This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.
Overview
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):
- MEM30719 Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction
- MEM30919 Certificate III in Boating Services
- AUR30520 Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology
- MST30220 Certificate III in Manufactured Textile Products
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Financial help
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Government funding is not available for this course.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
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On-the-job training
- Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Qualification only:
6 months – 2 years
- Qualification only:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Classify recreational boating technologies and features | Core |
| Follow work procedures to maintain the marine environment | Core |
| Maintain quality of environment by following marina codes | Core |
| Organise and communicate information | Core |
| Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | Core |
| Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | Core |
| Work safely on marine craft | Core |
| Analyse and present research information | Elective |
| Analyse big data | Elective |
| Apply business risk management processes | Elective |
| Apply communication strategies in the workplace | Elective |
| Apply critical thinking to work practices | Elective |
| Apply digital solutions to work processes | Elective |
| Apply fibre-reinforced materials | Elective |
| Articulate, present and debate ideas | Elective |
| Assess competence | Elective |
| Assess competence in an online environment | Elective |
| Build and maintain business relationships | Elective |
| Carry out mechanical cutting | Elective |
| Carry out trip preparation and planning | Elective |
| Check operational capability of marine craft | Elective |
| Check operational capability of sails and sail operating equipment | Elective |
| Collaborate in creative processes | Elective |
| Communicate effectively as a workplace leader | Elective |
| Contribute to assessment | Elective |
| Contribute to organisational mental health response in the context of disruptive events | Elective |
| Coordinate business operational plans | Elective |
| Coordinate business resources | Elective |
| Create a customer-centric culture | Elective |
| Demonstrate leadership in the workplace | Elective |
| Design and develop assessment tools | Elective |
| Design and develop plans for vocational training | Elective |
| Design and produce business documents | Elective |
| Develop and implement workplace sustainability plans | Elective |
| Develop and use emotional intelligence | Elective |
| Develop cyber hygiene best practice plan | Elective |
| Develop cyber security insider threat and risk response plans | Elective |
| Develop employee cyber security risk profiles | Elective |
| Develop personal work priorities | Elective |
| Facilitate continuous improvement | Elective |
| Facilitate distance-based training | Elective |
| Facilitate e-learning | Elective |
| Facilitate vocational training | Elective |
| Facilitate workplace-based learning | Elective |
| Fair and shape surfaces | Elective |
| Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | Elective |
| Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | Elective |
| Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | Elective |
| Implement customer service strategies | Elective |
| Integrate core skills support into training and assessment | Elective |
| Integrate employability skills support into training and assessment | Elective |
| Interpret technical drawing | Elective |
| Lead and facilitate a team | Elective |
| Lead difficult conversations | Elective |
| Lead effective workplace relationships | Elective |
| Lead personal development | Elective |
| Lead team effectiveness | Elective |
| Lead the development of diverse workforces | Elective |
| Maintain a file in a legal services environment | Elective |
| Maintain financial records | Elective |
| Maintain marine vessel surfaces | Elective |
| Maintain training and assessment information | Elective |
| Make presentations | Elective |
| Manage personal health and wellbeing | Elective |
| Mark off/out (general engineering) | Elective |
| Mark off/out structural fabrications and shapes | Elective |
| Mentor in the workplace | Elective |
| Operate mobile load shifting equipment | Elective |
| Organise business meetings | Elective |
| Participate in assessment validation | Elective |
| Participate in quality audits | Elective |
| Perform computations | Elective |
| Perform engineering measurements | Elective |
| Perform general woodworking machine operations | Elective |
| Perform manual heating and thermal cutting | Elective |
| Perform routine gas metal arc welding | Elective |
| Perform routine manual metal arc welding | Elective |
| Perform soft soldering | Elective |
| Plan and implement individual support plans for learners with disability | Elective |
| Plan and implement organisational cyber security insider threat prevention strategies | Elective |
| Plan work activities | Elective |
| Plan, organise and facilitate online learning | Elective |
| Promote innovation in team environments | Elective |
| Promote products and services | Elective |
| Provide work skill instruction | Elective |
| Refuel vessels | Elective |
| Report on financial activity | Elective |
| Respond to boating emergencies and incidents | Elective |
| Safely operate a mechanically powered recreational boat | Elective |
| Support organisational response to disruption | Elective |
| Support the learning and development of teams and individuals | Elective |
| Undertake manual handling | Elective |
| Undertake project work | Elective |
| Use big data for operational decision making | Elective |
| Use foundation skills resources, strategies and advice | Elective |
| Use hand tools | Elective |
| Use nationally recognised training products to meet vocational training needs | Elective |
| Use power tools/hand held operations | Elective |
| Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials | Elective |
| Write complex documents | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate IV in Boating Services sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Boat Builder and Repairer
ANZSCO 399111
Boat Builder and Repairers build, repair and modify boats.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Shipwright
ANZSCO 399112
Shipwrights construct, fit out and repair ships.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV
Training providers delivering Certificate IV in Boating Services
It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.
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AUSTRALIAN COLLEGE OF PIONEERS PTY LTD (RTO code 46326)
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How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
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Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
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There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
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You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
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What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.