Frequently asked question
Why should I do the RYA First Aid course?
You are no longer nine minutes from an ambulance or a professional paramedic at sea.
The course allows you to learn what to do if an accident occurs on a small vessel or in the maritime environment and how to stabilise the situation before calling for help from the SAR Services with this comprehensive training course. Anybody who spends time on the water will benefit greatly from this RYA First Aid course. A validated First Aid certification is also a pre-requisite for individuals taking Yachtmaster and Coastal and Yachtmaster offshore exams or wishing to obtain their instructor qualifications of commercial endorsements.
Topics: RYA First Aid
Last reviewed 19th September 2026

