Psychological First Aid (PFA) is an immediate, compassionate response to mental distress after a crisis. Just as we provide medical care for physical injuries, PFA equips yacht crew with the tools to support each other emotionally, reduce trauma impact, and promote recovery after high-stakes incidents.
Yachting exposes crew to medical emergencies, high-pressure situations, and intense stress. This course teaches you how to
stay calm under pressure, help crew process critical incidents, and recognize when professional support is needed
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✔️ How to provide
immediate psychological support
after a crisis or traumatic event.
✔️ Techniques to help
stabilize emotions and prevent long-term stress responses.
✔️ How to recognize
acute stress, trauma symptoms, and burnout in yourself and others.
✔️ Crew debriefing strategies to
help teams recover after high-pressure situations.
✔️ When and how to escalate concerns to professional support.
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This course ensures you have the skills to support yourself and your crew in moments that matter most. Because looking after your team’s mental health is just as important as their physical safety.
✅ Yacht professionals who want to
prevent burnout and manage stress effectively.
✅ Leaders who want to create a
strong, connected crew culture
that thrives under pressure.
Medical First Aid & Planning for Yachts
Advanced Marine Medical Skills, Medical Kit & Ships Hospital Planning. Crew Medical Training & Drills. Real Life Scenario Training,
Medical Care Onboard Ships
Vital Healthcare & Evacuation Procedures, Emergency Protocols, Medical Equipment Usage, Risk Assessments
Psychological First Aid for Yachts
Human Behaviour at Sea, Crew Morale and Cohesion, Mindset Mastery, Psychological First Aid & Emergency Evacuation
Resilience First Aid for Yachts
Stress Management Techniques, Personal Resilience, Team Dynamics, effective communication and support strategies.
Resilience First Aid (RFA) is a proactive approach to mental health, designed to equip yacht crew with the skills to prevent burnout, manage stress, and strengthen mental resilience.
Psychological First Aid (PFA) is an
immediate, compassionate response to mental distress after a crisis,
support each other emotionally, reduce trauma impact, and promote recovery
after major incidents.
This course is designed to equip yacht owners & crew with essential first aid skills and the knowledge to set up a well-stocked and effective medical kit. Whether you're preparing for remote cruising or need to update your onboard medical resources, this course ensures you’re ready for any medical emergency.
Yachts operate in remote locations, often far from immediate medical help.
When you venture into remote environments preparation is everything. The Adventure Ready Program equips leaders, yacht crew, expedition teams, and outdoor professionals with the medical skills, resilience training, and leadership strategies
needed to handle emergencies, adapt under pressure, and thrive in extreme environments.
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