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FIRST AID &SAFETY TRAININGwww.sja.ca

12304 - 118 Avenue T5L 5G8

Ph: 780-452-6161

or 1-800-665-7114

Fax: 780-453-1632

e-mail: [email protected]

EDMONTON



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Emergency First Aid

with CPR A & AED

$105 • 1 day

Mon or Tues or Thurs8 am to 4 pm

Jan: 2, 5, 6, 8, 12, 13, 15, 19, 20, 22,26, 27, 29

Feb: 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 12, 17, 19, 23,24, 26

Mar: 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 12, 16, 17, 19, 23,24, 26, 30, 31

Apr: 2, 6, 7, 9, 13, 14, 16, 20, 21, 23,27, 28, 30

May: 4, 5, 7, 11, 12, 14, 19, 21, 25,26, 28

June: 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, 11, 15, 16, 18, 22,23, 25, 29, 30

July: 2, 6, 7, 9, 13, 14, 16, 20, 21, 23,27, 28, 30

Aug: 4, 6, 10, 11, 13, 17, 18, 20, 24,25, 27, 31

Sept: 1, 3, 8, 10, 14, 15, 17, 21, 22,24, 28, 29

Oct: 1, 5, 6, 8, 13, 15, 19, 20, 22, 26,27, 29

Nov: 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 12, 16, 17, 19, 23,24, 26, 30

Dec: 1, 3, 7, 8, 10, 14, 15, 17, 21, 22,29, 31

Sat8 am to 4 pm

Jan: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Feb: 7, 14, 21, 28

Mar: 7, 14, 21, 28

Apr: 4, 11, 18, 25

May: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

June: 6, 13, 20, 27

July: 4, 11, 18, 25

Aug: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Sept: 5, 12, 19, 26

Oct: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Nov: 7, 14, 21, 28

Dec: 5, 12, 19

Standard First Aid with

CPR C & AED

$145 • 2 days

Tue & Wed or Thur & FriDay 18 am to 4:00 pm

Day 28 am to 4:30 pm

Jan: 6&7, 8&9, 13&14, 15&16, 20&21,

22&23, 27&28, 29&30

Feb: 3&4, 5&6, 10&11, 12&13,17&18, 19&20, 24&25, 26&27

Mar: 3&4, 5&6, 10&11, 12&13,17&18, 19&20, 24&25, 26&27, 30&31

Apr: 1&2, 7&8, 9&10, 14&15, 16&17,21&22, 23&24, 28&29, 30& May 1

May: 5&6, 7&8, 12&13, 14&15,19&20, 21&22, 26&27, 28&29

June: 2&3, 4&5, 9&10, 11&12,16&17, 18&19, 23&24, 25&26, 29&30

July: 2&3, 7&8, 9&10, 14&15, 16&17,21&22, 23&24, 28&29, 30&31

Aug: 4&5, 6&7, 11&12, 13&14,18&19, 20&21, 25&26, 27&28

Sept: 1&2, 3&4, 8&9, 10&11, 15&16,

17&18, 22&23, 24&25, 29&30

Oct: 1&2, 6&7, 8&9, 13&14, 15&16,20&21, 22&23, 27&28, 29&30

Nov: 3&4, 5&6, 9&10, 12&13, 17&18,19&20, 24&25, 26&27

Dec: 1&2, 3&4, 8&9, 10&11, 15&16,17&18, 22&23, 29&30

Sat & Sun


Day 2

8 am to 4:30 pm

Jan: 3&4, 10&11, 17&18, 24&25,31&Feb 1

Feb: 7&8, 14&15, 21&22, 28&Mar 1

Mar: 7&8, 14&15, 21&22, 28&29

Apr: 4&5, 11&12, 18&19, 25&26

May: 2&3, 9&10, 16&17, 23&24,30&31

June: 6&7, 13&14, 20&21, 27&28

July: 4&5, 11&12, 18&19, 25&26

Aug: 1&2, 8&9, 15&16, 22&23,29&30

Sept: 5&6, 12&13, 19&20, 26&27

Oct: 3&4, 10&11, 17&18, 24&25, 31&Nov1

Nov: 7&8, 14&15, 21&22, 28&29,

Dec: 5&6, 12&13, 19&20

Standard First Aid

with CPR A & AED

Recertification

(Challenge)

$145 • 1 day

Mon8 am to 4 pm

Jan: 5, 19

Feb: 2

Mar: 2, 16

Apr: 6, 20

May: 11

June: 15, 29

July: 6, 20

Aug: 10, 24

Sept: 21

Oct: 19

Nov: 2, 16

Dec: 14

Standard First Aid

with CPR C & AED

Recertification

(Challenge)

$145 • 1 day

Mon8 am to 5 pm

Jan: 12, 26

Feb: 9, 23

Mar: 9, 23, 30

Apr: 13, 27

May: 4, 25

June: 1, 8, 22

July: 13, 27

Aug: 17, 31

Sept: 14, 28

Oct: 5, 26

Nov: 9, 23, 30

Dec: 7, 21

Enhanced First Aid wit

CPR & AED

$210 • 3 days

Mon to Wed

Day 1 & 38 am to 4:00 pm


Jan: 12-14

Feb: 2-4

Mar: 2-4

Apr: 6-8

May: 4-6

June: 1-3

July: 6-8

Aug: 10-12

Sept: 28-30

Oct: 5-7

Nov: 2-4

Dec: 7-9

Thur to Sat Day 1 & 38 am to 4:00 pm


Jan: 29-31

Feb: 19-21

Mar: 26-28

Apr: 23-25

May: 21-23

June: 25-27

July: 23-25

Aug: 27-29

Sept: 17-19

Oct: 22-24

Nov: 26-28

Dec: 17-19

780-452-6161

EDMONTON



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Standard First Aid with

Health Care Provider

CPR

$160 • 2 days

Tue & Wed8 am to 4:30 pm

Jan: 20&21Feb: 17&18

Mar: 24&25

Apr: 21&22

May: 19&20

June: 16&17

July: 14&15

Aug: 4&5

Sept: 8&9

Oct: 13&14

Nov: 3&4

Dec: 15&16

BC / Alberta Certificate

Portability

$25

see page 5 for details

First Aid in Childcare

$125 • 2 days

Tue & Wed8 am to 5 pm

Jan: 27&28

Feb: 10&11

Mar: 3&4

Apr: 14&15

May: 26&27

June: 23&24

July: 7&8

Aug: 25&26

Sept: 29&30

Oct: 27&28

Nov: 17&18

Dec: 1&2

Sat & Sun8 am to 5 pm

Jan: 10&11, 24&25

Feb: 7&8, 21&22

Mar: 14&15, 28&29

Apr: 11&12, 25&26

May: 2&3, 30&31

June: 6&7, 27&28July: 11&12, 25&26

Aug: 8&9, 22&23

Sept: 19&20, 26&27

Oct: 17&18, 24&25

Nov: 7&8, 21&22

Dec: 12&13, 19&20

Babysitting Basics

$50 • 1 day

Sundays9 am to 4 pm

Mar: 29

July: 12

Aug: 9, 23

Nov: 15

CPR A & AED

$55 • 4 hours

Mon8 am to 12 pm

Jan: 5, 19

Feb: 2, 23

Mar: 2, 16, 30

Apr: 6, 20

May: 4, 25

June: 1, 15, 29

July: 6, 20

Aug: 10, 24

Sept: 14, 28

Oct: 5, 26

Nov: 2, 16, 30

Dec: 7, 21

Sat8 am to 12 pm

Jan: 3

Feb: 7

Mar: 7

Apr: 4

May: 2

June: 6July: 4

Aug: 1

Sept: 5

Oct: 3

Nov: 7

Dec: 5

CPR C & AED

$95 • 1 day

Mon8 am to 2:30 pm

Jan: 5, 19

Feb: 2, 23

Mar: 2, 16, 30

Apr: 6, 20

May: 4, 25

June: 1, 15, 29

July: 6, 20

Aug: 10, 24

Sept: 14, 28Oct: 5, 26

Nov: 2, 16, 30

Dec: 7, 21

Sat8 am to 2:30 pm

Jan: 3

Feb: 7

Mar: 7

Apr: 4

May: 2

June: 6

July: 4

Aug: 1

Sept: 5

Oct: 3

Nov: 7

Dec: 5

EDMONTON

• 662 volunteer

members provided

Community Servic

in a range of

programs including

First Aid ResponseTherapy Dog

Visitation, Volunte

CPR Instructors

with the Baby First

Program, and SJA

Ambassadors.

