This course is a requirement for seafarers wishing to progress at sea as a rating or become an Officer of the Watch (OOW).

The course is very comprehensive and includes:

• Construction and functions of the various parts of the human body
• Medical stores carried on ships
• General principles relating to pharmacology
• The principles for dealing with accidents or other medical emergencies
• The application of immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness

The assessment consists of continuous assessment through multiple questionaires during the course and an oral/practical examination on day three.

If successful, candidates will be awarded a certificate which meets the performance criteria laid down for Medical First Aid Aboard Ship in accordance with Regulation V1/4 of the annex of the STCW convention and section A -V1/4 (1-3) of the STCW Code and the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations 1997. These standards are approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).

Duration: 4 Days

Fees: £385 +VAT (£462 incl VAT)

Course Dates:

• 12-15 March 2012
• 16-19 July 2012
• 10-13 September 2012
• 05-08 November 2012

This course of training is required if you wish to qualify for a Chief Mates/Masters certificate of competency at sea. 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 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 through multiple choice questionnaires during the course and an oral/practical examination on completion.

Pre-requisites

Medical First Aid Aboard Ship certificate. When applying for a refresher course candidates must be in possession of a current certificate.

Duration: 5 Days - Full-time, Refresher 3 Days

Fees:

Medical Care Aboard Ship - £545 (£654 incl VAT)

Medical Care Aboard Ship Refresher - £375 (£450 incl VAT)

Course Dates:

Medical Care Aboard Ship

13-17 February 2012

24-28 September 2012

Medical Care Aboard Ship Refresher

16-18 January 2012

22-24 October 2012

This course forms part of the basic training required for all persons wishing to commence a career at sea.

The objective of the training is to give all persons intending to go to sea a basic knowledge of the immediate action to be taken upon encountering an accident or other medical emergency aboard ship.

If successful, candidates will be awarded a certificate which meets the criteria laid down for Elementary First Aid Aboard Ship in accordance with Section V1/1 of the STCW code. The training forms part of the requirements for basic training for seafarers employed or engaged in any capacity on board ship. The training must be undertaken before new entrants are assigned to any such shipboard duties. The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) approve these standards.

Duration: 1 Day

Fees: £150.00 (£180 incl VAT)

Course Dates:

• 3 February 2012
• 02 March 2012
• 23 March 2012
• 27 April 2012
• 18 May 2012
• 22 June 2012
• 20 July 2012
• 10 August 2012
• 12 October 2012
• 21 December 2012

These courses satisfy the requirements of the "First Aid on Offshore Installations" Regulations.

Delegates gain hands-on experience in dealing with:

• Resuscitators
• Entonox
• Stretchers and casualty handling aids
• Triage and evacuation group activities

The four day Offshore First Aid includes a multiple casualty simulation

A comprehensive manual is supplied together with additional handout material covering recent developments, including the use of resuscitators and the administering of entonox.

Successful candidates will be issued with an HSC Certificate in Offshore First Aid, which is valid for three years.

Pre-requisites

There are no specific entry requirements for the Offshore First Aid courses. When applying for a refresher course, candidates must be in possession of a current certificate.

If the certificate is out of date for a short period the HSE may allow a dispensation so a refresher course can be taken - during this period the candidate cannot practice first aid.

Duration: Offshore First Aid - 4 Days
Offshore First Aid Refresher - 2 Days

Fees:
Offshore First Aid - £445 + VAT
Offshore First Aid Refresher - £365 + VAT
Offshore First Aid Advanced - £462.00 + VAT

Course Dates:

Offshore First Aid Full

• 08-11 May 2012

HSE Offshore First Aid Refresher

• 02-03 July 2012

HSE Offshore First Aid Advanced

• 20 January 2012

This course covers the practical skills needed by a first aider in the modern workplace and complies with the current Health and Safety (first aid) Regulations 1981.

The course gives candidates the confidence and knowledge to deal with first aid emergencies and is for nominated workplace first aiders, or anyone wanting a comprehensive introduction to first aid. Course content includes:

• Accidents and illness
• Using a first aid kit
• Simple record keeping
• Treatment of an unconscious casualty
• Heart attacks
• Resuscitation
• Shock
• Choking
• Bleeding
• Burns and scalds
• Poisoning
• Fractures
• Seizures
• Asthma
• Severe allergic reaction
• Eye injuries
• Low blood sugar
• Fainting

Candidate will undertake a final assessment and if successful, receive an HSE approved certificate valid for three years.

Duration - 3 Days

Fees - £242 (£290.40 incl VAT)

Course Dates

• 06-08 February 2012
• 16-18 April 2012
• 11-13 June 2012
• 7-9 August 2012
• 1-3 October 2012
• 3-5 December 2012

First Aid at Work Requalification
This course is for people who currently hold a valid First Aid at Work certificate and need to renew it for another 3 years. Candidates will undertake a final assessment and if successful, receive an HSE approved certificate valid for three years.

Duration - 2 Days

Fees - £165 (£198 incl VAT)

Course Dates

• 26-27 March 2012
• 18-19 June 2012
• 08-09 October 2012

This course is for people who require an emergency first aid at work (EFAW) certificate to comply with HSE requirements. HSE approved and certified course. Course content includes:

• The role of the first aider
• communicating with a casualty
• contents of first aid kits (and avoid cross infection)
• recording of incidents and accidents
• assess the situation and circumstances in order to act safely, promptly and effectively in an emergency
• administer first aid to a casualty who;
  • is unconscious
  • requires cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
  • is choking
  • is wounded or bleeding
  • is in shock
  • has minor conditions - to include: minor cuts, grazes and bruises, minor burns & scalds, small splinters

Successful candidates will be awarded an HSE approved Emergency First Aid at work (EFAW) certificate, valid for 3 years.

Duration:1 Day

Fees:£105 (£126 incl VAT)

Course Dates:

• 21 December 2011
• 06 January 2012