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Certificate of Marine Aquaculture

The Certificate of Marine Aquaculture is a professional development course offering a comprehensive introduction to the management and operation of marine aquaculture enterprises. On completion of this course, you will have the confidence to support marine aquaculture operations.
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Study Hours
50 hours
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Course Access
12 Months

As demand for sustainable seafood increases, marine aquaculture offers opportunities for employment, business development and food production. Whether you are looking for career opportunities or want to start your own aquaculture business, this course is ideal for you.

The Certificate of Marine Aquaculture is a professional development course offering a comprehensive introduction to the management and operation of marine aquaculture enterprises.

In this aquaculture course, you will learn about marine production systems, species selection, business planning, nutrition, health management, and harvesting operations. You will also explore the commercial production of finfish, crustaceans, molluscs, seaweeds, and aquatic algae.

You will also develop an understanding of water quality, feeding strategies, biosecurity, disease management, product quality and industry regulations.

On completion of this course, you will have the confidence to support marine aquaculture operations.

Printed learning materials may be available free to print for this course. Requests can be made by contacting us. 

Course Structure
Unit 1: Introduction to Marine Aquaculture Systems
  • Overview of the Australian aquaculture industry
  • Marine vs freshwater aquaculture systems
  • Open systems (e.g. sea cages, longlines)
  • Closed and semi-closed systems (RAS, ponds, tanks)
  • Site selection and environmental factors
  • Water quality parameters and monitoring
  • Sustainability and environmental impacts
  • Regulatory frameworks and licensing in Australia
Unit 2: Aquaculture Business Planning and Operations
  • Industry markets and supply chains
  • Feasibility assessment and site evaluation
  • Business planning and enterprise models
  • Licensing, permits, and compliance obligations
  • Infrastructure and equipment requirements
  • Workforce planning and WHS considerations
  • Costing, budgeting, and financial management
  • Risk management and biosecurity planning
Unit 3: Species Selection and Production Categories
  • Principles of species selection
  • Environmental suitability and carrying capacity
  • Market demand and product value
  • Finfish production (e.g. barramundi, salmon, tuna)
  • Crustacean production (e.g. prawns, yabbies, lobsters)
  • Mollusc production (e.g. oysters, mussels, abalone)
  • Seaweeds and aquatic algae production
  • Emerging species and diversification opportunities
Unit 4: Nutrition, Feeding, and Growth Management
  • Nutritional requirements of aquatic species
  • Feed types (pellets, live feed, formulated diets)
  • Diet formulation principles
  • Feeding methods and systems
  • Growth rates and feed conversion ratios (FCR)
  • Monitoring feeding behaviour and waste
  • Sustainable feed ingredients and alternatives
  • Record keeping and performance tracking
Unit 5: Health Management, Diseases, and Pharmaceuticals
  • Principles of aquatic animal health management
  • Common diseases in finfish, crustaceans, and molluscs
  • Parasites and infestation management
  • Environmental stress and its impact on health
  • Disease prevention and biosecurity protocols
  • Use of pharmaceuticals and therapeutants
  • Vaccination and treatment methods
  • Reporting, compliance, and ethical considerations
Unit 6: Harvesting, Post-Harvest Handling, and Product Quality
  • Harvest planning and timing
  • Harvesting methods for different species
  • Handling techniques to minimise stress and damage
  • Grading and sorting
  • Post-harvest processing and storage
  • Cold chain management
  • Product quality standards and food safety
  • Transport, distribution, and market preparation
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Estimated Duration
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Assessment

Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.

Approval and Recognition

Australian Online Courses Pty Ltd is an approved and recognised member of IARC. The IARC is an International association that recognises quality and excellence in tertiary education providers.

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Career Outcomes

Professional Development for:-

  • Aquaculture Farm Hand
  • Aquaculture Technician
  • Hatchery Assistant
  • Seafood Processing Worker
  • Marine Monitoring Technician
  • Fisheries Support Officer
I highly recommend studying with Australian Online Courses they were supportive and provided flexible study options.
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Certificate of Marine Aquaculture
June 2026
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A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.

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There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18 with a competent level of English. For those under 18, please complete the Parent/Guardian Consent Form before enrolling.

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This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.

No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.

Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.

Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.

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