Compass Revision course

First Aid at Sea revision

Name: First Aid at Sea Revision Revision
Price: 9.99 GBP
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Revision for boating first-aid topics: emergency response, CPR and drowning, cold shock, hypothermia, bleeding, seasickness, VHF medical advice, and helicopter rescue.

Independent revision aid only. It is not a first-aid qualification, medical advice, or a substitute for practical first-aid training.

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Is First Aid at Sea the right next step?

What this is: A self-guided revision companion that explains essential concepts, then helps you practise and test them. It supports—but does not replace—recognised instruction, practical training, assessment or certification. Access is a one-time payment, not a subscription.
Best for: Learners preparing for First Aid at Sea
Study effort: Self-paced in short sessions; use the module total to plan your own pace.
Included: 8 revision modules with teaching-first lessons, guided practice, topic tests, recall and relevant interactive tools.
Formal qualification?: Independent revision aid only. It is not a first-aid qualification, medical advice, or a substitute for practical first-aid training.
Usually followed by: Confirm recognised practical training
Access: £9.99 once for full revision access; no subscription.

Compass is independent revision, not an instructor-led course or awarding body.

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What this course covers

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First-Aid Response Afloat

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Scene safety, first aid kit checks, calling for help, crew roles, casualty monitoring, and limits of onboard treatment.

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CPR and Drowning Protocol

Free

Revision boundaries for CPR, drowning emphasis, rescue breaths, AED awareness, and getting trained.

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Recovery Position in Confined Space

Boat-specific constraints when placing and monitoring an unconscious breathing casualty.

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Cold Shock and Hypothermia

Immersion response, hypothermia signs, gentle handling, rewarming principles, and escalation.

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Bleeding, Head Injuries, and Burns

Major bleeding priorities, head injury red flags, burns from galley or engine spaces, and when to escalate.

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Seasickness, Dehydration, and Medication

Seasickness prevention, dehydration risk, regular medication, allergies, and skipper planning.

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Medical Advice by VHF

When and how to request medical advice or assistance by marine radio.

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Helicopter Rescue and Handover

Preparing the vessel, crew, casualty information, winch safety, and handover.

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Course scope

Independent revision aid only. It is not a first-aid qualification, medical advice, or a substitute for practical first-aid training.

How to use the guide

Work through each module lesson, test recall with the module quiz, and use the flashcards until the decision checks feel automatic. The content is written for revision and confidence building before formal training, assessment, or official documentation checks.