Comprehensive first aid and CPR techniques and scenarios for those who need a higher level of training to work and respond to emergencies in a marine setting. Course meets the requirements of Transport Canada outlined in Transport Publication (TP) 13008. Designed for any person who wants to obtain a rating certificate, endorsement, or a Master or Officer certification, and for those providing first aid on board a vessel engaged on a near-coastal voyage, class 1, or on board a vessel on unlimited waters. Register now.
Duration
40–44/31–35 hours. Flexible scheduling options.
Instructor
Red Cross First Responder Instructor or Instructor Trainer
Prerequisite
Transport Canada issued Candidate Document Number (CDN)
Completion Requirements
100% attendance, skills demonstration, and 80% min. passing grade on written exam
3-year certification in Marine Advanced First Aid, CPR Level HCP, and AED, and a Transport
Canada certification in Marine Advanced First Aid
Not permitted under federal regulations
Take Home Matrerials
Red Cross Emergency Care Manual
Certification card and optional wall certificate
Course Content
- The responder*
- The emergency scene
- Preventing disease transmission*
- Human body systems
- Assessment
- Respiratory emergencies
- Airway and ventilation
- Circulatory emergencies
- Bleeding
- Shock
- Soft tissue injuries
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Head and spine injuries
- Chest, abdominal, and pelvic injuries
- Sudden illnesses
- Poisoning
- Heat‐ and cold‐ related emergencies
- Special populations*
- Childbirth*
- Crisis intervention*
- Reaching and moving people
- Multiple casualty incidents
- Toxicological hazards aboard ship
- Radio medical advice
- Pharmacology
- Sterilization
Includes any other content required by specific legislation
*topics modified or omitted in the 31-hour course