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Course Descriptions

 

First Aid Course
  

  • FAC - 010 Emergency Child Care First Aid with CPR Level B


    This course is designed for parents and caregivers of children up to eight years of age. Topics include: recognition of home hazards, accident prevention, and safety education. Skills focus on respiratory distress, CPR, AED, bleeding management and common first aid situations. This course is acknowledged by the Ministry of Health and the Provincial Child Care Facilities Licensing Board. Certification period is three years, but yearly recertification in CPR Level B is recommended.


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  • FAC - 011 Blood Pressure Monitoring


    This course is designed to educate the students with crucial information on translating blood pressure numbers and how to physically use stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs and machines.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • 16 years of age before course starts


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  • FAC - 012 Canadian Red Cross Babysitter’s Course


    This course is designed in compliance with the Canadian Red Cross to help children learn child care, injury prevention, and basic first aid skills. They will learn important child care skills; safety tips for children of all ages; how to cope with common problems, like tantrums and crying; what to do if anything makes the babysitter uncomfortable; some great games and other ideas for having fun with the children while babysitting; how to make the children’s environment safe and enjoyable and how to handle emergencies and basic first aid. Note: Students will need to bring a baby sized doll or stuffed animal to class for practice. Please bring a bag lunch and snacks.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • This course is for children 11 years and older. An emergency first aid course would be beneficial, but is not required.


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  • FAC - 015 Red Cross First Responder


    Pre-hospital care and CPR skills for professional first responders or those wanting to become first responders. Course teaches techniques for sustaining life, preventing further injuries, and caring for illnesses and injuries until the next level of medical personnel arrives. Includes CPR level HCP and AED. The certification is valid for three years.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Participants must be certified in CPR Level C. Pre-reading and homework required, contact First Aid Dept at 250-334-5092 to arrange to pick-up course materials. Minimum of 16 years of age and students under 19 years of age require a parent/ guardian signed waiver.


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  • FAC - 016 Bloodborne Pathogens


    This online program is designed for individuals who may be exposed to blood and body fluids or items contaminated with blood during the performance of their work and who wish to gain a basic understanding of blood-borne pathogens.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • None


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  • FAC - 017 Medical Terminology


    This online Medical Terminology course provides an introduction to the professional language used by those who are directly and indirectly involved with the art of healing. The course will also introduce those not currently involved in the health care environment with an introduction to the language of medicine. In addition, the program will provide participants with the basics of human anatomy and physiology.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • None


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  • FAC - 019 CPR Level Basic Life Support (CPR BLS)


    The CPR Level Basic Life Support (CPR BLS) is training in the recognition of, and initial intervention or treatment given by pre-hospital or in-facility responders to, a patient suffering from cardiac arrest or respiratory arrest. The BLS curriculum supports the delivery of high performance, team-based professional-level resuscitation. The BLS course is industry -driven, designed as a robust resuscitation training program geared toward high quality CPR in a team environment, and recoginizes the nuances of multipdisciplinary teams with varied experiences. The BLS Course covers content from standard BLS training, as well as Airway Management and Oxygen Therapy. This course is for people in or entering health care field including nurses, doctors, first responders and other health care professionals.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Students 18 years of age (recommended)


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  • FAC - 020 Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C


    The emergency first aid course covers the basic skills necessary to deal with time priority emergencies. The RC Emergency First Aid course is now recognized by WorkSafe BC as a valid equivalent certification for the Occupational First Aid Level 1. Certification is transferable between provinces and recognized nationally for workplace requirements. It includes initial assessment, respiratory distress, CPR, AED, bleeding, unconsciousness, shock, poisons, and secondary assessment. Certification is by the Red Cross and is valid for a period of three years, but yearly recertification in CPR Level C is recommended.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • None


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  • FAC - 021 Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR Level C 1


