applies to persons carrying out marine cook duties on a vessel. This qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Marine Cook by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). Seafarers seeking certification should check the requirements with AMSA.
Qualification Code
MAR30324
Training Package
MAR — Maritime Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate III
Total Units
14 (14 core + 0 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
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Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Marine Cook | Managing all aspects of galley operations, including food planning, ordering, and preparation for crew or passengers aboard a vessel. |
Licensing
STATE SPECIFIC⚠️ Important
This qualification is currently cited as meeting some requirements for certification as a Marine Cook by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). Please note that holding this qualification does not automatically grant a maritime licence or certificate of safety; seafarers should verify all specific requirements directly with AMSA.
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Current resume detailing sea service
- ✓Position descriptions from vessel operators
- ✓Verified sea service logs or discharge papers
Galley Operations
- ✓Menu plans for extended voyages
- ✓Provisioning and stock inventory records
- ✓Dietary requirement and nutrition plans
Food Safety & Hygiene
- ✓HACCP temperature logs and records
- ✓Cleaning schedules for marine galleys
- ✓Food safety supervisor documentation
Maritime Safety
- ✓Emergency drill participation records
- ✓Safety induction checklists
- ✓First aid and firefighting certificates
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Maritime Training Package.
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Marine Engineering (Class 1)
MAR60120
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master Unlimited)
MAR60220
Certificate I
Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal)
MAR10424
Certificate I
Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal)
MAR10224
Certificate II
Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
MAR20324
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