Medical Care for Shipmasters
Information about the course
A one week internationally recognized and AMSA approved course is offered in conjunction with Challenger TAFE and Fremantle Emergency Department.
The purpose of this course is to provide competency based training in emergency first aid and medical response in the shipboard environment.
On successful completion, learners will be able to take charge of a medical emergency on board a ship, seek assistance from shore based medical advisers and carry out medical procedures as directed from shore based medical advisers.
What will be covered in this course?
The content covered during this one week intensive course is:
- Physiology
- Resuscitation techniques
- Patient assessment
- Management of medical emergencies
- Management of injuries
- Industrial related medical conditions
- Prevention of disease in seafarers
- Management of central nervous system and cardiovascular disorders
- Management of infectious diseases
- Surgical emergencies
- Management of sexually transmitted diseases
- Care of dying or dead on board ship
- Management of alcohol or drug abuse patients
- Radio medical advice
- Quarantine procedures
- Shipboard hygiene and health education
- Marine medical publications
- Role of Ships medical officer
Where is the course held?
Royal Flying Doctor Service Western Operations
3 Eagle Drive
Jandakot WA 6164
How long is the course?
Seven days plus an evening practical session at the Fremantle Emergency Department
Who should enrol in this course?
Any person requiring an AMSA approved Medical Care on Board Ship Certificate or persons interested in acquiring the knowledge and skills to manage a medical emergency in a remote location.
How much will it cost?
$1300 including tuition and text book.
How do I register?
Do you need to contact us?
Email: training@rfdswestops.com.au
Telephone: 08 9417 6300
RFDS Western Operations
3 Eagle Drive
Jandakot WA 6164
Last Updated: 13/11/2008