Course Description


This course is designed for those designated to take charge of Medical Care on board ship and aims to meet the mandatory minimum requirements for knowledge, understanding and proficiency in Section A-VI/4 paras 4 to 6 and Table A-VI/4-2 of the STCW Code. This course is principally intended for candidates for certification as Chief Mates & Masters on sea going ships.


Duration: 10 Days
Batch Dates Location / Mode Timing Fees Book Now
18 May 2026 - 28 May 2026 KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class 7.00 to 13.45 9900Rs
08 Jun 2026 - 18 Jun 2026 KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class 7.00 to 13.45 9900Rs
13 Jul 2026 - 23 Jul 2026 KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class 7.00 to 13.45 9900Rs
10 Aug 2026 - 20 Aug 2026 KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class 7.00 to 13.45 9900Rs
14 Sep 2026 - 24 Sep 2026 KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class 7.00 to 13.45 9900Rs

DGS Course ID Exit Exam ELearning ELearning Hours Elearning Pass Mark Course Validity
6421 Yes Yes 28 Hrs 70% 5 Years

Eligibility


  • Nautical Officers holding COC
  • Non-Indian Participants need to hold a Student Visa to India to undergo the course.
  • Note: As per D.G.Shipping Guidelines, a candidate will be permitted for the final examination (Exit Exam/ Institute Exam, as applicable) only after successfully completing the E- Learning Module of the course.

Documents Required


  • INDOS
  • CDC
  • COC

If the certificate details are updated on the Seafarer Profile, then the seafarer profile can be submitted.

As per DGS Order 20 of 2020, Successful Completion of E-Learning Modules through the DGS website is mandatory to get Digital Certificate for all DG approved Courses. You must complete the E- Learning Module of the course on D.G.Shipping Website, including passing the E- Learning Assessment, before the completion of your Physical class to be eligible to give your Exit Exam.

Find the detail guide to DG Shipping 3 Tier System Click here

Details


Click Here to view the list of Nearby Accomodations near HIMT Campuses. 

Breakfast and refreshments (Limited) are complimentary during the course. Lunch (Veg meals) can be purchased through your HIMT Student Portal.

As per DGS Order 11 of 2022, the exit exam has to be given only in the MTI.
In case the candidate fails in the exit exam, they can give the exit exam on the following working day at the MTI.

Kindly make the travel arrangements accordingly.

Dress Code : Collarless T.Shirts, Shorts, Sandals, Bathroom slippers are not permitted for Physical Classes

D. G. Shipping mandates a minimum batch strength of 25%. In the event that the number of participants in the course reduces due to withdrawals, causing the batch strength to fall below 25% of the batch capacity, the course would be postponed without any additional charges.

 

Discounted Packages


Radar, ARPA & Navigation Simulator Course [RANSCO] + Masters Medical Care Course [MC]