• 26,699 Communit

Service volunteer

hours were logged

• 765 peoplereceived First Aid

treatment by our

Volunteer First Aid

Responders at ove

758 community an

public events.

During 2013

St John

AmbulanceAlberta

Community

Service

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CPR C & AED

Recertification

$60 • ½ day

Mon8 am to 12 pm

Jan: 12, 26

Feb: 9

Mar: 9, 23

Apr: 13, 27

May: 11

June: 8, 22

July: 13, 27

Aug: 17, 31

Sept: 21

Oct: 19

Nov: 9, 23

Dec: 14

Health Care Provider

(HCP) CPR

$100 • 1 day

Mon8 am to 3:30 pm

Jan: 5, 12, 26

Feb: 2, 9

Mar: 2, 9, 23, 30

Apr: 6, 13, 27

May: 4, 25

June: 1, 8, 15, 29

July: 6, 13, 27

Aug: 10, 17, 31

Sept: 14, 28

Oct: 5, 26

Nov: 2, 9, 16, 30

Dec: 7, 21

Health Care

Provider (HCP) CPR

Recertification

$65 • ½ day

Mon8 am to 12 pm

Jan: 19Feb: 23

Mar: 16

Apr: 20

May: 11

June: 22

July: 20

Aug: 24

Sept: 21

Oct: 19

Nov: 23

Dec: 14

WHMIS (Workplace

Hazardous Material

Information System)

On-Line WHMIS Training$33

TDG (Transportation of

Dangerous Goods)

On-Line TDG Training$34.95

Medical First

Responder(MFR)

$500 • 40 hours

Mon to Fri (1 week)8 am to 5 pm

Apr: 20-24

Saturdays (5 weeks)8 am to 5 pm

June: 6 & 13 & 20 & 27 & July 4

Advanced First Aid

(AFA)

$1150 • 80 hours

Mon to Fri (2 weeks)8 am to 5 pm

Feb: 2-6 & 9-13

April: 6-10 & 13-17

May: 25-29 & June 1-5

Aug: 10-14 & 17-21

Oct: 19-23 & 26-30

Dec: 7-11 & 14-18

AFA Recertification

$550 • 3 days

8 am to 5 pm

Feb: 20-22

June: 5-7

Nov: 6-8

Emergency Medical

Responder (EMR)

$1600 • 120 hours

Mon to Fri (3 weeks)8 am to 5 pm

Closing date: Dec 12, 2014

Jan 5-9 & 12-16 & 19-23

Closing date: Jan 30

Feb 23-27 & Mar 2-6 & 9-13

Closing date: Apr 3Apr 27- May1 & 4-8 & 11- 15

Closing date: May 15June 8-12 & 15-19 & 22-26

Closing date: June 19July 13-17 & 20-24 & 27-31

Closing date: Aug 21Sept 14-18 &21-25 & 28- Oct 2

Closing date: Oct 23Nov 16-20 & 23-27 & 30-Dec 4

EMR Refresher

$600 • 4 days

8 am to 5 pm

Jan 29 - Feb1

May: 21 - 24

Aug: 27 - 30

Nov: 12 - 15

Instructor DevelopmenProgram (IDP)

$600 • 40 hours

Mon to Fri (1 week)8 am to 5 pm

Jan: 5-9

Mar: 23-27

May: 25-29

July: 13-17

Nov: 16-20

Evenings & Weekends

Fri6 pm to 10 pm


Sept: 4-6 & 11-13




Instructor

Recertification Skills

Workshop

$50 • 4 hours

Mon8 am to 12 noon

Jan: 5Feb: 2

Mar: 2

Apr: 6

May: 4

June: 1

July: 6

Aug: 10

Sept: 14

Oct: 5

Nov: 2

Dec: 7

Wilderness First Aid

Level I

$85 • 1 Day

Monday8 am to 5 pm

July: 6


Level II

$150 • 2 Days

Monday & Tuesday8 am to 5 pm

July: 6 & 7


Level III

$225 • 3 Days

Monday - Wednesday8 am to 5 pm

July: 6 - 8

Get a few friends or colleagues

together who have First Aid

training and practice different First

Aid scenarios. Then, enter your

team in the annual Provincial First

Aid Competition in the spring and

see how good your team really is!

Trophies are awarded to top teams

in each category during the evening

banquet.

This year’s Provincial First Aid

Competition will be held on Sat.,

May 2, 2015 in Edmonton. The

registration deadline is April 2, 2015

Check www.sja.ca

for registration information or

call 780.452.6565 ex.8245

First Aid

Competitionslockup prior to competition

banquet later that evening

awards presentation

EDMONTONChild Safety Seat

Technician Training

$125 • 2 days


Feb: 7 & 8

Apr: 18 & 19

June: 20 & 21

Dec: 5 & 6

Child Safety

Seat Technician

Recertification

$50 • ½ day

Sat8 am to 12:30 pm

Apr: 4

Nov: 14

Child Safety Seat

Information Sessions

FREE • 2 hours

Every third Wednesday of the mont

7 to 9 pm. Please call to register

780.452.6161




PRICINGSt John Ambulance is a self-funded,registered charity. Course fees providerevenue to support our volunteer com-munity services. You receive top qualitypublic training at a reasonable price

which ensures our mandates of com-munity service and First Aid training foras many people as possible. Courseprices include materials, registration andinstructional fees. Prices are subject tochange without notice.

METHOD OF PAYMENTFees must be paid in advance usingcash, Visa, Mastercard or Debit. Advancecredit approval must be obtained forcorporate invoicing.

CERTIFICATIONMost First Aid course certificates arevalid for three years. Annual CPR / AEDtraining is recommended.

CERTIFICATE PORTABILITY Each province and federal departmenthas its own First Aid legislation andspecific requirements for OccupationalHealth and Safety compliance. Wherecertificate portability is required fromone jurisdiction to another, please con-

sult your local St John Centre for furtherinformation.

CERTIFICATE REPLACEMENTSt John Ambulance certificates are num-bered and electronically recorded in acentralized national database. Replace-ment certificates can be obtained in per-son at any St John Ambulance locations.Please bring photo identification whenyou pick up your replacement certificate.The fee is $10.

CPR STANDARDS All cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)modules and courses are taught to StJohn Ambulance national standards,which are in accordance with the Inter-national Liaison Committee on Resusci-tation (ILCOR) recommendations.

CLASS CANCELLATIONSSt John Ambulance reserves the rightto cancel classes that do not reach the

minimum enrollment requirements or forextenuating circumstances. Every effortwill be made to notify all registrants ina timely manner prior to the class startdate. Fees for cancelled classes will berefunded in full or applied to anothercourse upon request.

STUDENT WITHDRAWALSStudents may formally withdraw froma class by contacting a St John Ambu-lance Centre prior to the class start dateby telephone, fax, or email. Studentsand companies are held responsiblefor courses in which they are registereduntil they formally withdraw from thecourse(s) within the refund deadlinedates. Please note: Non-attendancedoes not constitute a formal withdrawal.

REFUNDSStudents are eligible for a 100% refundless an administrative charge of $25if they formally withdraw at least twobusiness days prior to the class startdate with the exception of Medical FirstResponder, Advanced First Aid, EMRand Instructor Development courses, forwhich no refunds will be provided forstudent withdrawals with less than three(3) weeks notice of class start date.

Individuals who withdraw from the Medi-cal First Responder, Advanced First Aidor the Instructor Development Programprior to the three week close date areeligible for a full refund less the $25administration fee. Individuals who

withdraw from the EMR course prior tothe three week close date will receivea full refund less the administration fee

and the cost of the course books whichcannot be returned once purchased.The withdrawal refund may be applied toanother course upon request.

Students may transfer to another courseright up to the beginning of the originalcourse. Once the original course beginsand no transfer request has been made,it is considered a “no show”with theexception of AFA and EMR (same asrefund).

For private group course registrations,companies and groups are eligible for

a 100% refund less the administrativecharge of $150 if they formally withdrawat least two business days prior to theclass start date with the exception ofthe Medical First Responder, AdvancedFirst Aid, EMR and Instructor Develop-ment courses, for which no refunds willbe provided for student withdrawals withless than three weeks notice of class startdate. For the EMR program the cost ofthe books will be added to the $150administration fee for withdrawals. Therefund may be applied to another courseupon request.

Refunds will not be provided to studentswho do not withdraw within the dead-lines mentioned above.

