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Updated Proficiency in Medical Care Aboard Ship

£474 GBP (incl. VAT)

Course Type:
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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East Coast College, Lowestoft

St Peters Street
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR32 2NB
United Kingdom

Tel: (+44) 01502525025
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