First Aid and CPR Courses in Medicine Hat
First Aid and CPR courses in Medicine Hat are listed below or you can download the PDF course list.
Medicine Hat centre details
346-4th Street SE T1A 0K2
Ph: 1-800-665-7114
Fax: 587-701-3327
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Course
Emergency First Aid (CSA Basic) with CPR A & AED
$110 • 1 day
In this one-day course, students will learn to recognize and provide interventions for life-threatening emergencies until medical aid arrives. Topics include: CPR and choking for adults, shock and unconsciousness, severe bleeding, head & spinal injuries, major medical conditions, and AED training and certification.
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2020 Course Dates
Weekdays | 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
JAN: 7, 15, 21, 29
FEB: 5, 11, 18, 25
MAR: 4, 10, 18, 24
APR: 1, 7, 15, 21, 29
MAY: 5, 13, 19, 27
JUNE: 2, 10, 16, 24
JULY: 7, 15, 21, 29
AUG: 4, 12, 18, 26
SEPT: 1, 9, 15, 23, 29
OCT: 7, 13, 21, 27
NOV: 4, 17, 25
DEC: 1, 9, 15
Sat | 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
JAN: 4, 18
FEB: 8, 22
MAR: 7, 21
APR: 4, 18
MAY: 9, 23
JUNE: 13, 27
JULY: 4, 18
AUG: 8, 22
SEPT: 12, 26
OCT: 3,17
NOV: 7, 21
DEC: 5, 12
Course
Standard First Aid (CSA Intermediate) A/C Blended
Learning In-class Assessment
$130 • 1 day
Online theory pre-requisite required ($25).
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2020 Course Dates
Thurs or Fri | 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
JAN: 10, 23
FEB: 6, 20
MAR: 13, 26
APR: 2, 23
MAY: 1, 21
JUNE: 10, 18
JULY: 10, 23
AUG: 14, 20
SEPT: 4, 17
OCT: 1, 29
NOV: 12, 27
DEC: 3, 17
Standard First Aid (CSA Intermediate) with CPR C & AED
$155 • 2 day
This two-day course covers all the skills in Emergency First Aid plus first aid for other injuries and illnesses including head and spinal injuries, fractures of the upper and lower limbs. This course includes Level C CPR training and certification (Adult, Child, Infant, and 2-rescuer resuscitation) and AED training and certification.
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2020 Course Dates
Weekdays | 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
JAN: 7&8, 15&16, 21&22, 29&30
FEB: 5&6, 11&12, 18&19, 25&26
MAR: 4&5, 10&11, 18&19, 24&25
APR: 1&2, 7&8, 15&16, 21&22, 29&30
MAY: 5&6, 13&14, 19&20, 27&28
JUNE: 2&3, 10&11, 16&17, 24&25
JULY: 7&8, 15&16, 21&22, 29&30
AUG: 4&5, 12&13, 18&19, 26&27
SEPT: 1&2, 9&10, 15&16, 23&24, 29&30
OCT: 7&8, 13&14, 21&22, 27&28
NOV: 4&5, 17&18, 25&26
DEC: 1&2, 9&10, 15&16
Sat & Sun | 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
JAN: 4&5, 18&19
FEB: 8&9, 22&23
MAR: 7&8, 21&22
APR: 4&5, 18&19
MAY: 9&10, 23&24
JUNE: 13&14, 27&28
JULY: 4&5, 18&19
AUG: 8&9, 22&23
SEPT: 12&13, 26&27
OCT: 3&4, 17&18
NOV: 7&8, 21&22
DEC: 5&6, 12&13
Standard First Aid (CSA Intermediate) with CPR C & AED
Recertification (Challenge)
$155 • 1 day
This 1-day recertification is a challenge of the Standard First Aid course content and requires the student to demonstrate essential skills as well as pass the theoretical exam. This challenge is open to those who have a current Standard First Aid certificate from an Alberta OH&S approved program — with Level A or C CPR and with or without AED. If the certificate is from out-of-province then a full course must be taken.
The recertification is intended for those who use their First Aid skills on a regular basis and are able to demonstrate their competency in all required skill areas. Unsuccessful candidates will be required to take a full course at their cost; there are no refunds or re-tests.
