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Important News
Workplace first aid
WorkSafeBC's First Aid Requirements has changed!

Is your workplace ready? Learn about the mandatory first aid assessments, updated first aid training, and new workplace first aid kits.

Effective Date:

November 1, 2024

Highlights:
  • Overview of the changes
  • Key deadlines
  • Links to important docs and forms
LEARN ABOUT THE CHANGES
Sandman Hotel Squamish
We're bringing first aid training to Squamish this Winter!

Train locally from January to March 2025 with workplace first aid courses from St. John Ambulance.

Location: 

Conference Room @ Sandman Hotel Squamish

Available Courses: 
  • Basic First Aid Course
  • Intermediate First Aid Course
SEE SQUAMISH CLASS SCHEDULE
First aid training in BC

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Basic First Aid (CPR-A)

This 1-day course is ideal for employees in low-hazard workplaces, preparing them to respond to emergencies effectively. This course replaces WorkSafeBC's OFA Level 1 course.
1 Day

Intermediate First Aid

This 2-day course is ideal for ensuring workplace safety and preparing employees to handle more complex emergencies effectively. This course replaces WorkSafeBC's OFA Level 2 course.
2 Days

Emergency First Aid - Community Care

This 1-day course provides essential skills for managing injuries in child and adult care settings, meeting BC Ministry of Health standards.
1 Day

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Be ready when it matters most. St. John Ambulance’s trusted first aid courses across BC equip you with essential skills and confidence to respond to emergencies at work, home, and in the community.
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Emergency Medical Responder Course

Kickstart your career in emergency healthcare by mastering the essentials of trauma and emergency response through our Emergency Medical Responder course. This foundational course is your first step in the path toward becoming a paramedic.

Duration
  • 30 hours online learning
  • 70 hours (10 days) in-class training
Location
  • Lower Mainland: Vancouver Branch
  • Vancouver Island: Nanaimo Branch
Paramedics
Book Your Emergency Medical Responder Course Today

Secure your seat now for the new winter 2025 classes. Multiple dates are available.

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First aid training in B.C.
Find the right first aid course to equip you, your family, or your team with essential skills to handle emergencies confidently at work, home and in the community across British Columbia.
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