AMC Search (Australian Maritime College)
4 days
An intensive 4-day AMSA-approved maritime safety course that equips seafarers with essential survival craft operation skills and emergency response knowledge required by international STCW regulations. Ideal for maritime professionals seeking to meet mandatory safety certifications.
Participants must be at least 18 years of age and hold a valid STCW Certificate of Safety Training. To be eligible for an AMSA-approved certificate, participants must provide evidence of at least 6 months of documented qualifying seagoing service on vessels carrying SOLAS-compliant survival equipment. If you do not hold the required sea service, you will receive an AMC Statement upon course completion.
The course covers comprehensive survival craft operations including lifeboat deployment and management, survival techniques in maritime emergencies, emergency response procedures, and practical exercises in lifesaving appliances. Participants engage in hands-on training covering survival at sea, vessel abandonment protocols, and the operation of survival equipment meeting international maritime safety standards. The curriculum ensures full compliance with STCW Regulation VI/2 and Code Section A-VI/2 requirements.
AMC Search, operated by the Australian Maritime College, is an internationally recognized maritime training provider approved by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). With state-of-the-art facilities in Launceston, Tasmania, and decades of maritime education expertise, AMC Search delivers STCW-compliant courses recognized by major maritime authorities worldwide including Panama, Liberia, Marshall Islands, and Hong Kong. Their commitment to practical, hands-on training ensures participants receive world-class maritime safety education.
Upon successful completion, graduates are qualified to work as deck crew, officers, and maritime professionals on commercial vessels. The CPSC certification is internationally recognized and accepted by major maritime authorities, enabling career advancement in shipping, offshore operations, and maritime industries. Holders can pursue roles in vessel operations, emergency response teams, and maritime safety management positions globally.