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2020 Course Dates
Thur or Fri | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
JAN: 10, 23
FEB: 6, 20
MAR: 13, 26
APR: 2, 23
MAY: 1, 21
JUNE: 5, 18
JULY: 10, 23
AUG: 14, 20
SEPT: 4, 17
OCT: 1, 29
NOV: 12, 27
DEC: 3, 17
Standard First Aid (CSA Intermediate) with Basic Life
Support (HCP)
$170 • 2 days
This course is intended for Health Care Providers and includes all the skills in Emergency First Aid plus first aid for other injuries and illnesses, including head and spinal injuries, fractures of the upper and lower limbs, and the Health Care Provider (HCP) level of CPR and AED.
If you’re taking HCP CPR to meet a program pre-requisite or licensing body requirement we encourage you to check that this course will allow you to qualify. Not all schools and licensing bodies accept all approved programs.
Minimum age: 16 years
Formerly Standard First Aid + HCP CPR
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2020 Course Dates
Sat & Sun | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
FEB: 22&23
APR: 18&19
MAY: 30&31
JUNE: 27&28
JULY: 25&26
AUG: 22&23
OCT: 3&4
DEC: 5&6
Babysitting Basics
$50 • 1 days
This course is intended for youths 11 years of age and older who want to look after infants and young children. Participants will learn basic skills which will prepare them to deal with emergency situations plus general principles of caring for infants and young children.
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2020 Course Dates
Weekdays | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
JULY: 13
AUG: 17
Sat | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
FEB: 8
MAY: 9
SEPT: 19
NOV: 21
CPR A & AED
$60 • 1/2 day
In this course, students will learn to activate Emergency Medical Services, provide assistance to an adult whose heart has stopped or who is choking, and learn to recognize signs and symptoms of stroke. This course also includes AED certification.
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Please call 1 (800) 665-7114 and ask for the Medicine Hat Centre.
CPR C & AED Recertificaiton
$65 • 1/2 day
This is for current CPR certificate holders who wish to renew their CPR and AED certification. It tests skills and it is expected that students will have reviewed the course materials prior to the class.
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Please call 1 (800) 665-7114 and ask for the Medicine Hat Centre.
BLS – Basic Life Support (HCP)
$105 • 1 day
Formerly Health Care Provider CPR (HCP CPR)
This course is for individuals who are working or plan to be working in the Health Care field and require the Basic Life Support level of CPR. This course includes resuscitation skills for Health Care Providers and advanced skills such as artificial respiration and use of a bag valve masks and AEDs.
If you’re taking BLS CPR to meet a program pre-requisite or licensing body requirement, we encourage you to check that this course will allow you to qualify. Not all schools and licensing bodies accept all approved programs.
Minimum age: 16 years
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2020 Course Dates
Sat | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
FEB: 22
APR: 18
MAY: 30
JUNE: 27
JULY: 25
AUG: 22
OCT: 3
DEC: 5
Two Evenings | 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
JAN: 28&29
MAR: 17&18
MAY: 12&13
JULY: 7&8
AUG: 4&5
SEPT: 15&16
NOV: 25&26
DEC: 15&16
BLS – Basic Life Support (HCP) Recertification (2016 Guidelines)
$70 • 4 hours
This course is for individuals who have a current BLS/HCP Level CPR certificate and wish to recertify their skills. Minimum age: 16 years
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2020 Course Dates
Evenings | 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
FEB: 4
APR: 28
JUNE: 9
JULY: 28
AUG: 25
SEPT: 29
NOV: 3
Weekends | 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
JAN: 18
MAY: 23
AUG: 8
OCT: 17
Medical First Responder (MFR)
$500 • 40 hours
This 40 hour course exceeds Standard First Aid content and covers topics including, HCP CPR, AED, oxygen administration, trauma and medical emergencies, spinal motion restriction, and basic anatomy and physiology. This course is ideal for Volunteer Fire Departments and those needing additional First Aid knowledge and skills. Approximately 12 hours of pre-course work is required in advance of the course start date and is in addition to the scheduled class time. Note: This course is not equivalent to Advanced First Aid (OHS approved 80 hour course) or the EMR Program (120 hour course that meets EMR registration requirements for the Alberta College of Paramedics). Minimum age: 16 years.
Pre-requisite: Standard First Aid – Level C CPR current within 1 year of course date, issued from any Alberta Workplace Health & Safety recognized training agency.
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Please contact 1 (800) 665-7114 for class dates and availability.
