Diploma in Rescue and Emergency Evacuation
Why this certificate program?
The Diploma in Emergency Rescue and Evacuation
This program provides you with the essential tools and knowledge to respond effectively to critical situations. Master rescue and first aid techniques, learn to plan and execute safe evacuations, and understand current safety regulations. This program prepares you to lead teams and make crucial decisions under pressure, protecting lives and minimizing risks.
Emergency Rescue and Evacuation Diploma
Differentiating Advantages
- Realistic Drills: Participate in practical simulations of fires, earthquakes, and other emergencies.
- Specialized Certification: Obtain a recognized certificate that validates your competence in rescue and evacuation.
- Expert Instructors: Learn from professionals with extensive experience in emergency management and disaster response.
- State-of-the-art Tools: Become familiar with the use of modern equipment for search, rescue, and communication in extreme situations.
- Comprehensive Approach: Addresses key psychological, legal, and communication aspects for effective emergency management.
- Modality: Online
- Level: Diplomado
- Hours: 800 H
- Start date: 01-10-2026
Availability: 1 in stock
Who is it aimed at?
- Healthcare professionals, firefighters, and rescue workers seeking advanced specialization in rescue and evacuation techniques.
- Emergency managers and security coordinators who need effective response plans and updated protocols.
- Employees of companies with a high risk of emergencies who require comprehensive training to protect lives and facilities.
- Members of NGOs and humanitarian organizations interested in expanding their skills in crisis and natural disaster contexts.
- Students and professionals in related fields seeking added value with certification in emergency rescue and evacuation.
Learning flexibility
Adapted to schedules demanding: online modality with live and recorded classes, discussion forums and access to the material 24/7.
Objectives and competencies
Coordinate and lead response teams:
Promote effective communication, assign clear roles, and prioritize tasks in stressful situations, ensuring the safety and efficiency of the operation.
Apply rescue techniques in various scenarios:
“Safely and effectively, prioritizing the integrity of the victim and the rescue team, adapting the techniques to the environmental conditions and available resources.”
Assess and mitigate risks in emergency situations:
Implement pre-established communication protocols, prioritizing crew safety and vessel integrity.
Provide basic prehospital care:
“Perform a rapid and accurate initial assessment of the patient, identifying life-threatening dangers and prioritizing interventions.”
Effectively managing communication in critical situations:
Communicate clearly, concisely, and empathetically, adapting the message to the target audience (crew, authorities, media) and using pre-established communication protocols.
Implement efficient and safe evacuation protocols:
“Establish clear and marked evacuation routes, conduct regular drills, and ensure the availability of emergency equipment (lifeboats, vests, etc.) in optimal condition.”
Curriculum - Modules
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- Scene Assessment: safety, number of victims, mechanisms of injury.
- Basic Life Support (BLS): CPR in adults, children, and infants.
- Hemorrhage Control: direct pressure, tourniquets, hemostatic dressings.
- Immobilization: splints, cervical collars, spinal boards.
- Airway Management: airway clearance, oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal airways.
- Vehicle Extrication: basic principles, tools, and techniques.
- High-Angle Rescue: anchoring systems, ropes, and controlled descent.
- Water Rescue: personal safety, approach and rescue techniques.
- Rescue equipment: use, maintenance, and limitations.
- Legal and ethical aspects: informed consent, civil liability.
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- Fundamentals of Vertical Rescue: Knots, anchors, pulley systems.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and its maintenance.
- Rope ascent and descent techniques: Rappelling, progression with self-locking systems.
- Victim rescue at height: Belaying, controlled descent, extraction.
- Fundamentals of Aquatic Rescue: Personal safety, aquatic rescue equipment.
- Whitewater swimming techniques and rope rescue.
- Victim rescue in aquatic environments: Extraction, basic life support in the water.
- Risk planning and management in vertical and aquatic rescue operations.
- Communications in rescue environments: Signals, protocols for Communication.
- Simulated scenarios and integrated vertical and aquatic rescue training.
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- Introduction to Rescue: Definitions, scope, and legal limitations.
