Updated Proficiency in Medical Care Aboard Ship

£474 GBP(incl. VAT)

Course Type:

STCW ➜ Updated Proficiency in Medical Care

Training School:

East Coast College, Lowestoft

Location:

Lowestoft, Suffolk, United Kingdom

Duration:

3 days

Language:

English

This 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.

These standards are approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).

This course is very comprehensive and includes:

• Nursing principles and clinical examination
• The respiratory system
• The urinary systemInjuries 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.

Entry Requirements

A Medical First Aid Aboard Ship Certificate
A Medical Care Aboard Ship Certificate

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