Our RYA First Aid Course covers all the usual first aid subjects, but from a boating perspective. It is aimed at anyone who goes afloat, whether on inland waters, rivers, estuaries or on cross channel passages.
The syllabus is based on recommendations of the Health and Safety Executive and the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
Course Overview
Advanced first aid while afloat is rarely used but the ability to recognise whether a situation is serious and to look after the casualty until help arrives is a reassurance for skipper and crew.
This certificate is accepted for Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster® Practical Exam candidates, RYA practical instructors, and skippers of small commercial vessels up to category 2.
Duration
- 1 day
Boating specific subjects
- The recovery position in a confined space
- CPR, including the drowning protocol
- Cold shock and hypothermia from immersion and/or exposure
- Seasickness and dehydration
- Medical assistance or advice by VHF
- Helicopter rescue
Syllabus
Please also have a look at the RYA First Aid Syllabus page.
Included
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
- St Johns/Red Cross First Aid Manual
- Certification
Not included
- Accommodation
Dates
- 6th September 2025
- 1st November 2025
- 24th January 2026
- 7th March 2026
- 4th April 2026
- 2nd May 2026
- 27th June 2026
- 26th September 2026
- 5th December 2026
Price
190€
Bookings & Info
For more information & bookings please contact Stephanie: stephanie@endeavour-sailing.co.uk
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Recommended RYA Books
To help you in your personal preparation for the course we can advise the following book/s.
If you click on the link it will take you directly to the RYA website to the appropriate page where you can order it and have it despatched directly to you.
