Refresher courses must be redone periodically to keep a certificate valid. Typically 3 hours.
MFA Refresher is run by 3 approved institutes in Kochi. One publishes fees, Rs 6,200. Next batch 7 October at Euro Tech Maritime Academy.
A short refresher of the medical first aid skills required of officers, covering casualty assessment and the treatments most likely to be needed aboard.
Revalidates the certificate. Required every five years.
A valid or recently expired MFA certificate.
Approvals and durations as published by DG Shipping, and the duration can differ between institutes. Batch dates and fees are as published by each institute and can change — confirm before you travel. Shiplo does not take bookings or payment for courses.