Ancillary certificates of proficiency
Seafarers may need ancillary proficiencies to obtain or maintain New Zealand certificates of competency, certificates of proficiency, and some endorsements.
These ancillary proficiencies range from basic personal safety for all seafarers to specific training for seafarers with designated passenger or security responsibilities and duties.
Ancillary certificates of proficiency are usually issued by training providers once you complete an approved or accepted course. The Director of Maritime NZ approves or accepts these courses.
The standards for ancillary proficiencies are set out in the schedule to Maritime Rules Part 32 – Seafarer certification.