Refreshing & Updating for Medical First Aid (MFA)

Objectives

This course covers the mandatory requirements for the issue of Certificate of Refresher & Updating for Proficiency in Medical First Aid, specified in Regulation VI/4, Section A-VI/4, Table A-VI/4-1 of the STCW 1978 as amended 2010.

On successful completion of this course, the participants will refresh and update the necessary knowledge, understanding and proficiency in Medical First Aid to be able to apply First Aid immediately in the event of accident or illness on board.

Entry Standards

• Have followed a course in Proficiency in Medical First Aid under STCW ’78 as amended.
• Have a valid medical certificate issued in accordance with STCW Reg. 1/9, Section A-1/9.