Learn the basics and beyond in first aid and safety training. Let our trained instructors take you through the basics and beyond of how to keep yourself, your family and your co-workers healthy and safe in any situation. Our courses include Red Cross and WorkSafeBC certifications, avalanche training, firearms and hunting, and first aid for mental health. This category also includes wildfire fighting, babysitter and bear aware training.
Please note:
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Students are advised to wear long pants, shoes, and socks during all first aid courses.
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First aid courses are physically demanding and require people to be in good physical condition.
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Sometimes industries change the level of first aid required, so we advise you to consult with your employer, potential employer, organization, association or institution about what level of first aid you are required to have.
Resources
Occupational First Aid Level 2 Manual
This manual is designed to accompany Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 2 training courses. Visit WorkSafeBC to download the most current Occupational First Aid Level 2 manual version.
Occupational First Aid Level 3 Manual
This manual is designed to accompany Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 3 training courses. Visit WorkSafeBC to download the most current Occupational First Aid Level 3 manual version.
Canadian Firearms Safety Manual
This manual is designed to accompany the Canadian Firearms Safety: Non-Restricted and Restricted courses. Visit the Government of Canada website to download the digital version.
Courses
Air Brakes Endorsement: Single Unit
To operate vehicles equipped with air brakes on a highway (other than a vehicle defined as a construction vehicle), you must have a BC Driver's licence with an air brake endorsement.
Babysitter Certificate: Red Cross
This course, open to youth aged 11–14, will teach general first-aid, basic childcare, what to do in an emergency, crafts, games and more.
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS) replaces the certification formerly known as CPR Level HCP.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Recertification
Renew your knowledge of Basic Life Support and recertify your 1-year ticket.
Basic Life Support (BLS) with Oxygen Therapy (Dual Certificate)
This combined course is for in-facility care providers, including nursing staff, care aides, medical and dental professionals, and pre-hospital care providers, which may include professionals in fire service, rescue teams, sports medicine, lifeguards and ski patrol.
Canadian Firearms Safety: Non-Restricted Firearms
Learn safe handling of all common firearms along with how to collect history on a gun and safe shooting techniques. This course is required to apply for your Possession & Acquisition License (PAL).
Canadian Firearms Safety: Restricted Firearms
This course is required to obtain your Restricted Possession and Acquisition License (RPAL).
Combined S-100 Fire Suppression and S-185 Fire Entrapment Avoidance
Required by WorkSafeBC for all forest workers who may fight fires. Learn how to safely and effectively perform wildland fire suppression tasks.
CPR Level C (Red Cross)
This course is for police, firefighters, first responders, workplace teams, nursing students, lifeguards as well as the general public. You'll learn CPR skills for people of all ages, along with use of barrier devices and automated external defibrillator (AED).
CPR Level C Recertification
Renew your knowledge of CPR-C.
Emergency Child Care First Aid with CPR
Learn what to do when a child needs urgent medical attention.
Emergency First Aid with CPR C (Worksafe OFA 1 Equivalent)
An overview of first aid and CPR C for the home or workplace.
Fall Protection
Learn fall protection systems and review the regulations and standards to keep you safe.
Hunter Training (CORE)
The CORE course covers Safe Firearms handling, conservation, ethics, law & regulations, first aid & survival, and bird and animal identification. This course is required for BC residents 18+ years to obtain a BC Hunting Licence.
Occupational First Aid (OFA): Level 1
Learn CPR/AED, how to deal with minor wounds, airway breathing, circulatory emergencies, and more. Completion of records and reports is part of the course. Know what to do until the paramedics arrive.
Occupational First Aid (OFA): Level 1 Instructor Training
Are you passionate about first aid and would like to share your knowledge and experience with others? Get certified to teach WorkSafe BC Occupational First Aid Level 1.
Occupational First Aid (OFA): Level 1 Recertification
This course is intended to re-certify current (not expired) OFA 1 certificate holders.
Occupational First Aid (OFA): Level 2
Occupational First Aid Level 2 is a comprehensive and intense 35-hour workplace first aid training course where students learn assessment and treatment skills required to be an OFA attendant who provides first aid care in the industry.
Occupational First Aid (OFA): Level 3
Occupational First Aid Level 3 is the most comprehensive highest level of care Occupational First Aid Course.
Occupational First Aid (OFA): Level 3 Refresher
Occupational First Aid Level 3 Refresher is designed for those who currently possess their OFA 3 certification and are looking to recertify.
Occupational First Aid (OFA): Transportation Endorsement
With your Transportation Endorsement, you will learn more advanced patient assessment and critical intervention procedures while moving patients with spinal injuries to medical aid.
Oxygen Therapy
Designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to correctly identify when it is necessary to administer supplemental oxygen.
Psychological First Aid
Psychological First Aid (PFA) is about taking care of yourself—your thoughts, feelings and emotions when you have experienced stress, crisis or trauma—and then being there for family, friends, and community when they are having difficulty coping.
Red Cross First Aid and CPR Instructor Training
Share your passion for first aid and safety with others by becoming an instructor. First aid instructors are in demand across the country, and Red Cross First Aid & CPR Instructor certification is recognized nationally.
Standard First Aid with CPR Level C (Workplace OFA 1 Equivalent)
This two-day course includes comprehensive first aid and CPR techniques for emergency response in the home or workplace.
Standard First Aid with CPR Level C Recertification
Refresh your knowledge of Standard First Aid with CPR C.
Traffic Control Person (TCP)
The Traffic Control Person (TCP) training course consists of a mix of theoretical and practical work. It includes hands-on training to prepare you for a wide range of situations and to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to meet all road safety requirements in the province of British Columbia.
Wilderness First Aid (40 hours)
Wilderness and remote environments require specialized skills, and training. Whether your are an outdoor recreation enthusiast, live or work in a wilderness or remote setting, or work as a professional rescuer, Wilderness First Aid is designed to meet your needs.
Workplace Hazardous Materials (Online)
Hazardous materials abound in many workplaces. Identify hazardous products, read and make labels, understand where to find treatment if you or someone else is exposed.