Please also note that students who attendbut are unsuccessful in courses are noteligible for refunds.

GENERAL INFORMATION




BECOME A VOLUNTEERFIRST AID RESPONDER

STUDENT INFORMATIONTo ensure a safe and comfortable learning environment foreveryone while taking a course, please note:

1. Verbal or physical abuse, profanity or harassment from astudent will not be tolerated and will result in immediateremoval from class and no refund will be given. Companieswho have sent and paid for employees to attend class willbe notified.

2. If there is need for First Aid to be administered duringclass, the class instructor will be the designated First Aider.First Aid kits are located at the front reception desk and inthe hallways.

3. We cannot train an individual while they are under theinfluence of alcohol or drugs. If a student is under theinfluence, they will be removed from class and no refundwill be given. Companies who have sent and paid for that employee to attend class will be notified.

4. If there is a fire in the building, students are asked to

please follow the evacuation plan posted in each classroomand note the muster point. Fire extinguishers are locatedthroughout the building and at the front reception desk.Please note these locations.

1. CHOOSE THE LOCATION -

There are seven St John

Ambulance locations across

Alberta:

Calgary

Edmonton

Fort McMurray

Grande Prairie

Lethbridge

Medicine Hat

Red Deer

2. CHOOSE THE COURSE YOU WANT

Check out FAQ on page 8

or see Course descriptions

on the next page. A copy of

the Alberta OH&S First Aid

Requirement Schedules can be

found on page 13 (low hazard)

to page 15 (high hazard)

5. Students are asked to turn off cells phones or have them onvibrate mode once class commences. If a student must takea call, we ask they leave the room.

6. St. John Ambulance is not responsible for parking ticketsreceived while attending classes. Please park in the desig-nated spaces and observe all signage. If the parking lot isfull, please park off site and observe all signage.

7. The written and practical exercises are both mandatory forcertification. The instructor is responsible for evaluating thepractical skills performed by the students. Certificates willnot be issued to students who choose to not complete therequired exam and / or practical exercises.

8. There is no smoking inside St John Ambulance buildings.Smoking will only be permitted in designated smokingareas outside of our building.

9. We encourage students to wear comfortable clothing, bephysically capable of completing practical exercises, and be

respectful of others which includes refraining from wearingscented products and, if experiencing obvious signs of acommunicable illness, please transfer to a class a few dayslater.

Thank you for your co-operation.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR A CLASS:

3. CALL, WALK IN, OR FAX YOURREQUEST

Online registration is coming Jan 2015

4. PAYMENT IS REQUIRED AT TIME OFREGISTRATION BY CASH, CREDITOR DEBIT CARD, OR BY COMPANYCHEQUE

5. COMPANY REGISTRATIONS

Companies can arrange direct billing by

contacting their local branch

Company registration forms can be

downloaded from www.sja.ca. Select

location in upper right hand corner, then

scroll down under most popular courseson lower left side of page for a link to

Company Registration Forms

Or type in this url: http://www.sja.ca/

Pages/Alberta-Company-Registration-

Forms.aspx

Need a class in a remote area of Alberta?

St John Ambulance has nearly 900 certified instructor across the province, and most likely,

someone near you. Call your local St John office or 1-800-665-7114 to make arrangements.

Did Youknow

Coursefees providerevenue tosupport SJA Volunteerservicesin your

community?




FIRST AID

Emergency First Aid - Level A CPR + AED $105

Standard First Aid - Level C CPR + AED $145

Standard First Aid -

Level A CPR Recertification + AED $145

Standard First Aid - $145Level C CPR Recertification + AED

Enhanced Standard First Aid -Level C CPR + AED $210

Standard First Aid – HCP CPR $160

Standard First Aid – HCP CPR Recertification $160

BC Emergency First Aid – Industry (level 1) $25Out of Jurisdiction Certificate

First Aid in Child Care $125

First Aid in Child Care Recertification $125

First Aid Wilderness Level I $85First Aid Wilderness Level II $150First Aid Wilderness Level III $225

CPR

CPR Level A + AED $55

CPR Level C + AED $95

CPR Level C Recertification + AED $60

CPR for Health Care Professionals (HCP) $100

CPR for Health Care Professionals (HCP) $65Recertification

FIRST AID COURSES

Emergency First Aid - CPR A & AED

$105 • ONE DAY

In this one-day course, students will learn to recognize and provideinterventions for life-threatening emergencies until medical aid ar-

rives. Topics include: CPR and choking for adults, shock and uncon-

sciousness, severe bleeding, head & spinal injuries, major medicalconditions, and AED training and certification.

Standard First Aid - CPR C & AED

$145 • TWO DAY

This two-day course covers all the skills in Emergency First Aid plusfirst aid for other injuries and illnesses including head and spinal inju-

ries, fractures of the upper and lower limbs. This course includes LevelC CPR training and certification (Adult, Child, Infant, and 2-rescuer

resuscitation) and AED training and certification.

ADVANCED LEVELS

Medical First Responder (MFR) $500

Medical First Responder (MFR) Recertification $300

Advanced First Aid $1150

Advanced First Aid Recertification $550

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) $1600

Emergency Medical Responder Refresher $600

INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Instructor Development Program $600

WORKPLACE

WHMIS Online at www.sja.ca $33

TDG Online at www.sja.ca $34.95

H2S Alive $170

Oxygen Administration $105

Marine First Aid - Basic $160

Advanced Marine First Aid $550

First Aid Drills $350

COMMUNITY & RECREATION

Babysitting Basics $50

The Lifesaver $30

We Can Help Too FREE for Gr 3/4

Child Safety Seat Technician Training $125

Replacement Certificates $10

PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE Minimum age for all courses is 12 years unless otherwise noted

Standard First Aid - CPR Recertification (challenge)

$145 • ONE DAY

This 1-day recertification is a challenge of the Standard First Aid

course content and requires the student to demonstrate essentialskills as well as pass the theoretical exam. This challenge is open

to those who have a current Standard First Aid certificate from anAlberta OH&S approved program -- with Level A or C CPR and with

or without AED. If the certificate is from out-of-province then a fullcourse must be taken.

The recertification is intended for those who use their First Aid skillson a regular basis and are able to demonstrate their competency in all

required skill areas. Unsuccessful candidates will be required to take afull course at their cost; there are no refunds or re-tests.

COURSE LISTINGS, PRICES & DESCRIPTIONS 2015




Enhanced Standard First Aid

$210 • THREE DAY

This comprehensive 3-day course is for those requiring more in-depthfirst aid training, is a pre-requisite for the SJA Instructor Development

Program, and is the required pre-requisite for the EMR Program. Thecourse covers all the components in the Standard First Aid course plus

the additional electives included in the Student Reference Guide. AED

certification and Level C CPR certification (Adult, Child, Infant and2-rescuer resuscitation) is also included.

Standard First Aid - HCP CPR

$160 • TWO DAY

This course is intended for Health Care Providers and includes allthe skills in Emergency First Aid plus first aid for other injuries and

illnesses, including head and spinal injuries, fractures of the upperand lower limbs, and the Health Care Provider (HCP) level of CPR and

AED. Min. age: 16 years

Alberta/BC Certificate Portability

Application and Registration fee is $25.Under the Trade, Investment, and Labour Mobility Agreement (TILMA)

between Alberta and British Columbia, a current Alberta certificatein Emergency, Standard or Enhanced First Aid Certification issued by

an Alberta Approved First Aid Training Agency will be recognized inBritish Columbia. Alberta workers moving to BC or temporarily work-

ing in BC and requiring a BC certificate must apply in person to anApproved Training Agency in BC or an Alberta St. John Ambulance

Centre for an “out-of-jurisdiction” certificate by producing their validAlberta certificate and photo ID. An orientation package to WorkSafe

BC requirements will be provided to applicants at the time of applica-tion. Min. age: 16

Workers moving from BC to Alberta must have a valid BC certificate

and once in Alberta, receive an orientation from their employer onAlberta First Aid requirements. Alberta Work Safe bulletins which in-clude the information required may be downloaded from the Alberta

Government web site: www.worksafely.org No additional certificate isrequired. The BC certificate is recognized until the expiry date. Once

expired a full course must be taken in Alberta. For more information,contact the Program Coordinator at your local St. John Ambulance

Training Centre.

