New Zealand Certificate in Fishing Vessel Crewing

Westport Deep Sea Fishing School

Subject area

Marine Craft Operation

Qualification

Duration

30 Weeks

Total student fees

$2,527

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this entry level qualification is to provide the fishing industry with people who are licensed under the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Fishing Vessel Personnel (STCW-F) to work as crew on fishing vessels. They will be able to work under general supervision in the coastal, offshore and unlimited operational limits as specified in the Maritime NZ Seafarer Certification and Operational Limits Framework.

This qualification is for people intending to enter the industry or for fishing crew moving to a role where a Maritime NZ Advanced Deckhand - Fishing certificate may be required.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

Applicants must be either 15 years (with a school exemption), or 16-18 at the time of commencing study. Applicants mush be proficient in the English language (both written and spoken). Enrollment is subject to approval by the Manager of the Westport Deep Sea Fishing School

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

30 Weeks


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$2,527 $2,527
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$6,273 $6,273
Total $8,800 $8,800

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

63%


National Graduate Outcomes

Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:

Median earnings N/A
Earnings range N/A
In employment N/A
In further study N/A
On a benefit N/A

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Phone: (03) 788 8060
Fax: (03) 788 8064
Email: pmaich@deepsea.co.nz
Web: http://www.deepsea.co.nz

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