Find out more about career path options for master and deck officers.
The diagram below provides an overview of the various options that are available to Master and deck officers that include both Diploma and Advanced Diploma pathways.
Comparison between Marine Order 71 and Marine Order 74
Subject to conditions listed holders of an AMSA certificate of competency issued under Marine Order 71 will meet requirements for issue of a Marine Order 74 certificate.
| Marine Order 71 certificate of competency | Conditions | Marine Order 74 certificate of competency that could be issued |
|---|---|---|
| Deck watchkeeper less than 500 GT | Meet sea service requirements and undertake separate orals examination. | Deck watchkeeper less than 3000 GT (yachts) |
| Mate less than 500 GT | Meet sea service requirements and undertake separate orals examination. Hold ECDIS certificate. | Chief mate less than 3000 GT (Yachts) |
| Deck watchkeeper | Meet sea service requirements and undertake separate orals examination. Hold ECDIS certificate. | Chief mate less than 3000 GT (yachts) |
| Chief mate less than 3000 GT | Meet sea service requirements and undertake separate orals examination. Hold ECDIS certificate. | Master less than 3000 GT (yachts) |
| Master less than 500 GT | Meet sea service requirements and undertake separate orals examination. Hold ECDIS certificate. | Master less than 3000 GT (yachts) |
Last updated: 1 July 2024