This programme is nationally accredited on the Fiji Qualifications Framework (FQF) by the Fiji Higher Education Commission (FHEC), and is also registered on the Pacific Register of Qualifications and Standards (PRQS).

Description
The Certificate IV in Fisheries Enforcement and Compliance qualification provides the technical and practical skills and knowledge expected of competent MCS Officers. The programme covers curricula that comply with standards of competency related to demonstrating knowledge of the Western and Central Pacific Ocean (WCPO) Fishery, MCS concepts and legal frameworks. This programme also helps students to apply MCS tools to effective fisheries management and contribute to effective MCS activities as well as operational planning and coordination. In addition, students will be able to contribute to regional cooperation’s in MCS activities and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements.

Career Opportunities
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include but not limited
to:
• Fisheries Officer
• Fisheries Compliance Officer

Length of Programme
Part-Time: 1 year

Eligibility/Admission Requirements
To be admitted to this programme, a person shall have:

i. Pass in Year 12 or equivalent with 2 years field experience
ii. Met the mature student criteria with relevant work experience

Description
The Certificate IV in Coastal Fisheries and Aquaculture Compliance qualification provides the technical skills and knowledge expected of competent Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS) officers. The programme covers curricula that complies with standards of competency related to working effectively as a coastal fisheries and aquaculture compliance officer, verifying and monitoring aquaculture and coastal fisheries operations, undertaking community engagement activities and contributing to effective MCS activities.

Career Opportunities
Major possible job titles relevant to this qualification include but are not limited to:
• Fisheries Officer
• Compliance Officer
• Fish Warden
• Community Fisheries Officer
• Aquaculture Officer
• Aquaculture Monitoring Assistant
• Fisheries Enforcement Officer
• Coastal Surveillance Officer
• Aquaculture Surveillance Officer

Length of Programme
Part Time: 1 year

Eligbility/Admission Requirements
Entry requirement for this programme is:

i. Pass in Year 12 or equivalent with 2 years field experience; or
ii. Met mature student criteria with relevant work experience

Course Information
This programme has a total of four (4) courses.

Description
The Diploma in Fisheries Investigation and Prosecution qualification is an advanced qualification for the two existing Certificate IV
programmes addressing monitoring, control, surveillance and enforcement currently on offer. This programme will provide the technical and practical skills and knowledge to enable fisheries and other regulatory personnel address illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing, a key threat to the Pacific’s marine ecosystems. It also supports the development of stronger Investigation and Prosecution knowledge, skills and competence, building on the core competencies of monitoring, control, surveillance and enforcement officers in the region in addressing national fisheries related offences. In addition, this programme as a whole and its courses could provide an important contribution to fisheries sustainable management and address criminal activity occurring in the high seas under the current
governance structures in the region.

Career Opportunities
Major possible job titles relevant to this qualification include but are not limited to:
• Fisheries Officer
• Fisheries Compliance Officer
• Police Officer
• Naval Officer

Length of Programme
Part Time: 1.5 years

Eligibility/Admission Requirements

i. Pass in Senate recognized Year 12 or equivalent with English; and
ii. Minimum of two years of relevant work experience; or
iii. Completed relevant Certificate IV in Fisheries qualification; or
iv. Met the mature student admission criteria

Course Information
This programme has a total of four (5) courses.