- Scene Assessment: Rescuer safety, potential risks, and biosecurity.
- TRIAGE: Concept, TRIAGE systems (START, SALT), victim prioritization.
- Chain of Rescue: Activation, communication, roles, and responsibilities.
- Basic Rescue Equipment: First aid kit, extrication tools (optional).
- Ethical Considerations: Consent, confidentiality, and ethical dilemmas.
- Basic Life Support (BLS): CPR, airway management, hemorrhage control.
- Immobilization and Transport of Victims: Basic techniques, splints, stretchers.
Effective communication in emergencies: With victims, colleagues, and emergency services.
Managing post-traumatic stress: Coping techniques for rescuers.
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- Safety in Rescue: Risk assessment, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), safety protocols.
- Essential Knots and Lashings: Basic knots for rescue, anchoring systems, pulleys, and hoists.
- Controlled Ascent and Descent Techniques: Use of descenders, ascenders, and self-locking systems.
- Anchors: Types of anchors (natural, artificial), strength assessment, placement, and equalization.
- Victim Hoisting and Descent Systems: Construction of hoisting systems, stretcher descent, and load management.
- Swiftwater Rescue: Flow assessment, associated risks, self-rescue techniques, and rope rescue.
- Rescue with
- Vessels: Types of vessels, approach maneuvers, rescue techniques from a vessel.
- Extraction of victims in confined spaces: Access techniques, victim assessment, safe extraction.
- Communication in rescue: Communication protocols, signals, use of radios, communication with the victim.
- First aid in rescue situations: Initial victim assessment, stabilization, treatment of common rescue injuries.
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
- Advanced Vertical Rescue Equipment: Selection, inspection, and maintenance of ropes, harnesses, descenders, ascenders, pulleys, and other devices.
- Advanced Anchorages: Creation of complex and redundant anchorage systems on various structures, including directional and equalized anchorages.
- Ascent and Descent Techniques with Loads: Handling heavy loads and victims on rope systems, including counterweight techniques and compound pulleys.
- Zip Line Rescue Systems: Design and construction of zip lines for rescuing victims in difficult terrain or open spaces.
- Confined Space Rescue: Risk assessment, ventilation, gas monitoring, and safe entry procedures for confined spaces.
- Respiratory Protection Equipment: Use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and supplied-air breathing apparatus (SABA) in hazardous environments.
- Extraction of victims from confined spaces: horizontal and vertical extraction techniques using special stretchers and rope systems.
- Communications in vertical and confined space rescue: clear and effective communication protocols using radios and visual signals.
- Rescue simulations in complex scenarios: practice of rescues in realistic situations to evaluate and improve team skills.
- Regulations and legislation applicable to vertical and confined space rescue: knowledge of safety regulations and legal procedures.
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Career opportunities
- Lifeguard at beaches and pools: Prevention, rescue, and first aid in aquatic environments.
- Member of emergency rescue teams: Participation in interventions during floods, earthquakes, or other natural disasters.
- Building and facility evacuation technician: Development and implementation of evacuation plans, drills, and staff training.
- Emergency manager in companies and institutions: Coordination of resources and personnel in crisis situations, minimizing risks and damages.
- Trainer in risk prevention and self-protection: Delivery of courses and workshops on safety, first aid, and emergency plans.
- Security guard with emergency knowledge: Detection of and response to risk situations, applying security and evacuation protocols.
- Support personnel in emergency services (firefighters, civil protection): Collaboration in rescue, healthcare, and logistical tasks in emergency situations.
- Occupational safety and risk prevention consultant: Risk assessment, emergency plan design, and advice on occupational safety and health.
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Admission requirements
Academic/professional profile:
Degree/Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science/Maritime Transport, Naval/Marine Engineering, or a related field; or proven professional experience in bridge/operations.
Language proficiency:
Recommended functional maritime English (SMCP) for simulations and technical materials.
Documentation:
Updated resume, copy of degree or seaman's book, ID card/passport, letter of motivation.
