Medical Care (MC) - Regulation VI/4, para 2
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Upon successfully completing the course and passing the final scenario, you will immediately receive a personalized PDF certificate. This credential is officially issued by MS Ltd. (a strategic partner of SAIL AI) and is fully approved by the local Marine Administration where MS Ltd. is registered and located.
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🎯 Course Objective
To empower the person designated in charge of medical care on ships without a doctor, with the skills to provide comprehensive medical attention to crew members at sea.
👨✈️ Who is this for?
This course is designed for Masters and Chief Mates (or other persons designated by the Company). It is the highest level of non-physician medical training for seafarers and typically requires a valid Medical First Aid (MFA) certificate.
🧠 What You Will Learn
Gain the essential skills and in-depth knowledge to handle medical situations confidently on board:
- 🩺 Diagnosis & Treatment: Learn to identify and treat a wide range of diseases and injuries commonly encountered on ships.
- 🩹 Advanced Nursing: Master nursing care for sick and injured persons over extended periods.
- 💊 Pharmacology: Understand the administration of medicines from the ship's medical chest (Category A), including dosages, side effects, and interactions.
- 🔪 Minor Surgery: Perform procedures like draining an abscess or suturing wounds.
- 🦷 Dental Care: Provide essential dental assistance.
- 🤰 Obstetric Basics: Learn the fundamentals of obstetric assistance.
- 🧠 Psychiatric First Aid: Be prepared to offer initial mental health support.
- ✝️ Death on Board: Essential procedures and actions.
- 🧼 Shipboard Hygiene: Manage sanitation, water, and food quality control.
- 🌍 International Health Regulations: Stay compliant with global health standards.
- 📞 Medical Evacuation: Effectively interact with radio medical advice services (Medico) to arrange for evacuations when necessary.
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Module 1MC Courese Preview
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Module 2Course objective
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Module 3Diseases of the Abdominal Cavity, Diabetes Mellitus, and Diabetic Comas
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Module 4Infectious diseases of the digestive system
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Module 5Drug addiction on board
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Module 6Foodborne illness
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Module 7Peptic ulcer disease
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Module 8Diseases of the respiratory system
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Module 9Rheumatic and Orthopedic Conditions
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Module 10Alcohol abuse (alcohol intoxication) and delirium
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Module 11Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
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Module 12Anemia
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Module 13Anal disorders
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Module 14Ear disorders
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Module 15Epilepsy and seizures
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Module 16Eye disorders
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Module 17Fainting (syncope) and Gout (acute gouty arthritis)
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Module 18Hand infections and wound complications
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Module 19Headache (cephalgia) and Cardiac pain and heart failure
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Module 20Heat exposure
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Module 21High blood pressure (hypertension)
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Module 22High fever (hyperpyrexia)
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Module 23Jaundice
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Module 24Lymphatic system
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Module 25Mental disorder
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Module 26Neuritis and neuralgia
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Module 27Oedema
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Module 28Paraphimosis
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Module 29Seasickness
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Module 30Sinusitis
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Module 31Skin diseases
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Module 32Sore throat
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Module 33Pregnancy and women's medical problems
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Module 34Death at sea
Aug. 7, 2025, 9:50 a.m.
Incredible course that really prepares you for the responsibilities of medical care on a ship. The modules on advanced nursing and minor surgery were detailed and practical, with clear instructions. I also appreciated the focus on international health regulations, which is critical for compliance. The videos were high-quality, and the final exam tested my knowledge well. The certificate is a great credential to add to my wall)
Aug. 8, 2025, 11:52 a.m.
Fantastic training for anyone in charge of medical care on board! The course is thorough, with clear explanations of complex topics like pharmacology and medical evacuation procedures. Module 32 on pregnancy and women’s medical issues was very well done and practical. The final test was challenging but fair, and I feel much more prepared to handle emergencies. The certificate is a nice professional touch.
Aug. 9, 2025, 8:51 p.m.
I went through it from start to finish. Pharmacology, medical evacuation procedures, and international health regulations - all to the point. The final test made me sweat, but now I’m confident about handling the ship's medical responsibilities
Aug. 10, 2025, 6:31 a.m.
The certificate is on my CV now. That was the whole point. The course is gud.
Aug. 12, 2025, 8:05 p.m.
The shipboard hygiene module is top-notch. Finally explained clearly.
Aug. 13, 2025, 8:47 p.m.
The course surprised me with its depth. From minor surgery to psychiatric first aid, I feel much more confident now. Special thanks for covering dentistry and, as cynical as it sounds, death at sea. That's the reality no one usually talks about.
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FAQ
The Medical Care (MC) online course provides seafarers with the knowledge and skills to deliver medical care on board ships, in accordance with STCW Regulation VI/4, paragraph 2, and IMO Model Course 1.15. It focuses on advanced first aid, medical treatment, and emergency response in maritime environments.