Advanced First Aid (AFA)
$1,200 • 80 hours
This 80-hour course provides a more in-depth coverage of basic First Aid and also includes triage, rescue, advanced packaging, oxygen administration, and AED certification. It is ideal for workplace first aiders and response teams requiring a higher level of training and First Aiders and response teams requiring a higher level of training and meets OH&S requirements for Advanced First Aid. Minimum age: 16 years.
Pre-requisite: Standard First Aid current within 1 year from any Alberta Workplace Health & Safety recognized training agency.
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2020 Course Dates
Mon to Fri (2 weeks) | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
OCT: 26-30
NOV: 2-6
Advanced First Aid Recertification (Challenge)
$600 • 3 days
This course is designed for individuals who require recertification of their Advanced First Aid certificate. Essential skills are reviewed along with any changes in protocol or scope of practice. To be eligible for Advanced First Aid recertification the student’s last course must have been a complete AFA course. Min. age: 16 years
Pre-requisite: Current SJA Advanced First Aid certificate.
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2020 Course Dates
Tue to Thur | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FEB: 25-27
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
Blended 360 hours
$3,175
The Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Program is intended to prepare candidates for work in the pre-hospital emergency care field, emergency response, and for workers located in remote settings and high-risk occupations such as search and rescue. The program length is a total of 260 hours and consists of 164 hours in-class, approximately 80 hours of online course work, and 16 hours of patient engagement. In addition, there is approximately 100 hours of pre-course self-study required prior to the program start date and completion of an approved Alberta Paramedic Driver Operator Course (APDOC) within 15 weeks from program commencement.
Minimum age: 18 years
Pre-requisite: Candidates must meet the following minimum pre-requisites to be eligible to attend the EMR course:
a) 18 years of age or older
b) Valid Alberta Class 5 Operator’s License
c) Current certification (within one year) for Standard First Aid with Level C CPR/AED or BLS (HCP) from an Alberta Workplace Health & Safety recognized training agency
d) High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
Must include:
i. English 30-1, 30-2 or equivalent;
ii. Math 10 Pure or 20-1 or equivalent or Math 20 Applied or 20-2 or equivalent; and
iii. Biology 30 or equivalent.
Program Co-requisite
To meet eligibility requirements for the Alberta College of Paramedics exam and licensure, candidates are required to successfully complete an approved Alberta Paramedic Driver Operator Course (APDOC). Candidates must provide proof of successful completion within 15 weeks of commencing the EMR Program. Course fee for the APDOC is currently not included in the EMR Program fees. Registration and payment for the APDOC
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Please contact 1 (800) 665-7114 for class dates and availability.
Instructor Development Program (IDP)
$650 • 40 hours
The IDP Program prepares participants to become nationally qualified St. John Ambulance First Aid and CPR Instructors. This 40-hour course is comprised of three modules: 1) Instructor Development – includes the application of adult learning principles, presentation skills, training strategies, coaching skills, evaluation techniques, and demonstration skills; 2) Administration, Policies & Procedures; and 3) Curriculum Orientation. Min. age: 18 years
Upon successful completion of the course, candidates are required to team-teach and be monitored for certification as a St. John Ambulance Instructor and to qualify for instructor licensing by Alberta Council. The certificate is valid for three years.
Pre-requisites: St. John Ambulance’s Enhanced Standard First Aid certificate, completed within 6 months of course start date. Candidates are also required to provide evidence of a clear criminal record dated within 6 months of application date, prior to registration.
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2020 Course Dates
Fri Evenings | 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Sat & Sun | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
MAR: 6-8 & 13-15
SEPT: 11-13 & 18-20
2020 Course Dates
Weekday Evenings | 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
JAN: 16
MAR: 12
JUNE: 11
OCT: 22
Safety of the Farm & Standard First Aid
$170 • 2 days
Safety on the Farm is a 2 hour add-on module that introduces participants to safety on the farm and emergency preparedness. The content addresses common hazards on farms, potential risks, injury prevention, emergency response procedures and control measures to reduce hazards. This module is intended to be added to CPR, EFA or SFA courses to ensure participants also receive important lifesaving skills. Essentially, this becomes a “combo” course and participants receive two certificates: one for the First Aid/CPR course selected and one for Safety on the Farm.
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Please contact 1 (800) 665-7114 for class dates and availability.
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