First Aid in Child Care

$125 • TWO DAY

This two-day course is designed for professional child care workers,but great for parents and all caregivers. This course includes emer-

gency life saving skills and first aid topics with a focus on children.The course includes Level C CPR (adult, infant, child and 2-rescuer

resuscitation) and AED. Min. age: 16 years

First Aid in Child Care Recertification (challenge)

$125 • ONE DAY

This recertification is for those who hold a current certificate in FirstAid in Child Care. This challenge includes a review of essential skills,

information update, and skills testing. It also includes Level C CPRrecertification (Adult, Child, Infant and 2-rescuer resuscitation) and

AED. Unsuccesful candidates will be required to take a full course at

their cost: no refunds or re-tests.

Wilderness First Aid Level I, II, or III

$85, $150, $225 • 1,2 or 3 DAYS

This course trains participants to provide care to the sick and injuredin remote settings and is appropriate for those working in, or travel-

ing to, remote areas where immediate emergency medical servicesare difficult to obtain. There are three levels of Wilderness First Aid

skills training that range from basic to advanced levels. The focus ofthe course is to adapt First Aid skills as needed, based on availability

of supplies, the environment, and additional factors encountered ina remote setting. This course is intended to compliment wilderness

survival training and does not replace it.

CPR COURSES

CPR Level A - AED

$55 • ONE HALF DAY

In this course, students will learn to activate Emergency Medical Ser-

vices, provide assistance to an adult whose heart has stopped or whois choking, and learn to recognize signs and symptoms of stroke. This

course also includes AED certification.

CPR Level C - AED

$95 • ONE DAY

In this course, students will learn to activate Emergency Medical Ser-vices, provide assistance to an adult, child, or infant whose heart has

stopped or who is choking, learn to recognize signs and symptomsof stroke, and learn 2-rescuer CPR. This course also includes AED

certification.

CPR Level C - AED Recertification (challenge)


This is for current CPR certificate holders who wish to renew their CPRand AED certification. It tests skills and it is expected that students will

have reviewed the course materials prior to the class.

First Aid Certicates do expire and the expiry date is

on the certicate. In some health professions, annual

CPR training is a requirement.

Please check CPR requirements in your workplace.




Advanced First Aid Recertification

$550 • 27 HOURS

This course is designed for individuals who require recertification of

their Advanced First Aid certificate. Essential skills are reviewed alongwith any changes in protocol or scope of practice. To be eligible for

Advanced First Aid recertification the student’s last course must have

been a complete AFA course. Min. age: 16 yearsPre-requisite: Current SJA Advanced First Aid certificate.

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

$1600 • 120 HOURS

This 120-hour course provides advanced level knowledge and skillsto prepare students for the pre-hospital emergency care field. This

course is approved by the Alberta College of Paramedics and meetsthe requirement for registration and examination at the EMR level.

Approximately 100 hours of pre-course study is required prior to theclass start date and is in addition to the scheduled class time. Mini-

mum age: 18 years.

Pre-requisite: Enhanced Standard First Aid or equivalent current within6 months. Accepted equivalency is a two day SFA–Level C CPR withAED and AR from a nationally recognized training agency (Red Cross,

Ski Patrol, Lifesaving, Heart & Stroke, or other SJA Councils).

Certification Length: N/A. Course completion training card only. Stu-

dents are required to register with the Alberta College of Paramedicsand successfully complete the Provincial EMR exam for certification.

Emergency Medical Responder Refresher

$600 • 35 HOURS

This 27-hour course is designed for individuals who require a refresher

of their EMR training to register with the Alberta College of Paramed-ics. Essential skills are reviewed and tested along with any changes in

protocols or scope of practice. Min. age: 18 years. NOTE this courseis only available in Edmonton and Calgary.

Pre-requisite: Evidence of current EMR Training from a recognizedAlberta College of Paramedics (ACP) accredited training agency for

EMR refresher.

Certification Length: N/A. Course completion training card only.

Instructor Development Program

$600 • 40 HOURS

The IDP Program prepares participants to become nationally qualified

St. John Ambulance First Aid and CPR Instructors. This 40-hour courseis comprised of three modules: 1) Instructor Development - includes

the application of adult learning principles, presentation skills, trainingstrategies, coaching skills, evaluation techniques, and demonstra-

tion skills; 2) Administration, Policies & Procedures; and 3) CurriculumOrientation. Min. age: 18 years

Upon successful completion of the course, candidates are required toteam-teach and be monitored for certification as a St. John Ambu-

lance Instructor and to qualify for instructor licensing by Alberta Coun-cil. The certificate is valid for three years.

Pre-requisites: St. John Ambulance’s Enhanced Standard First Aid cer-tificate, completed within 6 months of course start date. Candidates

are also required to provide evidence of a clear criminal record datedwithin 6 months of application date, prior to registration.

Health Care Provider (HCP) CPR

$100 • ONE DAY

HCP CPR is for individuals who are working or plan to be working in

the Health Care field and require the Health Care Provider level ofCPR. The course includes all CPR skills plus advanced skills such as

artificial respiration and use of bag valve masks and AEDs.

Min. age: 16 years

Health Care Provider (HCP) CPR Recertification (Challenge)


This course is for individuals who have a current HCP Level CPR cer-

tificate and wish to recertify their skills. Min. age: 16 years

ADVANCED LEVEL COURSES

Medical First Responder (MFR)

$500 • 40 HOURS

This 40 hour course exceeds Standard First Aid content and coverstopics including, HCP CPR, AED, oxygen administration, trauma andmedical emergencies, spinal motion restriction, and basic anatomy

and physiology. This course is ideal for Volunteer Fire Departmentsand those needing additional First Aid knowledge and skills. Ap-

proximately 12 hours of pre-course work is required in advance of thecourse start date and is in addition to the scheduled class time. Note:

This course is not equivalent to Advanced First Aid (OHS approved80 hour course) or the EMR Program (120 hour course that meets

EMR registration requirements for the Alberta College of Paramed-ics). Minimum age: 16 years.

Pre-requisite: Standard First Aid – Level C CPR current within 1 yearof course date, issued from any Alberta Workplace Health & Safety

recognized training agency.

Medical First Responder (MFR) Recertification

$300 • 20 HOURS

This couse is designed for individuals who require recertification oftheir MFR Advanced Level 1 certification. Essential skills are reviewed

along with any changes in protocol or scope of practice. To be eli-gible for MFR Advanced Level 1 certification, the student’s last course

must have been a complete MFR course. Minimum age: 16 years.

Pre-requisite: MFR – Advanced Level 1 certification current within 1

year of course date.

Advanced First Aid (AFA)

$1150 • 80 HOURS

This 80-hour course provides a more in-depth coverage of basic FirstAid and also includes triage, rescue, advanced packaging, oxygen

administration, and AED certification. It is ideal for workplace firstaiders and response teams requiring a higher level of training and

First Aiders and response teams requiring a higher level of training

and meets OH&S requirements for Advanced First Aid. Minimumage: 16 years.

Pre-requisite: Standard First Aid current within 1 year from any Al-

berta Workplace Health & Safety recognized training agency.

COURSE LISTINGS, PRICES & DESCRIPTIONS 2015




COMMUNITY & RECREATION

Babysitting Basics

$50 • ONE DAY

This course is intended for youths 11 years of age and older who want

to look after infants and young children. Participants will learn basicskills which will prepare them to deal with emergency situations plus

general principles of caring for infants and young children.

Lifesaver$30 • UP TO ONE HALF DAY

The Lifesaver course is a customized, non-certified mini course whichintroduces participants to basic First Aid principles and lifesaving

skills. Participants will learn to recognize when help is needed andhow to get it.

We Can Help Too

FREE to all Grade 3 students in Alberta

We Can Help Too is a modular interactive program intended for youth

between 7 and 10 years of age and is led by a school teacher or com-munity facilitator. This program provides youth with an introduction to

basic First Aid and safety skills and basic injury prevention messages.FREE to all Grade 3 students in Alberta through the generous supportof the Masons. Teachers call your local St. John Training Centre formore information or check www.sja.ca

Child Safety Seat TechnicianTraining

$125 • TWO DAYS

This course provides training tobecome a certified technician who can

provide information and assistance toparents, caregivers, and others in the

correct installation of child safety seats

in vehicles and in child passengersafety. Topics include injury preven-

tion and general occupant and vehiclerestraint information, regulations, and

specific restraint systems. Certificationperiod: 3 years. Min. age: 16 years.

Child Safety Seat Technician Training Recertification


This half day class is designed to recertify Technicians whose certifi-

cate is due to expire or has expired within six months of the coursedate. It is intended for those technicians who have remained actively

involved in child safety seat activities. Technicians will be providedwith updates in information but are expected to have the base knowl-

edge and skills.

