The Medical Care On Board Ship Refresher Course is designed for seafarers who already hold a valid Medical Care On Board Ship Certificate (STCW A-VI/4-2) that is nearing expiry. This refresher programme renews certification and reinforces participants’ competence to deliver medical care on board vessels when advanced healthcare support is not immediately available.
To enroll, trainees must have previously completed the Medical First Aid On Board Ship Course (STCW A-VI/4-1).
Why Choose This Course
- Maintain Certification – Required to continue performing shipboard medical duties.
- Updated Knowledge – Includes latest IMO and medical guideline updates.
- Hands-On Renewal – Reinforces advanced clinical and emergency skills.
What You Will Learn
Refresher topics include:
- First Aid review
- Casualty care and patient assessment
- Aspects of nursing and extended patient care
- Treatment of common and serious diseases
- Alcohol and drug abuse management
- Dental care, gynaecology and pregnancy considerations
- Medical care of rescued persons (trauma, hypothermia, cold exposure)
- Procedures for handling death at sea
- Environmental and hygiene control on board
- Disease prevention strategies
- Medicines and medical equipment use
- Surgical instruments and supplies
- Obtaining and applying external medical assistance (radio medical advice)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
Who Should Attend
This course is intended for certificated officers and shipboard personnel, including ratings on port-limit vessels (such as helmsmen), who need to renew their Medical Care On Board Ship certification.
Course Details
- Duration: 3 days
- Time: 9.00 am – 6.00 pm (each day) (excludes time for remediation and reassessment if required)
- Prerequisite: Valid Medical Care On Board Ship Certificate (STCW A-VI/4-2)
- Accreditation: Complies with STCW Section A-VI/4-2 refresher requirements
Group Enrolment: Arrange private group maritime medical training in Malaysia (minimum 6 participants required).
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*Course fees are subject to 8% SST.
