This course mentors and assesses Basic First Aid Instructor Candidates in alignment with WorkSafeBC First Aid Program standards. Candidates will complete two co-teaching sessions followed by a formal Assessment of Competency (AOC). Certification is awarded only upon successful completion of the AOC.
This course includes:
- Structured teaching practice
- Personalized coaching and mentorship
- Standardized evaluation using WorkSafeBC-approved tools.
Candidates who successfully complete all teaching modules and pass the AOC will receive:
- Basic First Aid Instructor Certificate
- Required documentation for their Instructor File
This certification qualifies participants to deliver Basic First Aid training and certification under an approved WorkSafeBC training partner.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Assessment of Competency requirements outlined in Article 5.6 of the WorkSafeBC First Aid Program Standards.
Prerequisites:
- Be at least 18 years of age prior to instructor training.
- Have held a basic first aid certificate or higher-level certification for a minimum of one year.
- Out of Jurisdiction package
- Have proof of a minimum of one year of experience as a designated first aid attendant or first aid responder at a basic level or higher.
Previous Instructor Training: (5.5.2: Instructor candidates have Instructional Skills):
Candidates must have completed one of the following:
- Formal instructor training program
- First Aid instructor orientation
- Proof of instructor experience
This course qualifies for the StrongerBC future skills grant. You could be eligible for up to $3,500 toward tuition. Find out more and apply today.
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