Child Safety Seat Information Session

FREE • TWO - THREE HOURS

At selected SJA Centres, this FREE information session is intendedto provide parents and caregivers information on how to correctly

install a child safety seat and to transport children safely in a vehicle.It also provides an overview of the law in Alberta regarding occupant

restraints and is taught by trained volunteers through the Community

Services department of St John.

WORKPLACE SAFETY COURSES

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System(WHMIS)

$33 • WHMIS online at www.sja.ca

WHMIS meets federal general requirements and provides participants

with information on hazardous materials used in the workplace. Thiscourse includes discussion about controlled products, workplace

labeling, material safety data sheets and employee education. Min.

age: 12 years

Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)

$34.95 • TDG online at www.sja.ca

TDG meets provincial road requirements and includes classification,

identification and emergency response planning plus information onbulk transportation of hazardous waste. Min. age: 16 years

H2S Alive (Hydrogen Sulphide)

$170 • ONE DAY

H2S Alive is intended for anyone working in an area where hydrogensulphide may be present. Learn the properties of this poisonous gas,

how to protect yourself from coming into contact with it, and what todo in emergencies. Min. age: 16 years

Oxygen Administration


The Oxygen Administration course teaches the basics of providing

supplemental oxygen during respiratory emergencies. Min. age: 16years Prerequisite: Standard First Aid current within 6 months

Marine First Aid – Basic Course

$160 • TWO DAYS

In this course, students will learn about Emergency First Aid proce-

dures, CPR/AED for adults, Rescue Carries and Burns, basic Anatomyand Physiology, Advanced Packaging and Transport, as well as gain

an orientation to rescue kits found on board seafaring vessels. Thiscourse meets the requirements of Transport Canada. Min. age: 16

years

Marine First Aid – Advanced Course

$550 • FIVE DAYS

This course meets the requirements of Transport Canada and includes

all the Basic Course components plus advanced First Aid proceduresto assist with treatment of the most common off-shore medical condi-

tions and emergencies. Students will also learn all levels of CPR, the

use of an AED, moving and transporting casualties, airway manage-ment, and knowledge in topicsincluding anatomy and physi-

ology, pharmacology, andcommunications.. Min.

age: 16 years




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1. What is the difference between Emergency First Aid withLevel A CPR and Standard First Aid with Level C CPR?

Emergency First Aid with Level A CPR is the basic First Aidcourse (1 day). It covers scene survey, severe bleeding, burns,eye injuries, medical conditions, CPR for adults and AutomatedExternal Defibrillation (AED).

Standard First Aid with Level C CPR (2 days) goes over everythingthe Emergency class does as well as secondary survey, bone &

joint injuries, chest wounds, wound care, hot & cold injuries (heatstroke, hypothermia, etc) and CPR for adults, children, and infants,as well as two rescuer CPR and AED.

2. How do I get a replacement certificate? You can drop in to any St John Ambulance location across Albertawith photo ID. There is a $10.00 fee.

3. I’d like to recertify my First Aid but it expired last week.Can I still register?

If your certificate has expired, you would have to enroll in a fullcourse.

4. I’d like to recertify my First Aid but I got it through RedCross last time. Can I still register?

As long as your certificate is still valid, you can register into a StJohn Ambulance recertification course providing that the original

course was taken through an approved vendor. You will berequired to show a copy of your current certificate as verificationof current training.

5. I have an Alberta First Aid certificate but want to work inBC. How can I do this?

Once you have completed your First Aid training, come to thefront desk to apply for the BC Out of Jurisdiction certificate for$25. This ticket, along with your current First Aid certificateenables you to work in Alberta and BC. NOTE this only applies toEmergency, Standard and Enhanced level First Aid courses.

6. Can I pay by cheque for my First Aid course?

St. John Ambulance only accepts company cheques. Personal

registrations may be paid by credit, debit or cash.

7. My school requires me to have Heart & Stroke HCP CPR.Will SJA HCP be accepted?

Some businesses/schools require certificates from specific FirstAid providers. Please check with your employer or school beforeenrolling.

8. Why can’t I register for the EMR course over the phone?

Students wishing to register must enroll in person so that theymay receive books required for pre-study. There is also paperworkto be filled out for cancellation/transfer policies. Registrationsmust be complete by the closing date (three weeks prior to classstart date) to ensure enough time for 100 hours of pre-study.

9. I need to register some employees from my company. Howdo I register them?

You will be required to fill out a Company Registration Formwhich can be found online at http://www.sja.ca/Pages/Alberta-Company-Registration-Forms.aspx You can fax or email scanned

form - the reply email address is on the forms.**Please note that all cancellations and transfers from companiesmust be submitted in writing. Administration fees apply.

10. My company needs to certify between 7-18 employees atone time. What’s my best option?

You may want to consider a private class. Held at our locationor yours, the class can be tailored to your business/industry withscenario examples and your schedule. Contact your local St. JohnAmbulance Program Coordinator for further information.

11. Who should I speak to regarding company invoices?

For invoicing questions please contact our Accounts Receivable

department at 780.452.6565 ext 8238 or 1.800.665.7114, option8, ext 8238

12. Is your Course Calendar available online?

Yes, you can find our course calendar on our home page at www.sja.ca. Select your city in the upper right hand corner. You will alsofind our course descriptions, schedules and pricing on the site.Online registration is coming soon!

13. I want to become an First Aid/ CPR instructor. What isinvolved?

You will first need to take an Enhanced First Aid course, fill out anInstructor Application form, then have a meeting with your localProgram Coordinator. You are also required to submit a police

record check. Once admitted to the program, you take a 40-hourInstructor Development Program (1 week) followed by a coupleof Team Teaches and a Monitoring to become certified to teachSt. John First Aid courses. (Team Teaches are where you shareteaching a class with an already-certified instructor; a Monitoring iswhere you are observed teaching an entire class on your own)

14. I’m interested in becoming a volunteer. Who can I speak toabout this?

Please call your local St John Ambulance and ask to speak withthe Community Service Coordinator.

FAQ’S




New this year is the Medical First Responder(MFR)

1 week

This 40 hour course exceeds

Standard First Aid contentand covers topics that includeHealth Care Provider CPR, AED,oxygen administration, traumaand medical emergencies, spinalmotion restriction, and basicanatomy and physiology.

This course is ideal for Volunteer Fire Departments,scout, guides, cadet and otheryouth group leaders, searchand rescue teams and thoseneeding additional First Aidknowledge and skills but not

to the Advanced First Aidlevel. Although not a requiredOH&S course, it can be usedto complement emergencyresponse teams.

Approximately 12 hours ofpre-course work is requiredin advance of the course startdate and is in addition to thescheduled class time.

Note: This course is NOTequivalent to Advanced First Aid(OHS approved 80 hour course)or the EMR Program (120hour course that meets EMRregistration requirements for theAlberta College of Paramedics).

Minimum age: 16 years.

Pre-requisite: Standard First Aid– Level C CPR current within 1year of course date, issued fromany Alberta Workplace Health& Safety recognized trainingagency.

Then there is the Advanced First Aid (AFA)

2 weeksThis 80-hour course providesa more in-depth coverageof basic First Aid and alsoincludes triage, rescue,advanced packaging, oxygenadministration, and AEDcertification. It is ideal forworkplace First Aiders andresponse teams requiring ahigher level of training and

meets OH&S requirements forAdvanced First Aid.


Pre-requisite: Standard First

Aid current within 1 year fromany Alberta Workplace Health& Safety recognized trainingagency.

The Emergency MedicalResponder (EMR)

3 weeks

This course has been updatedand extended by a week, from2 weeks to 3 weeks to coveradditional Alberta College ofParamedics required materialincluding the safe drivingcomponent. Here, you’ll gainadvanced level knowledge andskills to prepare for the pre-hospital emergency care field.

Our EMR course is approvedby the Alberta College ofParamedics and meets therequirement for registration

and examination at the EMRlevel. Approximately 100 hoursof pre-course study is requiredprior to the class start date andis in addition to the scheduledclass time.


Pre-requisite: EnhancedStandard First Aid or equivalentcurrent within 6 months.Accepted equivalency is a twoday SFA–Level C CPR withAED and AR from a nationallyrecognized training agency (RedCross, Ski Patrol, Lifesaving,Heart & Stroke, or other SJACouncils).