After successfully completing the MC course and passing the required assessments, you will receive a downloadable Medical Care Certificate, recognized by maritime authorities.
Yes, the MC course is fully accessible online, enabling you to learn at your own pace and convenience.
The course covers advanced first aid techniques, diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions, administration of medications, and emergency medical procedures, all in compliance with STCW and IMO standards.
This course is designed for seafarers designated to provide medical care on board, such as officers in charge of medical emergencies or those responsible for crew health and safety.
The course generally requires 33 hours to complete, including theoretical lessons and video simulations or exercises.
The course is priced at 29 USD, depending on your preferred currency.
What You’ll Get
- A checklist of threats and actions
- Readiness for interview
- Confidence in emergency situations
- A certificate you can add to your CV
Reviews
June 11, 2025, 8:28 p.m.
Overall, it's great. But the modules on obstetric assistance and dental care were too theoretical. I'd have liked more hands-on practice, cause you can't just …
July 2, 2025, 8:36 p.m.
It's a ton of information; I barely got through it all. Thirty-three modules are no joke. But I got the S.A.I.L. certificate, and that's what …
July 23, 2025, 10:56 a.m.
As a ship’s doctor, I found this course to be a solid refresher for my role in managing medical care on board. The content is …
July 24, 2025, 9:19 a.m.
This is a very good course with a lot of practical information for seafarers in charge of medical care. The modules on diseases of the …
July 24, 2025, 7:39 p.m.
This course is absolutely outstanding! I found the depth of the content incredible - covering everything from minor surgery to psychiatric first aid. The modules …
Aug. 2, 2025, 10:11 a.m.
This is hands-down the best medical training I’ve taken as a seafarer. The 33 modules cover every possible scenario you might face at sea, from …
Aug. 3, 2025, 8:44 p.m.
I liked the AI simulations; they really shake things up. I printed out the checklists for myself - very useful stuff.
Aug. 5, 2025, 10:54 a.m.
Now I can do more than just turn wrenches; according to this course, I can handle things like diseases of the abdominal cavity. Probably.
Aug. 7, 2025, 9:50 a.m.
Incredible course that really prepares you for the responsibilities of medical care on a ship. The modules on advanced nursing and minor surgery were detailed …
Aug. 8, 2025, 11:52 a.m.
Fantastic training for anyone in charge of medical care on board! The course is thorough, with clear explanations of complex topics like pharmacology and medical …
Aug. 9, 2025, 8:51 p.m.
I went through it from start to finish. Pharmacology, medical evacuation procedures, and international health regulations - all to the point. The final test made …
Aug. 10, 2025, 6:31 a.m.
The certificate is on my CV now. That was the whole point. The course is gud.
Aug. 12, 2025, 8:05 p.m.
The shipboard hygiene module is top-notch. Finally explained clearly.
Aug. 13, 2025, 8:47 p.m.
The course surprised me with its depth. From minor surgery to psychiatric first aid, I feel much more confident now. Special thanks for covering dentistry …
June 11, 2025, 8:28 p.m.
Overall, it's great. But the modules on obstetric assistance and dental care were too theoretical. …
July 2, 2025, 8:36 p.m.
It's a ton of information; I barely got through it all. Thirty-three modules are no …
July 23, 2025, 10:56 a.m.
As a ship’s doctor, I found this course to be a solid refresher for my …
July 24, 2025, 9:19 a.m.
This is a very good course with a lot of practical information for seafarers in …
July 24, 2025, 7:39 p.m.
This course is absolutely outstanding! I found the depth of the content incredible - covering …
Aug. 2, 2025, 10:11 a.m.
This is hands-down the best medical training I’ve taken as a seafarer. The 33 modules …
Aug. 3, 2025, 8:44 p.m.
I liked the AI simulations; they really shake things up. I printed out the checklists …
Aug. 5, 2025, 10:54 a.m.
Now I can do more than just turn wrenches; according to this course, I can …
Aug. 7, 2025, 9:50 a.m.
Incredible course that really prepares you for the responsibilities of medical care on a ship. …
Aug. 8, 2025, 11:52 a.m.
Fantastic training for anyone in charge of medical care on board! The course is thorough, …
Aug. 9, 2025, 8:51 p.m.
I went through it from start to finish. Pharmacology, medical evacuation procedures, and international health …
Aug. 10, 2025, 6:31 a.m.
The certificate is on my CV now. That was the whole point. The course is …
Aug. 12, 2025, 8:05 p.m.
The shipboard hygiene module is top-notch. Finally explained clearly.
Aug. 13, 2025, 8:47 p.m.
The course surprised me with its depth. From minor surgery to psychiatric first aid, I …
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