Course Description
- A one day course designed for the Level 1 or Level 2 ticket holder.
- Topics Taught Include: Introduction to Occupational First Aid, Basic Anatomy, Initial Evaluation of the Trauma Patient, First Aid Room Techniques and Procedures, The Priority Action Approach to the Walk-In Patient, Anatomy and Function of the Respiratory System, Airway and Breathing Management, Oxygen Therapy and Equipment, Anatomy and Function of the Circulatory System, Shock, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Back Injuries, Eye Injuries, Activity-Related Soft-Tissue Disorders (ASTDs), Burns, Heat Stress , Hypothermia, Bites and Stings, Poisons, Critical Incident Stress, Medical Conditions, Transportation
- Successful candidates will receive the Worksafe BC Transportation Endorsement certificate.
Certification
- Valid for 3 years upon successful completion of course
Admission Requirements
- Be a minimum of 16 years of age to be certified.
- Be in good health and physical condition.
- Provide photographic identification to the Instructor prior to issuance of a certificate.
- Complete the agency registration form prior to course commencement. The form must be completed entirely.
- Must hold a valid OFA Level 1, Level 2, or equivalent certificate to be certified for the Transportation Endorsement.
- Provide a parent or guardian signature if under age 19.
Cost
- $95.00 - Price includes textbooks, and all supplies .
There is no tax applicable on this course.
Your registration is considered "pending" until payment is received or guaranteed by a company. Until this happens, you do not have a spot in the course. We do accept Visa and M/C over the telephone or you can come into our office and pay cash or debit.
Time
8:00am-5:00pm
Students who arrive after 8:00am will not be admitted.
Availability
2012 Dates
If these dates do not meet your scheduling needs, please contact us as we have a very flexible schedule.
- February 3, 9, 24
- March 16, 28
Registration
Call us at 250-562-1238 or register online
Classes are limited to 12 students per instructor. Call to check out our group rates.