Technical requirements (for online):
Equipment with camera/microphone, stable connection, ≥ 24” monitor recommended for ECDIS/Radar-ARPA.
Admission process and dates
1. Online
application
(form + documents).
2. Academic review and interview
(profile/objectives/schedule compatibility).
3. Admission decision
(+ scholarship proposal if applicable).
4. Reservation of place
(deposit) and registration.
5. Induction
(access to campus, calendars, simulator guides).
Scholarships and grants
- Master the techniques: Learn rescue protocols in various emergency situations, from fires to natural disasters.
- Strategic planning: Develop skills for creating and implementing effective and safe evacuation plans.
- Advanced first aid: Deepen your knowledge of pre-hospital care and basic life support for victims.
- Crisis management: Acquire tools for decision-making under pressure and coordinating teams in critical situations.
- Legal and regulatory framework: Understand current legislation on safety and evacuation to ensure regulatory compliance.
Testimonials
The Emergency Rescue and Evacuation Diploma exceeded my expectations. The combination of theory and practice provided me with the tools and confidence necessary to lead in crisis situations. I was able to apply the knowledge I gained during a fire drill at my workplace, achieving a rapid, orderly, and safe evacuation, minimizing risk for everyone. Thanks to the training I received, I now feel prepared to handle emergencies and protect the lives of those around me.
The Diploma in Maritime Safety & Salvage provided me with the tools and knowledge necessary to become Head of Safety at my company. I applied the emergency procedures I learned during a real-life situation, achieving a successful and safe evacuation of the crew, minimizing losses and preventing injuries.
“This diploma program exceeded my expectations. The combination of theory and practice gave me the skills and confidence needed to manage emergency situations effectively. The simulations were especially valuable, allowing me to apply the knowledge I gained in a realistic environment. I now feel prepared to lead evacuations and provide first aid if necessary.”
“Thanks to the Diploma in Rescue and Emergency Evacuation, I was able to successfully lead the evacuation of my building during a fire. My knowledge of first aid, fire extinguisher use, and people management, which I acquired in the diploma program, was crucial for everyone to get out safely and without further incident. I feel much more confident and prepared to face emergency situations.”
Frequently asked questions
To provide participants with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform rescues and evacuations safely and efficiently in emergency situations.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
Typically, a diploma in Emergency Rescue and Evacuation includes training in basic first aid, but focuses primarily on evacuation, rescue and emergency management techniques.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna University + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
- Physics of Rescue: forces, vectors, pulleys, mechanical advantage systems
- Advanced Equipment: ropes, carabiners, descenders, specialized anchors
- Complex Anchors: equalization, redundancy, critical angles, unstable terrain
- Vertical Progression Techniques: zip lines, handrails, self-belayed ascent and descent
- Rescue in Confined Spaces: risk assessment, hazardous atmospheres, ventilation
- Rescue of Suspended Victims: hoisting, controlled descent, load transfer
- Rescue in Swiftwater: reading the river, throwing ropes, rescue rafts
- Swimming and Self-Rescue Techniques in Turbulent Water
- Victim Extraction Aquatic rescues: Use of boats, approach and restraint techniques
Advanced drills: Complex scenarios, multiple victims, adverse conditions
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Request information
Complete the Application Form.
Attach your CV/degree certificate (if you have it to hand).
Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you would like the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
An academic advisor will contact you within 24–48 hours to guide you through the admission process, scholarships, and compatibility with your professional schedule.
Faculty
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Naval engineer specializing in the selection, integration, and optimization of propulsion systems for yachts, high-speed craft, and service vessels.
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Materials engineer specializing in marine composites and corrosion protection systems for ships, yachts, and port structures.
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Naval electrical engineer with over fifteen years of experience in the design, integration, and operation of power and automation systems.
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Specialist in meteorological and operational decision-making for coastal and offshore navigation, integrating wind, wave, and current models.
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Naval engineer with a PhD in applied hydrodynamics and over a decade of experience designing high-performance hulls and marine structures.
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
MCA-certified captain with command of ocean-going vessels, specializing in advanced maneuvering, navigation management, and bridge safety.