Proficiency in Medical First Aid (A-VI/4 1-3)

The STCW Proficiency in Medical First Aid module provides knowledge designated to provide medical first aid on board ship the essential education

and training to meet the Knowledge, Understanding and Proficiency (KUP) requirements set out in Table A-VI/4-1

The aim is to ensure designated crew are competent to apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board.

Course Structure

Course Content

Resuscitation

Scene Management

The unconscious casualty

Shock

Bleeding

Wounds and injuries

Burns

Head injuries

Fractures & dislocation

Soft tissue injuries

Spinal injuries

Poisoning

Temperature extremes

Care of the rescued casualty

Medical emergencies

Casualty handling

Communications

Equipment & information

Health & hygiene

Automated External Defibrillator

Useful Information

Local accommodation

There is a wide range of local accommodation, some of which are within walking distance of the training centre to suit everyone’s budget. For a list of local accommodation please click here.

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Monday – Friday: 08.30 – 17.00

Please be aware that online bookings will be confirmed with course joining information within one working day of the booking being made. Confirmation of payment will be received by email.