    This is a comprehensive first aid course for those who require the skills and knowledge necessary to deal with life-threatening situations and to give assistance to people in physical distress. The RC Standard First Aid course is now recognized by WorkSafe BC as a valid equivalent certification for the Occupational First Aid Level 1. Certification is transferable between provinces and recognized nationally for workplace requirements. Includes all of the content of the Emergency First Aid course (FAC 020) plus injuries due to heat and cold, medical conditions, bone and joint injuries, head and spinal injuries. Certification is by the Red Cross and is valid for a period of three years, but yearly recertification in CPR Level C is recommended.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • None


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  • FAC - 023 Red Cross Instructor First Aid & CPR Recertification Course


    This course is for current Red Cross Instructor Trainers to recertify in First Aid & CPR program (CPRIT, FAIT). Certification is valid for 3 years. All prerequisites must be met.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • A current CRC First Aid Program Instructor certification. -Have taught a minimum of three Canadian Red Cross First Aid Program courses during the three-year certification period. -One course must have been taught in each Instructor designation seeking recertification (to the highest level of certification with each program area, recertification courses qualify) Courses which were taught in combination (example: Standard First Aid and CPR C) do not count as separate courses for the purpose of recertification prerequisites.


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  • FAC - 024 Red Cross Instructor First Aid & CPR Course


    This course is for individuals wishing to become certified as a Red Cross First Aid & CPR-Basic Level program instructors (CPRIT, FAIT). Certification is valid for 3 years. All prerequisites must be met.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Must be 18 years or older. Successfully complete the Fundamentals of Instruction-First Aid Programs online component (approx. 8 hours)


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  • FAC - 025 Red Cross First-Aid Instructor (Option # 2)


    The Red Cross First-Aid Instructor (Option #2) course is for Red Cross Water Safety Instructors or educators (elementary or secondary level) who want to become certified as a Red Cross First-Aid Instructor. This course provides candidates with the knowledge and skills necessary to teach Canadian Red Cross first aid and CPR courses. The candidates are expected to have finely tuned first aid and CPR technical skills, therefore this course focuses on how to teach and facilitate first aid and CPR skills. With this certification you would be able to teach the Canadian Red Cross Standard First-Aid, Emergency First-Aid, Marine Basic First-Aid, Babysitting Emergency Childcare First-Aid, AED, CPR HCP, CPR C and CPR A as well as the recertification for all of these course. In order to complete certification, all instructor candidates must complete teaching experience with a Teaching Experience Supervisor.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Must be 18 years or older. This course is for Red Cross Water Safety Instructors or educations (elementary or secondary level) who want to become certified as a Red Cross First-Aid Instructor. First Aid Certification (a valid participant certificate for the program you wish to teach)


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  • FAC - 026 Standard First Aid & CPR C Recertification


    Comprehensive recertification course offering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need training for work requirements or who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies at home. Course covers a variety of topics from basic (circulation & breathing emergencies, and prevention of disease transmission) to in-depth (sudden medical emergencies and injuries to the head and/or spine).

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Take proof of current SFA certification to class.


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  • FAC - 028 Professional Responder Instructor Training Course


    Designed for current Red Cross Instructors who wish to deliver Canadian Red Cross Professional Responder courses, including Basic Life Support (BLS), First Responder (FR), Advanced First Aid (AFA), Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Oxygen Therapy (OT), Marine Advanced First Aid (MAFA) and Airway Management (AM). Course content focuses on instructional techniques, including designing and supporting scenarios, organizing courses, and how to support dynamic, learner-centred classroom environments. Through our Instructor Development Centres, Instructors are supported with state-of-the-art instructional tools to help them customize the learning environment to the various provincial, industry and personal learning needs of the participants.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Candidates must hold a current Red Cross Instructor Certification.


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  • FAC - 030 Wilderness & Remote First Aid


    This course is designed for when 911 is not available, e.g., for hiking, boating, hunting, fishing, and farming. Certification period is 3 years. Students will be required to complete an NIC waiver.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Minimum 13 years of age, CPR Level A recommended and pre-read both books


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  • FAC - 031 Wilderness & Remote First Aid-Challenge


    This course is the same course as FAC 030, but with higher prerequisites for those who already have solid First Aid skills and therefore require less class time. Students will be required to complete an NIC waiver. (Certification period is three years).

