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Joemarine Institute Of Nautical Studies

MEDICAL CARE (STCW A-VI/4-2)

This course is designed to meet the requirements of the 2010 STCW Convention with Manila Amendments, Chapter VI, Section A-VI/4, and Table A-VI/4-2. On meeting the minimum standard of competence on Medical care in the event of accident or illness on board. The trainee will be competent to participate effectively in co-ordinate schemes for medical assistance on ships at sea and to provide the sick or injured with a satisfactory standard of medical care while they remain on board

Course Contents:

  • First Aid – Revision
  • Care of Casualties
  • Aspects of Nursing
  • Diseases
  • Alcohol and Drug Abuse
  • Dental Care
  • Gynaecology and Pregnancy
  • Medical Care of Rescued Persons, including Distress, Hypothermia and Cold Exposure
  • Death at Sea
  • Environmental Control on Board Ship
  • Disease Prevention
  • Keeping of Records
  • Medicines and Medical Equipment
  • Surgical Equipment, Instruments and Supplies etc.

Entry Requirements:

  • Candidate must be above 18 years
  • Possess Valid Seafarer Medical
  • Valid Means of Identification
  • 2 Recent Photographs