Certification Length: N/A.

Course completion training cardonly. Students are required toregister with the Alberta Collegeof Paramedics and successfullycomplete the Provincial EMRexam for certification.

Get all your

First Aid Training

with St John

Ambulance

You’ll nd an expanded

selection of First Aid

training starting 2015

In addition to the basic Emergency First Aid (1 day), Standard First Aid (2 days),and Enhanced Standard First Aid (3 days) - all with CPR and AED training, you

now have more choices in the advanced levels of First Aid Training:




Advanced First Aid (AFA)

$1150 • 80 hours

This course provides in-depth coverage of basic First Aid andalso includes triage, rescue, advanced packaging, oxygen

administration, and AED certification. This course is ideal forworkplace First Aiders and response teams requiring a higher

level of training and meets OH&S requirements for AdvancedFirst Aid.


Pre-requisite: Standard First Aid current within 1 year from

any Alberta Workplace Health & Safety recognized trainingagency.

Advanced First Aid Recertification

$550 • 40 hours

This course is designed for individuals who require recertifi-

cation of their Advanced First Aid certificate. Essential skillsare reviewed along with any changes in protocol or scope of

practice. To be eligible for Advanced First Aid recertificationthe student’s last course must have been a complete AFA

course.

Min. age: 16 years

Pre-requisite: Current SJA Advanced First Aid certificate.

Please contact SJA Centres for dates.

2 weeks - 80 hours class timeMon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm

Jan: 5-9 & 12-16 CalgaryFeb: 2-6 & 9-13 Edmonton

Mar: 2-6 & 9-13 Calgary

Apr: 6-10 & 13-17 Edmonton

Apr: 6-10 & 13-17 Red Deer

May: 4-8 & 11-15 Calgary

May: 4-8 & 11-15 Lethbridge

May: 25-29 & June 1-5 Edmonton

June: 1-5 & 8-12 Medicine Hat

July: 13-17 & 20-24 Calgary

Aug: 10-14 & 17-21 Edmonton

Aug: 17-21 & 24-28 Grande Prairie

Sept: 14-18 & 21-25 Calgary

Sept: 28-Oct 2 & 5-9 Lethbridge

Oct: 19-23 & 26-30 Edmonton

Nov: 16-20 & 23-27 Calgary

Dec: 7-11 & 14-18 Edmonton

Contact the Fort McMurray Centre for AFA dates

AT A GLANCE ADVANCED FIRST AID (AFA)

1 weekMon to Fri 8 am to 5 pm

Mar: 23-27 Calgary

Apr: 20-24 Edmonton

July: 27-31 Calgary

Aug: 17-21 Ft McMurray

Dec: 14-18 Calgary

2 weekendsFridays 6-10 pm andSat & Sun 8 am to 5 pm

Jan: 9-11 & 16-18 Calgary

Jan: 23-25 & 30-Feb 1 Medicine Hat

Feb: 20-22 & Feb 27-Mar1 Ft McMurray

Mar: 20-22 & 27-29 LethbridgeApr: 24-26 & May 1- 3 Red Deer

Medical First Responder (MFR)

$500 • 40 HOURS

This 40 hour course exceeds Standard FirstAid content and covers topics including,

HCP CPR, AED, oxygen administration,trauma and medical emergencies, spinal

motion restriction, and basic anatomy andphysiology. This course is ideal for Volun-

teer Fire Departments and those needingadditional First Aid knowledge and skills.

Approximately 12 hours of pre-course workis required in advance of the course start

date and is in addition to the scheduled

class time. Note: This course is not equiva-lent to Advanced First Aid (OHS approved

80 hour course) or the EMR Program (120hour course that meets EMR registration

requirements for the Alberta College of

Paramedics). Minimum age: 16 years.Pre-requisite: Standard First Aid – Level CCPR current within 1 year of course date,

issued from any Alberta Workplace Health& Safety recognized training agency.

AT A GLANCE MEDICAL FIRST RESPONDER (MFR)

May 22-24 & 29-31 Grande Prairie

May: 29-31 & June 5-7 Calgary

June: 19-21 & 26-28 Medicine Hat

Sept: 4-6 & 11-13 Calgary

Oct 16 -18 & 23-25 Grande Prairie

Oct 16 -18 & 23-25 Lethbridge

Oct: 23-25 & 30-Nov 1 Medicine Hat

Oct: 30 - Nov1 & 6-8 Red Deer

5 weeksSaturdays 8 am to 5 pm

June: 6&13&20&27 Edmonton

& July 4




Emergency Medical ResponderRefresher

$600 • 35 HOURS

This 35-hour course is designed for individuals who re-

quire a refresher of their EMR training to register with theAlberta College of Paramedics (ACP). Essential skills are

reviewed and tested along with any changes in protocolsor scope of practice. Min. age: 18 years. NOTE this

course is only available in Edmonton and Calgary.

Pre-requisite: Evidence of current EMR Training from a

recognized Alberta College of Paramedics accreditedtraining agency for EMR refresher. Certification Length:

N/A. Course completion training card only. Please con-

tact St. John Centres for dates and availability.

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

$1600 • 120 HOURS (3 weeks)

This 120-hour course provides advanced level knowledgeand skills to prepare students for the pre-hospital emer-

gency care field. This course is approved by the AlbertaCollege of Paramedics and meets the requirement for reg-

istration and examination at the EMR level. Approximately100 hours of pre-course study is required prior to the class

start date and is in addition to the scheduled class time.Min. age: 18 years.

Pre-requisite: Enhanced Standard First Aid or equivalentcurrent within 6 months. Accepted equivalency is a two

day SFA–Level C CPR with AED and AR from a nationallyrecognized training agency (Red Cross, Ski Patrol, Lifesav-

ing, Heart & Stroke, or other SJA Councils).

Certification Length: N/A. Course completion training card

only.

Please note the Closing Date for registration where ap-plicable.

AT A GLANCE EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER (EMR

3 weeks - 120 hours class timeMon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm

Course Dates Closing Date Location

Jan: 5-9 & 12-16 & 19-23 Dec 12, 2014 Edmonton

Jan: 5-9 & 12-16 & 19-23 Dec 12, 2014 Ft McMurray

Jan: 19-23 & 26-30 & Feb 2-6 Dec 26, 2014 Grande Prairie

Jan: 19-23 & 26-30 & Feb 2-6 Dec 26, 2014 Lethbridge

Jan: 19-23 & 26-30 & Feb 2-6 Dec 26, 2014 Red Deer

Jan: 26-30 & Feb: 2-6 & 9-13 Jan 2 Calgary

Feb: 23-27 & Mar 2-6 & 9-13 Jan 30 Edmonton

Mar: 9-13 & 16-20 & 23-27 Feb 13 Ft McMurray

Mar: 9-13 & 16-20 & 23-27 Feb 13 Grande Prairie

Mar: 9-13 & 16-20 & 23-27 Feb 13 Medicine Hat

Apr: 6-10 & 13-17 & 20-24 Mar 13 Calgary

Apr: 6-10 & 13-17 & 20-24 Mar 13 Lethbridge

Apr: 20- 24 & 27- May 1& 4-8 Mar 27 Grande Prairie

Apr: 27-May1 & 4-8 & 11-15 Apr 3 Edmonton

Apr: 27-May1 & 4-8 & 11-15 Apr 3 Ft McMurray

June: 1-5 & 8-12 & 15-19 May 8 Calgary

June: 8-12 & 15-19 & 22-26 May 15 Edmonton

July: 6-10 & 13-17 & 20-24 June 12 Ft McMurray

July: 6-10 & 13-17 & 20-24 June 12 Grande Prairie

July: 6-10 & 13-17 & 20-24 June 12 Red Deer

July: 13-17 & 20-24 & 27-31 June 19 EdmontonJuly: 13-17 & 20-24 & 27-31 June 19 Lethbridge

Aug: 10-14 & 17-21 & 24-28 July 17 Calgary

Aug: 10-14 & 17-21 & 24-28 July 17 Medicine Hat

Sept: 14-18 & 21-25 & 28-Oct 2 Aug 21 Edmonton

Sept: 14-18 & 21-25 & 28-Oct 2 Aug 21 Ft McMurray

Sept: 14-18 & 21-25 & 28-Oct 2 Aug 21 Grande Prairie

Sept: 14-18 & 21-25 & 28-Oct 2 Aug 21 Red Deer

Oct: 19-23 & 26-30 & Nov 2-6 Sept 25 Lethbridge

Nov: 2-6 & 9-13 & 16-20 Oct 9 Grande Prairie

Nov: 16-20 & 23-27 & 30-Dec 4 Oct 23 Edmonton

Nov: 16-20 & 23-27 & 30-Dec 4 Oct 23 Ft McMurray

Nov: 16-20 & 23-27 & 30-Dec 4 Oct 23 Medicine Hat




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Instructor Development Program (IDP)

$600 • 40 hours (1week)

The IDP program prepares participants to become na-tionally qualified St. John Ambulance First Aid and CPR

Instructors. It consists of two components: core course andpost course.

