AMC Search (Australian Maritime College)
3 days
Medical First Aid on Board Ship is an AMSA-approved 3-day maritime safety course designed for seafarers to develop critical emergency medical response skills. Participants learn to manage injuries and acute illnesses at sea using specialized medical equipment, meeting international STCW regulations.
Participants must hold a valid STCW Elementary First Aid Certificate and provide evidence of this qualification upon enrolment. No other specific prerequisites are mentioned, though maritime experience or employment in the shipping industry is assumed. Participants should be physically capable of participating in practical exercises and demonstrations throughout the 3-day course.
The course covers emergency medical response procedures specific to maritime environments, including assessment and care of casualties who have been injured at sea or are acutely ill. Participants learn to use specialized medical equipment and items found in the ship's medical outfit that extend beyond standard first aid kits. The training emphasizes practical application of medical knowledge in confined maritime settings and compliance with international STCW regulations and maritime safety codes.
AMC Search, operated by the Australian Maritime College, is a recognized leader in maritime training with AMSA approval and international recognition from multiple maritime authorities. The college provides specialized maritime education with experienced instructors, state-of-the-art facilities, and courses that meet rigorous international maritime safety standards and regulations.
Completion of this course enables maritime professionals to fulfill mandatory medical first aid requirements for seafaring positions. Graduates are qualified to provide emergency medical care aboard vessels, enhancing their employability in commercial shipping, offshore operations, and maritime industries. The AMSA-approved certification is recognized internationally and supports career advancement in maritime roles requiring medical competency.
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