STCW Proficiency in Medical First Aid

COURSE CERTIFICATION

Candidates successfully passing the assessment at the end of the course will receive a certificate issued by the MCA/STCW approved Centre.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Both the theoretical and practical aspects of this course are equally important.  The aim is to give students further knowledge of first aid and is intended for seafarers who are designated to provide medical first aid on board ship.

Practical exercises are backed up theoretical input, and it is important that candidates actively participate if they are to generate the confidence the course is designed to impart.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Students must be at least 16 years old. 

Candidates who possess an Elementary First Aid certificate must undertake this training in full in order to update and extend their knowledge and skills in current first aid medical procedures.

Hand outs will be provided but students may take notes if desired.  As the course goes into medical terminology and has important theoretical input, a good understanding of English is essential.

The practical aspects of the course can be physically demanding and students should be free of any condition that would affect their capacity to participate.  Candidates will also need to bring proof of identity (National Identification/Passport).