The Australian Maritime and Fisheries Academy will offer the Certificate I in Maritime Operations as the entry-level course of study for its Maritime Industry Pathway programme.

Certificate I in Maritime Operations is an entry level qualification that focuses on working safely in a marine environment and being able to work as a team on board a vessel while undertaking routine deck operations.

Certificate II in Maritime Operations will assist students to fast track their maritime career in either marine engineering or as a deck officer. The units of competency completed during this course will gain credit toward a Coxswain or Marine Engine Driver 3 qualification, when students reach the age of 18 and have spent sufficient time at sea to undertake regulatory examinations. 

Access to a career in the maritime industry can also be facilitated by AMFA's courses in the seafood industry, inshore trading and integrated ratings. People already working in those industries also undertake AMFA courses to increase their knowledge and skills and improve their employment opportunities.