This course provides the candidate with the knowledge and skills required to take charge of a medical emergency on board ship, to seek assistance from shore based medical advisers, and carry out medical procedures as directed from shore based medical advisers. The course is conducted entirely at Edith Cowan University Joondalup. Courses offer a combination of theory and practical sessions involving direct lectures from trained medical practitioners. This course meets the requirements of STCW and is AMSA approved.
- Main body structure and functions
- Resuscitation techniques
- Initial patient assessment
- Principles of managing medical emergencies and injuries
- The measures for disease prevention and industrially related medical conditions
- Medical diagnosis of infectious diseases and other conditions which may present at sea and port
- Actions to take in the event of medical emergencies
- Management of alcohol and drug abuse
Prerequisites:
- AMSA approved Medical First Aid on board a vessel
- HLDAID003 Provide First Aid Certificate
Please Note:
Your position will not be confirmed until payment has been received. Course positions are limited. 100% attendance is required.
2020 Dates
Monday 13 April - Friday 17 April (5 day duration)