Personal Survival Techniques (STCW A-VI/1-1)
Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
Personal Survival Techniques is an STCW Basic Training module providing essential basic knowledge of survival techniques.
About the course
The Personal Survival Techniques course includes both theoretical and practical sessions, investigating causes of distress, knowledge and use of equipment, launch and recovery of life rafts, preparation for survival, personal survival skills and use of search and rescue organisations.
Certification is required to be updated every five years from the date of issue
Do I need to be a confident swimmer?
Exercises are carefully supervised by qualified staff and are suitable for all levels of swimmers, but you do need to be water confident.
Training towards
- Personal Survival Techniques (STCW A-VI/1-1)
- STCW Basic Training Certificate
Please note, you can also do this module as part of the STCW Basic Safety Training course rather than individually.
Assessment
You must be able to tread water both with and without a life jacket.
What’s included
- Duration – 1 day
- Inclusive of lunch
Notes:
Please remember to bring a swimming costume and some comfy clothes. This course contains some exercises that are physically demanding. Any candidate unsure of their fitness for such activities should consult their doctor.
Dates and pricing
Course | From | To | Non-res |
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MCA Personal Survival Techniques | 22/10/2024 | 22/10/2024 | Full |
MCA Personal Survival Techniques | 10/11/2024 | 10/11/2024 | £155 |
MCA Personal Survival Techniques | 12/11/2024 | 12/11/2024 | £155 |
MCA Personal Survival Techniques | 19/11/2024 | 19/11/2024 | £155 |
MCA Personal Survival Techniques | 26/11/2024 | 26/11/2024 | £155 |
MCA Personal Survival Techniques | 01/12/2024 | 01/12/2024 | £155 |
MCA Personal Survival Techniques | 14/01/2025 | 14/01/2025 | £155 |
MCA Personal Survival Techniques | 28/01/2025 | 28/01/2025 | £155 |