Marine First Aid: Advanced Training*
*Meets Transport Canada Training Standards
Training Overview
The objective of this training is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to medical emergencies in a marine environment.
This course meets Transport Canada training standards and includes advanced first aid, CPR, AED, oxygen administration and spinal immobilization, along with marine-specific first aid practices.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Marine Advanced First Aid Training Certificate from St. John Ambulance as well as a Transport Canada Training Certificate.
Training Duration: five days
Prerequisite: none
Minimum Age: 16 years
Assessment: written and practical assessments required
Expiry: five years
Cost: Please contact us for pricing and booking information
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This course is intended for individuals who work in the marine industry and are required by Transport Canada regulations to hold a Marine First Aid certification.
It is suitable for crew members, officers, and others responsible for emergency response on marine vessels.
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Standard first aid with CPR-C and AED
Anatomy and physiology
First aid kits and equipment
Well-being of the first aider
Oxygen administration
Spinal immobilization
Advanced first aid skills
Water emergencies
Marine supplement: marine-specific health and safety topics
Exam: Written and practical assessments required
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Contact us at Training@MercerSafety.ca or
709-364-3900, ext. 110 for more information or to discuss private training options.
Additional Emergency Response, First Aid & Medical Training:
Advanced Medical First Responder: Level 1 Training
First Aid: Basic with AED/CPR Level C Training
First Aid: Intermediate Training
Marine First Aid: Basic Training
Marine First Aid: Advanced Training