The aim of this Marine Department approved course is to provide seafarers with both theoretical and practical training on first aid knowledge required at sea. This course meets the mandatory basic safety training requirement – elementary first aid as set out in table A-VI/1-3 and medical first aid and medical care in section A-VI/4 of the STCW Code. It is designed for seamen who are responsible for medical service and first aid on board, and it is also suitable for other maritime service practitioners. This is an approved course under the MATF.
| Mode of Study: | Part time |
| Duration: | 5 days |
| Time: | Monday to Friday : 08:25-16:50 (including one hour lunch break) |
| Entrance Requirement: | Registered local seafarer, person eligible to apply for a seafarer’s employment registration book, or person who is engaging in maritime-related work |
| Venue: | Hong Kong Maritime Institute |
