RYA First Aid

The RYA Small Craft First Aid puts particular emphasis on resuscitation techniques and the "first care" of a man overboard victim. Your instructor will explain the procedures for obtaining outside medical assistance such as "pan pan" and the helicopter rescue service and can advise you on the correct first aid stores for your own boat.

This course is a must for all who sail, and skippers should encourage their crews to attend. Remember it may be you who needs attention! At the completion of the course you will be issued with the RYA small craft first aid certificate. This certificate is valid for 3 years from the time of issue and is prerequisite for those taking the Advanced Powerboat and Powerboat Instructor courses.