RYA Marine First Aid course

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Denia, Spain

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Practical, marine-specific first aid training in one day

Accepted by MCA, RYA, and World Sailing

Covers CPR, drowning protocol, hypothermia, and onboard emergencies

Includes real-life scenarios for confined spaces and vessel environments

Ideal for sailors, powerboaters, and commercial small-vessel crew

RYA Marine First Aid Course Focuses on Emergency Care for Small Craft and Offshore Sailing

A specialized maritime safety program provides essential training through the RYA First Aid Course for Small Craft, designed specifically for emergency situations encountered aboard recreational boats and yachts. The course is widely recognized by maritime authorities including the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) and World Sailing, and is commonly required for advanced certifications such as Yachtmaster qualifications.

Delivered over a focused one-day format, the training emphasizes real-world onboard scenarios rather than general first aid theory. Participants learn how to respond to emergencies such as cardiac arrest, hypothermia, dehydration, seasickness, injuries, and medical incidents occurring in offshore or coastal conditions. CPR training and patient assessment techniques form a core part of the curriculum.

A key aspect of the course is communication and coordination during emergencies at sea. Learners are trained to use VHF radio procedures to request assistance, manage distress situations, and work effectively with rescue services until help arrives. This practical approach ensures students are prepared for both short coastal trips and longer offshore passages.

Upon booking, participants are scheduled for in-person instruction with certified trainers. By the end of the course, students gain confidence in delivering life-saving care in marine environments, meeting the medical training standards required for safe recreational and professional boating operations.

RYA Marine First Aid Course Focuses on Emergency Care for Small Craft and Offshore Sailing

What's Included

The recovery position in a confined space
CPR, including the drowning protocol
Cold shock and hypothermia from immersion and/or exposure
Seasickness and dehydration
Medical assistance or advice by VHF
External bleeding
Helicopter rescue

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