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Marine First Aid Level 3 (VTQ)

Online Training Approved by Skills for Care

Marine First Aid Level 3 (VTQ) at a glance

  • 1-year nationally recognised certificate
  • 5 hours and 33 minutes of engaging video training
  • Video access for 8 months
  • Printable wall certificate
  • Free weekly video refresher
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Online Course: £34.95 + VAT

Take your first aid skills to the next level with our Marine First Aid Level 3 course, designed for boat owners, marine professionals, and anyone requiring advanced knowledge in handling emergencies at sea. This course builds on the foundations laid in Levels 1 and 2, offering more in-depth training for those who need a higher level of preparedness.

What the Course Covers

The Marine First Aid Level 3 course covers a comprehensive range of advanced topics:

  • Course Introduction: Overview of advanced first aid principles and the importance of preparedness in marine environments.
  • Advanced CPR and AED Techniques: Learn advanced techniques for performing CPR and using an AED in challenging conditions.
  • Dealing with Severe Bleeding: Advanced methods for managing severe bleeding and controlling blood loss.
  • Shock Management: Understanding and managing different types of shock, with a focus on hypovolemic shock.
  • Fracture Management: Techniques for splinting fractures and managing complex bone injuries.
  • Spinal Injury Management: Advanced care for spinal injuries, including immobilization techniques and safe patient handling.
  • Head and Chest Injuries: Detailed first aid for managing head trauma and chest injuries, including rib fractures and penetrating chest wounds.
  • Medical Emergencies: Handling severe medical conditions like heart attacks, strokes, diabetic emergencies, and seizures at sea.
  • Burns and Scalds: Advanced treatment options for severe burns, including chemical and electrical burns.
  • Hypothermia and Frostbite: Recognizing and treating severe hypothermia and frostbite, especially in extreme marine environments.
  • Drowning and Near-Drowning Incidents: Specific first aid techniques for managing drowning and near-drowning scenarios.
  • Final Assessment: Review of key advanced concepts, course summary, and the certification process.

Flexible Learning Options

Our Marine First Aid Level 3 course is delivered through engaging online video training, allowing you to learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere. For those who prefer hands-on experience, we offer face-to-face classes nationwide across the UK, tailored to meet the needs of advanced learners.

Why Choose Us?

At ProTrainings UK, we provide a complete progression of marine first aid courses, from basic Level 1 to advanced Level 4 training. The Level 3 course is perfect for individuals who require advanced skills to manage severe and complex marine emergencies.

In addition to our training courses, we also offer a range of marine first aid kits, medical equipment, and AED units, ensuring you're fully equipped for any situation on the water.

Key Features:

  • Advanced marine first aid training for experienced individuals
  • Video-based online course for flexible learning
  • Optional face-to-face training available across the UK
  • Ideal for boat owners, marine professionals, and anyone needing advanced first aid skills
  • Part of a series: Level 1, 2, 3, and 4 courses available
  • Access to a wide range of marine first aid kits and medical equipment

Enroll in the Marine First Aid Level 3 Course today and ensure you're fully prepared to handle any emergency on the water.

Total course time includes 5 hours and 33 minutes of video training as well as knowledge reviews, final test, remedial help and reviewing downloaded material.

 

  • Course Introduction

    • Course Introduction
    • Inland Water Dangers
    • Why Learn First Aid When on a Boat
    • What is First Aid
    • Common dangers
    • Navigation Apps
    • Tides and weather apps
  • Safety and Calling for Help

    • What3Words - location app
    • Marine band radios
    • Marine VHF Radios
    • Common Coastal Water Dangers
    • Common Fresh Water Marine Dangers
    • Emergency Flares
    • LED Flares
    • The Coastguard
    • The Air Ambulance
    • Personal Location Beacons
    • Accident Prevention
    • Boat Safety
    • Calling for help
    • Water safety tubes
    • Types of Blankets
  • First Aid and Safety Equipment

    • Boat safety equipment
    • Life Jackets
    • Pet Life Jackets
    • Why do you need a First Aid Kit
    • Lifesaver kits
    • Marine first aid kits
    • Marine bleed kits
    • 12 Volt dangers
    • Fire prevention on a boat
  • CPR

    • Introduction to CPR
    • Adult CPR
    • Compression only CPR
    • CPR for drowning casualties
    • Child CPR
    • Infant CPR
    • Cardiac Arrest and the Drowned Patient
    • Improving compressions
    • Improving breaths
  • AED

    • AED Units
    • CellAED® Personal defibrillator
    • IPAD SPR AED
  • Drowning

    • Drowning
    • Near and secondary drowning
    • Cold water shock
  • Choking

    • Choking Statistics
    • Choking Recognition
    • Adult Choking
    • Choking in children
    • Infant Choking
  • Shock

    • Fainting
    • Types of Shock
    • Hypovolemic shock
    • Cardiogenic shock
  • Bleeding

    • Treatment of Severe Burns and Scalds
    • Managing Chemical Burns and Electrical Burns
    • Cooling and Protecting Burned Area
  • Visit www.marinefirstaidtraining.co.uk/training/marine3 for more of what is on the course