The EMR program is quickly becoming one of the most sought after certificates in pre-hospital care. It trains candidates in the latest techniques for emergency care in the workplace and entry into the ambulance service. The EMR certificate is recognized by WCB of Alberta and WorkSafeBC as equivalent to OFA Level 3 and is accepted by the EMA Licensing Branch of BC and the Alberta College of Paramedics for the application for exam for EMR licensure.

With the recent acceptance by WorkSafeBC of this program, employers are looking to have their first aid requirements met by successful EMR candidates in place of the Level 3. The EMR program allows more flexibility for First Aid Attendants to use medications and protocols in the workplace while meeting regulatory requirements. It will also allow many communities to upgrade the training of local first responders and new ambulance hires.

Prerequisites: OFA Level 3 First Aid

Course Length: 96 Hours

- 2 Weeks ( Monday to Sunday 9-5 )

- 3 Weeks ( Monday to Friday 9-5 )

- 5 Weeks ( Mon 6-10, Wed 6-10, Sat 9-5, Sun 9-5 )

- Custom times for companies

Course Cost: $ 1100.00

Cost Includes: Textbook, Handouts, Examination, Parking Passes

Examination: Mid-Term Written, Final Written & Practical 70% needed on all

Certificate: Good for 3 years

- Assess and manage life-threatening traumatic emergencies

- Assess and manage life-threatening medical emergencies

- Assess patient vital signs

- How to conduct chest auscultations

- Administer one and two person CPR

- Perform basic wound & fracture management ex. application of a Sager Splint

- Maintain airways and ventilation with a Pocket Mask and Bag-Valve-Mask

- Conduct lifting, loading, extrication, and transportation of patients safely

- Perform spinal immobilization and cervical immobilization

- Emergency childbirth

- Perform oropharyngeal airway suctioning

- Perform oxygen administration

- Proper use of an Automated External Defibrillator

- Maintain intravenous lines

- Administer Nitroglycerin, Glucogel, Nitrous Oxide (Entinox) as medications