This is an MSO & MCA Approved 5 Day Course

This course of training is required if you wish to qualify for a Chief Mates/Masters certificate of competency at sea and / or are in charge of the medical care of personnel aboard their vessel.

If successful, candidates will be awarded a certificate which meets the performance criteria laid down for Medical Care Aboard Ship in accordance with Regulation V1/4 of the annex of the STCW convention and section A-V1/4 (4-2) of the STCW Code and the Merchant Navy (Training and Certification) Regulations 1997.

This course is very comprehensive and includes:

• Nursing principles and clinical examination,
• The respiratory system,
• The urinary system,
• Injuries and wounds,
• The gastrointestinal system,
• Eyes, ear, nose and throat and dental/oral conditions,
• Diseases and spread of infection,
• The female reproductive system,
• Medical care of rescued persons,
• External assistance and the evacuation of patients,

Progress will be assessed through continuous assessment via multiple choice questionnaires during the course and an oral/practical examination on completion.

Course duration is five days .