Advanced First Aid – Dawson Creek
October 10, 2026 8:00 am
October 17, 2026 5:30 pm
October 17, 2026 5:30 pm
Venue:
Dawson Creek
The Advanced First Aid course (formerly Occupational First Aid Level 3) is a comprehensive 70-80 hour program designed for first aid attendants working in high-risk industries or remote locations in British Columbia. This training focuses on the “Priority Action Approach,” teaching attendants to assess and preserve life in critical trauma and medical emergencies where professional medical help may be delayed. Successful completion results in a certification that is valid for three years and is required for the primary attendant on many major industrial worksites.
Priority Action Approach to emergency scene management
Advanced airway management and oxygen therapy
Critical interventions for respiratory and circulatory emergencies (shock, bleeding)
Assessment and immobilization of head, spinal, and pelvic injuries
Management of medical emergencies such as stroke, diabetes, and cardiac arrest
Patient packaging and transport decision-making
Valid Government-issued photo identification
Participants must be at least 16 years of age
Physical capability to perform strenuous activities like CPR and lifting patients
Note: While not a strict prerequisite, holding a Basic First Aid (Level 1) certificate is strongly recommended due to the fast pace and intensity of this course.
How long is the course? The course typically runs for 10 consecutive weekdays (Monday to Friday for two weeks), totaling approximately 70 to 80 hours of training.
Is there homework? Yes, this is an academically demanding course; students are expected to study nightly to pass the written and practical exams.
What happens if my certificate expires? The certification is valid for three years; if it expires, you must retake the full course, though a shorter “recertification” week is often available if you register before your current ticket expires.
Is it physically demanding? Yes, you will be required to perform physically strenuous tasks, including prolonged kneeling, bending, and lifting other participants during rescue simulations.
4717 51st St NW,
Chetwynd,
BC V0C 1J0
11000 8th St Unit 44,
Dawson Creek,
BC V1G 4K6
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