Positive psychology for the maritime industry
2-Day Seafarer Mental Health Awareness & Wellbeing Training - Bahamas Maritime Authority recognised, MNTB Recognised and UK Chamber of Shipping endorsed
Delivered at a training centre or online
As laid down by the MNTB (Maritime Naval Training Board) and MCG (Maritime Charities Group) Standard for Seafarers’ Mental Health Awareness and Wellbeing Training, the course aims to develop a keen awareness and appreciation of mental health and wellbeing, in self and others set against the unique context of the seafaring industry.
This course is recognised by the BMA & the MNTB, and endorsed by the UK Chamber of Shipping.
Click here to see the BMA press release.
Click here to see the UK Chamber of Shipping / MNTB press release.
Due to current travel restrictions, all course outside the UK are being delivered online. When travel is permitted, courses will be delivered face-to-face, in country.
See below for course content and learning objectives.
Learning Objectives & Course Content
Seafarer Mental Health Awareness & Wellbeing 2-Day Course - MNTB Recognised
Morning Session
Day 1
Describe different types and causes of poor mental health
1.1 Introduction to different types of mental health disorders
1.2 Possible causes of poor mental health amongst seafarers and shore-based personnel
Afternoon Session
Day 1
Recognise changes in behaviour in self and other seafarers & shore-based personnel
2.1 Signs, symptoms, changes in behaviour
2.2 Exploring and understanding the psychological, physical and behaviour signs and symptoms of poor mental health
2.3 Examining general signs of distress which could be linked to one or more potential mental health illnesses and specific symptoms relating to psychosis - hallucinations, delusions and thought disorder
Morning Session
Day 2
Avoid judging and stigmatising other seafarers and shore-based personnel
When concerned, state actions to take to refer or signpost other seafarers and shore-based personnel
3.1 Non-judgmental communication & reducing stigma
3.2 Understanding signposting and referring
3.3 Responding in a crisis (suicid, panic attack etc)
Afternoon Session
Day 2
Recognise measures that promote wellbeing amongst seafarers and shore personnel
4.1 The '5 Ways to Wellbeing'
4.2 Sleep Hygiene
4.3 Diet
4.4 Mindfulness
Afternoon Session
Day 2
Course closing address
5.1 Course Overview