MT Course Code: 08-38615
STCW Medical Care Refresher
Flag State ApprovalNorway
Flag State ApprovalNorway
Introduction to STCW Medical Care Refresher
The course refreshes the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to provide medical care onboard ship and to maintain competence in accordance with STCW Table A-VI/4-2.
Essential information
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Prerequisites
Participants must provide documentation of a valid Certificate of Competency for deck officers or a valid course certificate in Medical Care in accordance with STCW Table A-VI/4-2. If the competence has expired, participants must document at least 12 months of sea service while holding a valid Certificate of Competency or valid course certificate. The sea service is calculated within the 5 years preceding the course start date.
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Who is it for?
Seafarers who require refresher training for responsibility for medical care onboard ship. Medical Care training is mandatory as part of the education of deck officers.
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Assessment
Participants must pass a written test with a minimum score of 80%. The written assessment is designed so that the 80% pass mark meets the Norwegian Maritime Authority requirement for full achievement of the required competence. All required practical exercises must be completed. Participants are observed individually by the instructor during practical exercises. The instructor assesses whether the participant demonstrates the required knowledge, understanding and skills in accordance with the applicable minimum competence standards.
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Certification
Upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate valid for 5 years in accordance with STCW Table A-VI/4-2.
Course content
Life-Saving First Aid and Medical Care
Life-saving first aid and medical treatment of sick or injured persons onboard.
General Nursing
General nursing principles relevant to patient care onboard ship.
Illness and Disease
Recognition and management of common illnesses and medical conditions.
Medicines and Medical Equipment
Appropriate use of medicines and medical equipment available onboard.
Intravenous Fluid Therapy
Principles and practical considerations for intravenous fluid therapy.
Practical Medical Care
Practical exercises in assessment, treatment and care of patients onboard.
Key Learning Objectives
LO1 - Provide life-saving first aid and appropriate medical care onboard ship.
LO2 - Apply general nursing principles when caring for sick or injured persons onboard.
LO3 - Recognise common illnesses and apply appropriate treatment measures.
LO4 - Use medicines and medical equipment appropriately during onboard medical care
LO5 - Assist with and apply principles of intravenous fluid therapy.
LO6 - Demonstrate practical medical treatment skills in relevant onboard scenarios.
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STCW Medical Care Refresher
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