MCA and STCW approved training courses
MSOS is approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to provide specialist training courses such as MCA Medical First Aid and MCA Medical Care Proficiency.
Courses place emphasis on teaching practical skills which will be of benefit in the event of medical problems offshore. The courses are also designed to teach crew how to use the equipment and medicines provided in their medical kits.
All the training provided by MSOS complies with the Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW), a cornerstone of maritime safety and professionalism. Worldwide the STCW are the minimum mandatory training standards for seafarers.
Bespoke & specialist training courses
Courses can be created for any scenario including care of children, the elderly, diving injuries or use of a kit or equipment.
MSOS also provides specialist courses on cardiopulmonary resuscitation, the use of oxygen and defibrillators, advanced wound repair and more. Familiarisation courses are also offered, upon delivery of a new kit to a boat.
Talk to our team who will create a bespoke session to cover everything you need.
World class medical training
Courses are held at the MSOS training centres in Palma, Southampton, Antibes and Fort Lauderdale, or onboard your own vessel. MSOS instructors are all medically qualified, and have extensive experience as sailors. They know what it’s like to deal with anything from a sore throat in the North Atlantic, to a broken leg on the foredeck of a boat in the Southern Ocean.
Training for you and your crew onboard or on land
MCA and STCW approved training courses for every size of crew, ensuring up to date medical skills whoever is onboard.
Leisure Yachts up to 25m/80ft
Keep your family and friends safe by attending an MCA Elementary Medical First Aid entry level course at one of our courses or get in touch for us to create one specifically for your needs. Contact our team for information about bespoke training courses.
Superyachts
All crew are required to take a basic MCA and STCW medical course. As an approved MCA training provider, MSOS courses are STCW accredited and cover the medical training required for each crew member, whether a deck hand or a First Officer. If you are unsure of the requirements, speak to our expert team. Contact our team for information about bespoke training courses.
Megayachts
Specialist MCA, STCW medical training for all crew members including training for the hospital team can be provided either onboard or at one of MSOS’s four training centres in the UK, France, Spain or the USA. Call or message us if you have bespoke requirements. Contact our team for information about bespoke training courses.
Racing
MSOS racing expertise provides world class training for race crew. Minimise the impact of incidents onboard by ensuring that all crew are fully trained. Individual race regulations will specify the course required, usually MCA Medical First Aid. Speak to our team if you are unsure. Contact our team for information about bespoke training courses.
Support and training experts for all your offshore medical needs
MSOS can support you with the products and training requested to ensure the safety of you, your crew and guests or passengers.
Medical Kits
Compliant with licensing authorities worldwide, including the MCA & STCW.
Medical Training
MCA & STCW accredited training courses in first aid and medical care.
Design Consultancy
Design, fit out, stock and operation of onboard medical facilities.
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