This 40-hour course focuses on instructor developmentincluding: the application of adult learning principles,

presentation skills, training strategies, coaching skills,evaluation techniques, and demonstration skills.

Upon completion of the core course, the candidate mustteam-teach with a certified instructor and then be moni-

tored for national certification. The certificate is valid forthree years.

Pre-requisites: St. John Ambulance’s Enhanced StandardFirst Aid certificate, completed within 6 months of course

start date. Candidates are also required to provide evi-dence of a clear criminal record dated within 6 months of

application date, prior to registration. Min. age: 18 years

AT A GLANCE INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

1 weekMon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm

Jan: 5-9 Edmonton

Jan: 12-16 Grande Prairie

Feb: 9-13 Calgary

Feb: 9-13 Fort McMurray

Feb: 23-27 Lethbridge

Mar: 9-13 Grande Prairie

Mar: 23-27 Edmonton

Mar: 23-27 Red Deer

May: 11-15 Grande Prairie

May: 25-29 Edmonton

June: 1-5 Calgary

June: 15-19 Fort McMurray

June: 15-19 Red DeerJuly: 6-10 Lethbridge

July: 13-17 Edmonton

July: 20-24 Grande Prairie

Aug: 10-14 Calgary

Sept: 28-Oct 2 Grande Prairie

Oct: 19-23 Calgary

Oct: 19-23 Red Deer

Nov: 16-20 Edmonton

Nov: 23-27 Grande Prairie

Dec: 7-11 Calgary

Please contact our Fort McMurray

office for dates.

Fri nights, 6 - 10 pmSat & Sun, 8 am - 5 pm

Mar: 6-8 & 13-15 Calgary

Apr: 10-12 & 17-19 Medicine Hat

May: 1-3 & 8-10 Calgary

May: 22-24 & 29-31 Lethbridge

Sept: 4-6 & 11-13 Edmonton

Sept: 18-20 & 25-27 Medicine Hat

Nov: 6-8 & 13-15 Calgary

Nov: 20-22 & 27-29 LethbridgeQuality assurance in St. John Ambulanceis a formalized process that begins withprogram research and developmentand encompasses best practices on aninternational scale (ILCOR).

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From: Occupational Health and Safety Code 2009, Schedule 2, pg S2-5 or 434

Table 5: First aid requirements for low hazard work [See sections 178, 181(1)]

Entire document available from http://work.alberta.ca/documents/WHS-LEG_ohsc_2009.pdf

F I R S T A I D R E Q U I R E M E N T S / L O W H A Z A R D

200 or 1 Emergency First Aider 1 Emergency First Aider

more 2 Standard First Aiders 2 Standard First Aiders 3 Standard First Aiders

Plus Plus Plus

1 Standard First Aider for 1 Standard First Aider for 1 Standard First Aider for

each additional increment each additvional increment each additional increment

of 1 to 100 workers of 1 to 100 workers of 1 to 100 workers

No. 3 First Aid Kit No. 3 First Aid Kit No. 3 First Aid Kit

3 blankets, stretcher, splints 3 blankets, stretcher, splints

Designated area for Designated area for Designated area for

frst aid services frst aid services frst aid services

First Aid Requirements for a Low Hazard Site (retail, ofce, etc.)

Number of

workers on

site per shift

Close work site

(up to 20 minutes)

Distant work site

(20 - 40 minutes)

Isolated work site

(more than 20 - 40

minutes)

1 Type P First Aid Kit Type P First Aid Kit Type P First Aid Kit

2 – 9 1 Emergency First Aider 1 Standard First Aider


10 – 49 1 Emergency First Aider 1 Emergency First Aider 1 Standard First Aider


50 – 99 1 Emergency First Aider 1 Emergency First Aider1 Standard First Aider 1 Standard First Aider 2 Standard First Aiders


100 – 199 1 Emergency First Aider 1 Emergency First Aider2 Standard First Aiders 2 Standard First Aiders 3 Standard First Aiders


3 blankets, stretcher, splints 3 blankets, stretcher, splints

Designated area for Designated area for Designated area for frst aid services frst aid services frst aid services

This table of Alberta OH&S Requirements for First Aiders and First Aid kits is supplied for yourinformation only. For complete details please note the entire document is available online athttp://work.alberta.ca/documents/WHS-LEG_ohsc_2009.pdf

Note: Number of rst aiders indicated is for a shift at all times.




First Aid Requirements for a Medium Hazard Site

2 – 9 1 Emergency First Aider1 Standard First Aider 1 Standard First Aider


3 blankets 3 blankets





50 – 99 2 Emergency First Aiders 2 Emergency First Aiders1 Standard First Aider 1 Standard First Aider 3 Standard First Aiders



100 – 199 2 Emergency First Aiders 2 Emergency First Aiders2 Standard First Aiders 2 Standard First Aiders 3 Standard First Aiders

1 Advanced First Aider


3 blankets, stretcher, splint 3 blankets, stretcher, splints

Designated area for Designated area for Designated area forfrst aid services frst aid services frst aid services




200 or 2 Emergency First Aiders 2 Emergency First Aidersmore 2 Standard First Aiders 2 Standard First Aiders 4 Standard First Aiders

1 Nurse or 1 E.M.T.-P 1 Nurse or 1 E.M.T.-P 1 Nurse or 1 E.M.T.-P Plus Plus Plus 1 Standard First Aider for 1 Standard First Aider for 1 Standard First Aider for

each additional increment each additional increment each additional increment

of 1 to 100 workers of 1 to 100 workers of 1 to 100 workers

First Aid Room First Aid Room First Aid Room

Distant work site

(20 - 40 minutes)

Isolated work site

(more than 20 - 40

minutes)

Number of

workers on

site per shift

Close work site

(up to 20 minutes)


F I R S T A I D R E Q U I R E M E N T S / M E D I U M H A Z A R D

From: Occupational Health and Safety Code 2009,

Schedule 2, pg S2-6 Table 6: First aid requirements for medium hazard workSee sections 178, 181(1)]


Note: Number of rst aiders indicated is for a shift at all times.




First Aid Requirements for a High Hazard Site (construction, O & G, etc.)

2 – 4 1 Emergency First Aider1 Standard First Aider 1 Standard First Aider



200 or 2 Emergency First Aidersmore 2 Standard First Aiders 4 Standard First Aiders 4 Standard First Aiders


1 Nurse or 1 E.M.T.-P Plus 1 Nurse or 1 E.M.T.-P Plus 1 Nurse or 1 E.M.T.-P Plus 1 Standard First Aider for 1 Standard First Aider for 1 Standard First Aider for

each additional increment each additional increment each additional increment of 1 to 100 workers of 1 to 100 workers of 1 to 100 workers



5 - 9 1 Emergency First Aider

1 Standard First Aider 2 Standard First Aiders 2 Standard First Aiders



20 – 49 2 Emergency First Aiders1 Standard First Aider 3 Standard First Aiders 3 Standard First Aiders


3 blankets 3 blankets, stretcher, splints 3 blankets, stretcher, splints

100 – 199 2 Emergency First Aiders2 Standard First Aiders 4 Standard First Aiders 4 Standard First Aiders1 Advanced First Aider 1 Advanced First Aider 1 Advanced First Aider


Note: Number of rst aiders indicated is for a shift at all times.From: Occupational Health and Safety Code 2009, Schedule 2, pg S2-7

Table 7 First aid requirements for high hazard work [See sections 178, 181(1)]


10 – 19 1 Emergency First Aider1 Standard First Aider 2 Standard First Aiders 2 Standard First Aiders



50 – 99 2 Emergency First Aiders 2 Emergency First Aiders2 Standard First Aiders 3 Standard First Aiders 4 Standard First Aiders




Number of

workers on

site per shift

Close work site

(up to 20 minutes)

Distant work site

(20 - 40 minutes)

Isolated work site

(more than 20 - 40

minutes)

