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Medical First Aid (MFA) – PANAMA Approved

Medical First Aid (MFA) – PANAMA Approved

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Medical First Aid (MFA) – 2026 Enhanced Course. A 30-hour, self-paced maritime first-aid knowledge programme aligned with STCW A-VI/4-1, covering casualty assessment, CPR/AED, trauma, toxic hazards, rescued-person care and TMAS communication. Includes interactive learning, knowledge checks and a final assessment with an 80% pass mark and unlimited attempts. Panama Approved certification option. Certificate issued separately after course completion and student-details verification. Certificate timing: Please allow up to 48 hours after successful completion and receipt of all required documents, subject to the issuing authority’s verification and approval process. Time zones and office hours apply. Same-day issuance cannot be guaranteed.

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Medical First Aid (MFA) – 2026 Enhanced Course

Develop safe, structured first-aid decision-making for medical emergencies at sea. This comprehensive Marine Pro Academy course is designed for seafarers and designated shipboard first aiders with prior elementary first-aid knowledge. The knowledge programme is aligned with STCW Section A-VI/4, Table A-VI/4-1, with shipboard examples, current resuscitation guidance, TMAS communication and clear limits of practice.

What you will learn

  • Assess an ill or injured person, identify life threats and recognise when early escalation is required.
  • Choose immediate first-aid actions for trauma, toxic exposure, rescued-person care and common acute medical problems within your training and authorisation.
  • Use first-aid resources, AED, oxygen awareness, medical-chest procedures and documentation safely.
  • Communicate clearly with the bridge, Master, designated responders and Telemedical Maritime Assistance Services (TMAS).
  • Prioritise rescuer safety, reassessment, casualty monitoring, records and structured handover in maritime scenarios.

Course content

  1. Immediate action priorities and rescuer safety.
  2. First-aid equipment and the ship’s medical chest.
  3. Body systems, signs and casualty examination.
  4. Cardiac arrest, airway emergencies, CPR/AED and drowning.
  5. Bleeding, burns and shock.
  6. Trauma, casualty movement and transport.
  7. Toxic hazards, decontamination and MFAG awareness.
  8. Care of rescued persons.
  9. TMAS, pharmacology boundaries and infection prevention.
  10. Psychological problems at sea and psychological first aid.
  11. Integrated maritime emergency scenarios.

Learning format and assessment

Self-paced online learning with 223 lessons across 15 sections, narrated content, interactive learning, module knowledge checks, fictional scenarios, a course review and final assessment. The eleven technical modules each end with a three-question knowledge check. Four non-assessed practice activities provide AI feedback for learning.

The final assessment contains 25 multiple-choice questions. The pass mark is 80% (20 correct answers), with unlimited attempts.

Estimated duration: 30 hours, depending on prior knowledge, study pace and review time.
Who should attend: Seafarers and designated shipboard first aiders with prior Elementary First Aid training or equivalent knowledge.

Onboard safety guidance

Follow vessel procedures, work within your training and authorisation, and seek TMAS or other appropriate medical advice. Use the AI Tutor with fictional examples only; do not enter real patient details or confidential medical information.

Panama Approved Certification

This is the Panama Approved Medical First Aid (MFA) certification option. Your Panama Approved certificate will be issued separately and sent by email after successful completion and verification of your student details. Please allow up to 48 hours after successful completion and receipt of all required documents, depending on the issuing authority’s verification and approval process. Time zones and local office working hours may affect processing. Same-day issuance cannot be guaranteed. For assistance, contact info@marineproacademy.com with your full name and course title.

Certificate Processing Time

STCW and flag-state-approved certificates can take up to 48 hours after successful course completion and receipt of all required documents, depending on the relevant issuing authority’s verification and approval process. Time zones and local office working hours may affect processing and response times. Please complete your training at least a couple of days before your submission or deployment deadline. Same-day issuance cannot be guaranteed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What certificate will I receive after completing the course?
Upon successful completion, you will receive a digital certificate confirming your course completion. The type of certificate and any applicable flag State, STCW, or other regulatory approval are clearly stated on the individual course page.

Is the certificate officially approved or internationally recognized?
Approval and recognition depend on the specific course. Some Marine Pro Academy courses are delivered under recognized flag State or training-provider approvals, while others are professional development or maritime e-learning courses resulting in a Marine Pro Academy Certificate of Completion. Please refer to the individual course description for the exact approval and certification status.

Is this course STCW or flag State approved?
Where a course carries STCW, Panama, Liberia, Cyprus, or another official approval, this is specifically stated on the product page. Courses that do not display an approval are offered as professional training or continuing education and issue a Marine Pro Academy Certificate of Completion.

Is the training 100% online?
Yes. Unless otherwise stated on the individual course page, the training is delivered fully online and can be completed at your own pace.

Can I take the training on my phone?
Yes. Our online learning platform can be accessed from a mobile phone, tablet, or computer. For the best experience, some activities may be easier to complete on a larger screen.

How fast do I receive my certificate?
E-learning certificates are available immediately after successful completion of the course and required assessments. STCW and flag-state-approved certificates can take up to 48 hours after successful completion and receipt of all required documents, depending on the relevant issuing authority’s verification and approval process. Time zones and local office working hours may affect processing and response times. Please complete your training at least a couple of days before your document submission or deployment deadline. Same-day issuance cannot be guaranteed.

Can I use the certificate for employment?
This depends on the course and your employer’s, vessel’s, flag State’s, or competent authority’s requirements. We recommend checking the certification requirements applicable to your position before purchasing. If you are unsure, contact Marine Pro Academy and we can help you identify the appropriate training.

How can I verify my certificate?
Marine Pro Academy certificates include certificate identification and verification features where applicable. Verification details are provided directly on the certificate.

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