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Minimum 13 years of age; current CPR Level C certification with Red Cross Standard First Aid, or WCB OFA Level 2 or 3, or EMT 77 Hour Advanced WorkPlace Level 3 within 6 months prior to course start date, and pre read both books


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  • FAC - 045 Cannabis in the Workplace: Training for Workers


    This online course aims to give employees the best possible understanding of the differences between medical and recreational cannabis, their responsibilities when using medical cannabis in the workplace, and employer responsibilities. This course explains the laws relating to human rights legislation and the duty to accommodate employees who have medical authorization to use cannabis.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • None


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  • FAC - 046 Cannabis in the Workplace: Management Training


    This online course provides participants with information about cannabis in the workplace, focusing on the issue of impairment and providing practical guidance to help develop and apply appropriate and effective policies and procedures. This course has been designed for business owners, organizational leaders, and those with management responsibilities.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • None


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  • FAC - 051 Mental Health First Aid-Basic


    Mental Health First Aid-Basic is intended for adults interacting with adults (18 years and older). This courses focuses on the four most common mental health disorders including substance related, mood related, anxiety and trauma related, and psychotic disorders. Participants who take this course are well prepared to interact confidently about mental health with their family, friends, communities, and workplaces.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Students 19 years of age


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  • FAC - 052 MHFA Adults Who Interact with Youth


    Mental Health First Aid helps students recognize the symptoms of mental health problems or crises. The course will provide tools and support for initial response in a crisis situation. You will cover the four most common disorders: anxiety & trauma related disorders, psychotic disorder, mood related disorders and substance related disorder plus eating disorders and deliberate self-injury. Participants who take this course will be well-prepared to respond and interact confidently, when faced with mental health situations at work and in their personal lives.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Students 16 years of age


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  • FAC - 055 Psychological First Aid


    This exciting program teaches everyone how to help others experiencing loss, grief and stress, and also self-care. Learners will come away with coping strategies to prevent, identify and deal with stressful events, and they will better understand what supports are available to them and how they can access or help others to access specialized support. This program uses the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model. The course consists of 3 components: There are two online components you MUST complete before doing the in class portion. The two online portions are Self-Care and Caring for Others which are approximately 45-90 minutes each to complete. Then the in class session which is 8 hours in length. PFA is built on the latest evidence-based research from the international community and was developed in response to a growing need within our communities and to address a gap in wellness program options with a focus on resiliency.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Students 18 years of age (recommended)


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  • FAC - 056 Psychological First Aid-Self-Care


    This exciting online program assists learners from youth to seniors in developing a personal understanding of the effects of stress, loss, grief and trauma, with an emphasis on self-care and personal protection. Learners will be introduced to the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model and will learn how to cope with the effects of various types of stress. This course can be taken as a stand-alone course or in combination with the Psychological First Aid-Caring for Others online course to supplement and strengthen an overall wellness program. We also provide a full program which includes the two online courses and the in class training session. PFA is built on the latest evidence-based research from the international community and was developed in response to a growing need within our communities and to address a gap in wellness program options with a focus on resiliency.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Students 14 years of age (recommended)


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  • FAC - 057 Psychological Faid-Caring for Others


    This exciting online program assists learners from youth to seniors in developing a personal understanding of the effects of stress, loss, grief and trauma on others, with an emphasis on caring for others. Learners will be introduced to the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model and will learn how to support others to cope with the effects of various types of stress. This course can be taken as a stand-alone course or in combination with the Psychological First Aid-Self-Care online course to supplement and strengthen an overall wellness program. We also provide a full program which includes the two online courses and the in class training session. PFA is built on the latest evidence-based research from the international community and was developed in response to a growing need within our communities and to address a gap in wellness program options with a focus on resiliency.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Students 16 years of age (recommended)