F I R S T A I D R E Q U I R E M E N T S / H I G H H A Z A R D





KIT 1Metal Box: $33 (gst included)

Padded kit: $28 (gst included)

Plastic kit: $21 (gst included)

Refills: $15 (gst included)

Contents:

2 Compress Bandage

(10cm x 10cm)

2 Compress Bandage

(15cm x 15cm)

3 Triangular Bandage

(102cm x 102cm x 142cm)

2 Conform Bandage

(7.5cm x 4.5m)

1 Elastic Support Bandages (7.5cm x 4.5m)

1 Kit Tweezers

10 Gauze Pad (10cm x 10cm)

4 Vinyl Gloves (Large pair per bag)

1 Face Shield

1 SJA First Aid Pocket Guide

1 Safety Pins – Assorted (6/bag)

1 Waterproof Waste Bag

1 First Aid Scissors

10 Wound Washer with

Benzalkonium 0.02%

(5cm x 5.5cm)

1 Tape (2.5cm x 4.5m)

1 Adhesive Bandages

(Assorted 25 pcs)



Plastic kit: $40 (gst included)


Contents:

3 Compress Bandage

(10cm x 10cm)

3 Compress Bandage

(15cm x 15cm)

1 Abdominal Pad (20cm x 25cm)


(102cm x 102cm x 142cm)

2 Conform Bandage

(7.5cm x 4.5m)1 Eye Pad (Sterile, oval)

2 Elastic Support bandage

(7.5cm x 4.5m)

3 Sterile Pressure Dressings

with crepe ties

1 Forceps Stainless Steel


6 Vinyl Gloves

(Large pair per bag)

1 Face Shield

1 SJA First Aid Pocket Guide

1 Safety Pin – Assorted (12/bag)


1 Bandage Scissors


Benzalkonium 0.02%

(5cm x 5.5cm)

1 Tape (2.5cm x 4.5m)

2 Adhesive Bandages

(Assorted 25 pcs)




Contents:

6 Compress Bandages

(10cm x 10cm)

4 Abdominal Pads

(20cm x 25cm)

12 Triangular Bandages

(102cm x 102cm x 142cm)

6 Conform Bandage

(7.5cm x 4.5m)

1 Tubular Finger Bandage

with Applicator

2 Eye Pads (Sterile, oval)

4 Elastic Support Bandages

(7.5cm x4.5m)

1 Forceps Stainless Steel

50 Gauze Pads

(10cm x 10cm)

12 Vinyl Gloves

(Large pair per bag)1 Face Shield

1 Safety Pin (12/bag)


1 Bandage Scissors


Benzalkonium 0.02%

(5cm x 5.5cm)

2 Tape (2.5cm x 4.5m)

1 Adhesive Bandages

(Assorted 100 pcs)

1 SJA First Aid Pocket Guid

ALBERTA TYPE P KITSoft-sided kit: $8 (gst included)

Contents:

5 BZK Antiseptic towelettes

10 Assorted Bandages


1 Compress Bandage (10cm x 10cm)


1 Bio-hazard waste Bag1 Face Shield

1 Pair Nitrile Gloves (large)

SOME OF THE BEST PRICES AND QUALITY YOU’LL FIND

Prices and schedules subject to change.Please see www.sja.ca for most current prices

Workplace kits meet AlbertaOH&S requirements.

You can get your workplace kits andrefills from your local St John centre.

OH&S metal kits

OH&S padded kit

WORKPLACE OH&S FIRST AID KITS




SPORT FIRST AID KITFrom splints to cold compresses, this kit contains the necessaryfirst aid supplies to deal with sports injuries. Coaches and trainerswill appreciate its compact size - easy to add to a gym or sportbag.

$25 ( gst included ) SFK-01C

Contents:

Small Wounds

6 Wound Washer with Benzalkonium 0.02% (5cm x 5.5cm)

2 Knuckle Bandage (3.125cm x 7.5cm)

2 Sterile Non-Adherent Pad (5cm x 7.5cm)

6 Adhesive Bandages – Waterproof (1.9cm x 7.5cm)

3 Adhesive Fabrics (5cm x 7.5cm)

2 Fingertip (4.4cm x 6.25cm)

Medium Wounds


14 Sterile Gauze Pad (10cm x 10cm)

1 Elastic Roll Bandage (7.5cm 4.5m)

2 Elastic Gauze Roll Bandage (cm x 4.5m)

Additional Supplies

1 First Aid Pocket Guide 1 Note Pad Patient Info

1 Safety Pin (12/pack) 3 Vinyl Gloves (Large-pair pack)

1 Pencil 1 St. John Window Sticker

1 Cotton Fabric tape (2.5cm x 4.5m) 1 Forceps


2 Triangular Bandages in Non-Woven Format (102cm x102cm x 142cm)

1 Scissors 1 Face Shield

1 Abdominal Pad (20cm x 25cm) 2 Tongue Depressor

2 Wooden Splints 1 Sport Bag

1 Rescue Sheet – Silver (1.4m x 2.04m)

FANNY PACK FIRST AID KITPerfect for outdoor activities like bike rides, skating, walking,hiking, cycling and roller blading.

$15 (gst included ) FFK-RC

Contents:

Contents Include:


4 Knuckle Bandage (3.125cm x 7.5cm)

25 Adhesive Bandages (1.9cm x 7.5cm)

2 Finger Tip (4.4cm x 6.25cm)

1 Compress Pressure Dressings (5cm x 5cm)1 Gauze Bandage (7.5cm x 4.5m)

4 Sterile Gauze Pad (7.5cm x 7.5cm)

1 Gauze Bandage (5cm x 4.5m)

4 Sterile Gauze Pad (5cm x 5cm)

1 Compress Pressure Dressings (10cm x 10cm)

1 First Aid Pocket Guide – SJA

1 Tape 1.25cm x 4.5m

1 Scissors

1 Vinyl Gloves (Large-pair pack)

1 Forceps

1 Rescue Sheet – Silver

1 Fanny red bag

1 Face Shield

FIRST AID KITS FOR HOME OR PLAY




KEEP UP YOUR FIRST AID SKILLSThe St. John Ambulance First Aid Responders provide a range of patient

care coverage at events in communities throughout Alberta. You’veprobably seen the volunteers at football and hockey games, rodeos, fairs,

exhibitions and other events.

As a volunteer you gain valuable First Aid experience, patient careexperience, the opportunity to improve your First Aid knowledge, gain

leadership, and communication and interpersonal skills. And you make

new friends! Call your local centre for details.

You and your dog can bring joy to residents

in a variety of settings including hospitals

and nursing homes with your scheduled visits.

The program is currently available in six St John

location in Alberta. Please contact your local SJA

Centre for details.

Volunteer withSt John Ambulance

Therapy Dog Program

The proper use of a child safety seat has

been shown to reduce the likelihood ofa child being injured or killed in a crash

by as much as 75% according to the

Alberta Health Services website.

At selected SJA Centres, this FREE 2-3

hour information session is intendedto provide parents and caregiversinformation on how to correctly install

a child safety seat and to transportchildren safely in a vehicle. It also

provides an overview of the law inAlberta regarding occupant restraints

and is taught by trained volunteersthrough the Community Services

department of St John.

Contact your local centre for more info

Funds from St John First Aid Training are put back into your

community through a variety of volunteer programs ranging

from volunteers who provide First Aid at community events,

to Instructors teaching parents of newborns how to perform

CPR on their babies in intensive care units at a hospital, as

well as some of the services highlighted below. Considerbecoming a St John volunteer.

DEDICATED TO COMMUNITY SERVICE

CHILD SAFETY SEAT INFO SESSIONS F R E E



St John First Aid Drillssupport your company’s Emergency Response plans

What is a First Aid Drill?

Call your local SJA Centre or go to sja.ca

• It’s a customized mock incident set up foryour organization at your location where FirstAid skills and Emergency Response plans areput into action

• First Aid drills are followed by a detailed,written evaluation outlining overallperformance with regards to OccupationalHealth & Safety First Aid regulations

• Incidents can be site-specific to make it asrealistic as possible

• Working with your OH&S manager, scenarios

depicting realistic events are developed

(like fork lift tipping over, electrical incidents,chemical burns, cardiac arrests, falls,amputations)

• Casualty simulation is included - to make itlook real

• Debriefing sessions with alldrill participants

• Scenario assessment reportsthat identify strengths and areasfor improvement

• $350

“After the drill, we’re confident andready for any First Aid emergency!”

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