
Post-Sea Program
Refresher – Medical First Aid
A 1-day DG Shipping-approved refresher course for renewing Medical First Aid certification in accordance with STCW 2010 guidelines.
Duration
1 day
Affiliation
Indian Maritime University (IMU)
Approval
Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India
Quick Facts
- Fee
- The Refresher – Medical First Aid fee at Eurotech Maritime Academy, Kochi is ₹6,200, including study materials.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Eligibility
- Should hold MFA certificate issued within last 5 yrs from a DGS approved MTI.
- Approval
- Approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India (DGS course ID 6412).
Refresher – Medical First Aid fees
Course fee
₹6,200
For the whole course of 1 day, paid at booking.
The fee is the same for every candidate, from Kerala, the rest of India or abroad, and the course is held at the Kochi campus. Book a batch date on this page to hold a seat; the fee is paid online when you book.
Fees can change; a confirmed booking keeps the fee quoted when it was paid. Cancellations follow the cancellation and refund policy. Compare with every other short course on the STCW and short course fees page.
Who takes this course
This refresher is for seafarers who already hold a Medical First Aid certificate issued within the last five years and need to renew it before it lapses. It is a renewal course for holders of the original Medical First Aid qualification, not a first-time course.
After the course
Completing this one-day course renews the Medical First Aid certificate for a further five years, keeping the holder eligible to provide first aid onboard as required under STCW. The same refresher is taken again ahead of each five-year expiry.
Important Notice
Bring CDC, passport, and certificates on the first day.
Course Details
Course Overview
The Refresher – Medical First Aid course is designed for seafarers seeking revalidation of their medical first aid certification. This course updates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide immediate first aid onboard ships, focusing on emergency response, injury stabilization, and medical protocol adherence. Training includes theoretical sessions and simulated onboard scenarios in compliance with DG Shipping and STCW standards.
Curriculum Overview
Refresher modules focused on core first aid principles and practices for maritime emergencies
DGS Course ID
6412
Exit Exam
Not Applicable
E-Learning
Applicable
E-Learning Hours
15
Pass Mark
60%
Course Validity
5 years
Key Program Features
- Practical and theoretical review of key first aid procedures
- Real-time emergency simulations
- Emphasis on maritime-specific medical scenarios
- STCW 2010 and DG Shipping-compliant training
Learning Outcomes
- Refreshed proficiency in handling onboard medical emergencies
- Ability to administer basic life support and first aid
- Confidence in casualty management and emergency communication
- Valid certification for continued seagoing service
Required Documents
- CDC (Continuous Discharge Certificate)
- INDOS
- Passport
Document Submission
Upload documents during application or via your profile after enrollment.
Reporting Time
9.00 AM
Batch Strength Policy
As per D G Shipping Training Circular No 4 of 2018 MTI’s are directed not to conduct any batch, if the batch strength is less than 25% of the approved intake capacity granted by the Directorate.
Dress Code
Formals (Collarless T-shirt’s, Shorts, Sandals, Bathroom slippers are not permitted)
- Module 1: Primary assessment and injury management
- Module 2: CPR and basic life support
- Module 3: First aid for burns, bleeding, fractures, and shock
- Module 4: Use of onboard medical equipment
- Module 5: Emergency response protocols
Mandatory Requirements
- Should hold MFA certificate issued within last 5 yrs from a DGS approved MTI
DETAILS & SCHEDULE
Euro Tech Maritime Academy
Kakkattikara, Panchayath Road, Kizhakkambalam, Ernakulam, Kochi, Kerala 683562
Stay & Lodging
Fee Structure
- Course Fee₹6,200.00
- Study MaterialsIncluded
- Total₹6,200.00
Course Packages
Save on your maritime education with our comprehensive packages
REF AFF + REF PSCRB + REF MFA Package
A refresher training package comprising Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF), Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB), and Medical First Aid (MFA), aimed at updating critical emergency response, survival, and first aid skills for seafarers as per STCW standards.
REF AFF + REF PSCRB + REF MFA + REO Package
A comprehensive refresher package that includes Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF), Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB), Medical First Aid (MFA), and Rescue Boat Endorsement (REO), aimed at reinforcing critical emergency response, survival techniques, first aid skills, and rescue operations as per STCW guidelines.
Questions
Questions about Refresher – Medical First Aid
The fee, duration, eligibility and approval stated here are the same figures shown above; ask the admissions team about anything the page does not cover.
The Refresher – Medical First Aid fee at Eurotech Maritime Academy, Kochi is ₹6,200, including study materials.
Refresher – Medical First Aid runs for 1 day at the Kochi campus; batch dates are listed on this page.
Should hold MFA certificate issued within last 5 yrs from a DGS approved MTI.
Approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India (DGS course ID 6412).
At Eurotech Maritime Academy's campus in Kizhakkambalam, Ernakulam district, Kochi, Kerala. Candidates from other cities and from abroad train here; the course is not offered at any other centre.
Choose a batch date on this page and book online; the fee is paid at booking. Sign in with your mobile number or email, or register first if you are new to Eurotech.

