Certificate IV in Boating Services-117261G

Certificate IV in Boating Services

Australian College of Pioneers

CRICOS CodeCRICOS Code:117261G
RTO CodeRTO Code:MEM40222
Course TypeCourse Type:Certificate IV
PrivatePrivate
Small-scaleSmall-scale
Australian College of Pioneers
2026
  • Total Tuition Fee28,000 AUD
  • Fee Per Academic Year15,489 AUD
  • Course Duration1.8 Year (94 weeks)
  • Last Updated07-11-2025

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  1. 1

    Prepare Materials (School Application)

    • Organize academic and language materials based on the list of target courses and schools.
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    • Name the electronic versions of documents uniformly (in English) for easy reuse in subsequent visa applications.
  2. 2

    Briefing on School-Arranged Interview (if applicable)

    • Submit application materials, including transcripts, passport, and English proficiency proof, to the State Department of Education.
    • School review: The Department of Education recommends schools based on the student's situation, and the school arranges an interview after its review.
    • Interview notification: An email will specify the interview time, method (usually Zoom or Teams), and preparation details.
    • Interview content: A conversation in English including self-introduction, interests, academic situation, future plans, and a comprehensive assessment of learning habits, adaptability, reasons for coming to Australia, etc. The duration is approximately 15-30 minutes.
  3. 3

    Submit School Application

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    • Submit supplementary documents as required and track the admission progress (Conditional/Unconditional Offer).
    • After meeting the conditions, pay the tuition deposit and complete the acceptance procedure (Accept Offer).
  4. 4

    Obtain CoE and Arrange OSHC

    • The school issues the CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment).
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  5. 5

    Visa Document Preparation (Subclass 500)

    • Organize documents for finances, GTE, English proficiency, and medical examination, ensuring consistency with the chosen course.
    • Check the letterheads, dates, translation formats, and certification requirements of visa documents.

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For example, if a school's visa assessment level is 2, the applicant will face more restrictions and be required to provide more written evidence, such as proof of language proficiency and financial capacity.

ClassificationCertificate Classification

  • Scheme

    ANZSCO Identifier

  • Reference Id

    399100

  • Certificate Classification

    Boat Builders And Shipwrights

  • Scheme

    ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier

  • Reference Id

    0317

  • Certificate Classification

    Maritime Engineering And Technology

  • Scheme

    Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier

  • Reference Id

    511

  • Certificate Classification

    Certificate IV in

  • Scheme

    Nationally Recognised Training Type

  • Reference Id

    11

  • Certificate Classification

    Qualification

DescriptionsCertificate Qualification

This qualification defines the advanced skills and knowledge required of an employee who works within boating services industry.

The advanced skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of boating services work including the general maintenance of structures, hulls, engines and on board mechanical work. It also includes maintaining the marine environment.

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. While there is no qualification entry requirement, it is assumed that the learner is either already a tradesperson with access to structured on and off-the-job training or is an apprentice under an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement. It should not be used as a pre-employment or pre-apprenticeship program.

In some jurisdictions, units in this qualification may relate to licensing or regulatory requirements. Licensing and regulatory information is included in the relevant units of competency.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. Local regulations should be checked.

The minimum requirements for this qualification can also be met by holders of one of the following qualifications or equivalent with the completion of additional units of competency drawn from two (2) units from Group D not already held and five (5) units from Group B (note that the seven (7) additional competencies must be units not included in the Certificate III qualification already held):

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