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  • FAC - 062 Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR Level HCP


    This is a comprehensive first aid course for those who require the skills and knowledge necessary to deal with life-threatening situations and to give assistance to people in physical distress. Includes all of the content of the Emergency First Aid course (FAC 020 ) plus injuries due to heat and cold, medical conditions, bone and joint injuries, head and spinal injuries, and moving and transportation. Adult, child and infant CPR techniques for health care providers and other professional rescuers. Skills taught and practiced include one and two-rescuer CPR with pulse checks, bag valve mask, respiratory arrest, AED, and management of the obstructed airway in the adult, child and infant. Certification is by the Red Cross and is valid for a period of three years, but yearly recertification in CPR Level HCP is recommended.


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  • FAC - 070 Skills of Survival-Level 1


    In this course students are introduced to basic survival theory though lecture, discussion, and demonstrations in the skills of wilderness crafts and tools. Topics include the seven enemies of survival, survival philosophy, theory of survival, and preparation of a First Aid kit to suit personal needs. Food and water requirements, as well as the option of fasting, will be covered. Students will appreciate the need for water and understand the dangers of exposure. They will have opportunity to develop skills such as cordage making, flint and steel fire lighting, construction of a buddy burner and making a willow whistle. Upon completion, students should have a comprehensive understanding of Basic Wilderness Survival Skill concepts, and be ready for advancement to Level 2 (FAC 071 ). An NIC waiver will be required.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • At least an 8-hour First Aid course is recommended. FAC 030  or equivalent (other Wilderness courses).


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  • FAC - 071 Skills of Survival-Level 2


    This course advances knowledge acquired in Level I by applying skills in a day of hands-on activities. Focus will be on shelter and bough bed construction, fire skills, cooking over open fire with varied suspension systems and knife skills via wilderness crafting. On completion, students will have the practical skills to survive in the wilderness for up to four days, the skills necessary to combat West Coast weather extremes, and competency in fire skills. An NIC waiver will be required.

    Prerequisite(s):


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  • FAC - 081 Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR Level C - Blended Learning


    This is a comprehensive first aid course for those who require the skills and knowledge necessary to deal with life-threatening situations and to give assistance to people in physical distress. Students must complete the theory portion online prior to the in class day. The theory includes reading and short quizzes at the end of each unit. It takes approximately 2 - 3 hrs. The practical training and final test are done on the in class day. The Blended RC Standard First Aid course is recognized by WorkSafe BC as a valid equivalent certification for the Occupational First Aid Level. Certification is transferable between provinces and recognized nationally for workplace requirements. Includes all of the content of the Emergency First Aid course (FAC 021) plus injuries due to heat and cold, medical conditions, bone and joint injuries, head and spinal injuries. Certification is by the Red Cross and is valid for a period of three years, but yearly recertification in CPR Level C is recommended.

    Prerequisite(s): Theory portion must be completed online before students attend class.


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  • FAC - 082 Marine Basic First Aid & CPR C


    The Marine Basic First Aid course meets defined Federal Transport Canada Marine Safety Training Standards for Marine First Aid. This course provides individuals with a basic training level of First Aid and CPR required by the Marine Industry. Certification is by the Canadian Red Cross with a certification period of three years.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Some previous knowledge of First Aid/ CPR is recommended, but not required.


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  • FAC - 084 Marine Advanced First Aid & CPR C


    The Marine Advanced course will cover the Red Cross; first aid kit; body structure and function; toxicological hazards; examination of person or patient (oxygen administration); spinal Injuries; burns, scalds and effects of cold and heat; fractures, dislocations and muscular injuries; medical care of rescued persons; radio medical advice; pharmacology; sterilization and cardiac arrest, drowning and asphyxia. Certification is by Canadian Red Cross and is valid for three years.

    Prerequisite(s):
    • Minimum of 16 years of age. Some previous knowledge of Frist Aid/ CPR is recommended, but not required.


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