Surrey Location
72 Hours
Time: Mon-Fri 8:00 – 4:30
$895.
A 72-hour first aid course designed with the rural or attendant in heavy industry in mind. A prerequisite for employment with the BC Ambulance Service, many ski patrols and some Fire / Police Departments.
Covers the basics of airway, breathing and circulation – includes how to deal with obstructed airways, breathing distress, bleeding control, Shock and one and two person CPR. In addition, continuing patient assessment, hard collar application, securing a patient to a spine board, upper and lower limb splinting and minor wound care are covered. Completion of records and reports are an integral part of the course.
Course fees include textbooks and Exams.
Written and practical exams are required after the course is completed.
A minimum mark of 70% is required, on both the written and practical exams.
- 3 year certificate will be issued upon successful completion.
- Prerequisite: Must be 16 years of age.
- WorkSafe BC ‘Statement of Fitness’ is required.
- Bring Photo Identification
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