First aid and CPR courses

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Ottawa Paramedic Service is unable to permit public access to our facility. Effective immediately, all courses held at Paramedic Headquarters have been cancelled.

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Each year, about 13,000 Canadians die as a result of injuries – accounting for more years of life lost than cancer, heart disease and stroke combined.

The Ottawa Paramedic Service offers first aid training. View our courses, see our course schedule and register online!

Standard First Aid, CPR C and Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Certification

Introduces participants to the basic functions of CPR by covering all major topics, such as: chocking, airway and breathing emergencies, and prevention of disease transmission. This course is suitable for first responder in the workplace.

This course does not meet the prerequisite for the National Lifeguard Service (NLS) course.

Duration: Two Days (16 hours) 

Certification: First Aid and CPR valid for three years

Content:

• Scene Management, Primary and Secondary Assessment
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Adult, Child and Infant CPR and Choking Procedures
• Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
• Cardiovascular Emergencies – heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• Shock
• Bleeding
• Burns
• Eyes
• Musculoskeletal Injuries – breaks, sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures
• Head and Spinal Injuries
• Chest and Abdominal Injuries
• Medical Emergencies – diabetes, asthma, anaphylaxis, poisoning and seizures
• Environmental - Hot and Cold – Emergencies
• Moving and lifting

Standard First Aid, CPR C and Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Recertification

Recertification allows participants to practice and review skills, as well as learn new standards in first aid. 

Note: 

This course is only available for individuals that currently have a Standard First Aid certification that is still valid. Proof of a valid Standard First Aid Certification (2-days) must be presented at the beginning of the course. Students unable to provide a current certification at the time of the course will not be permitted to attend. A certification is only deemed to be valid if the expiration date on the card has not passed.  If your certification has expired you must take the full two day standard first aid course.

Duration: Eight hours

Certification: Standard First Aid and CPR Recertification valid for three years

Content:

• Scene Management and Primary Assessment
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Adult, Child and Infant CPR and Choking Procedures
• Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
• Cardiovascular Emergencies – heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• Shock
• Bleeding
• Burns
• Musculoskeletal Injuries – breaks, sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures
• Medical Emergencies –respiratory (asthma), anaphylaxis, seizures and diabetes

Emergency First Aid, CPR C and Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Certification

Designed to give participants a general overview of first aid by teaching you how to think and react in an emergency until medical help arrives. This course is suitable for those who are working as first responders in their workplace.

Duration: One Day (eight hours) 

Certification: Emergency First Aid and CPR valid for three years.

Content:

• Scene Management and Primary Assessment 
• Anatomy and Physiology 
• Adult, Child and Infant CPR and Choking Procedures 
• Automated External Defibrillation (AED) 
• Cardiovascular Emergencies – heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA) 
• Bleeding 
• Musculoskeletal Injuries – breaks, sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures 
• Burns 
• Medical Emergencies –respiratory (asthma), anaphylaxis, poisoning and seizures

CPR C and Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Certification

This course teaches participants how to administer CPR to adults, children and infants. It also covers topics such as, choking and the use of an AED.

Duration: Half Day (four hours)

Certification: Valid for one year

Content:

• Scene Management and Primary Assessment
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Adult, Child and Infant CPR and Choking Procedures
• Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
• Cardiovascular Emergencies – heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• Shock

CPR A and Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Certification

This course teaches participants basic functions in CPR, treatment of a conscious and unconscious adult choking victim, as well as heart attack and stroke.

Duration: Three Hours

Certification: Valid for one year

Content:

• Scene Management and Primary Assessment
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Adult CPR and Choking Procedures
• Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
• Cardiovascular Emergencies – heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• Shock

Oxygen Therapy and Airway Management Certification

This course teaches participants how to maintain the patient’s airway and advanced airway techniques.

Duration: Half Day (four hours)

Certification: Valid for two years

Content:

• Scene Management and Primary Assessment
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Use of Bag Valve Mask (BVM), pocket mask, face shield and non-rebreathing mask
• Use of supplemental oxygen in a first aid environment
• Changing and storing oxygen cylinders
• V-Vac suction
• Artificial Respiration (rescue breathing)
• Assisted Respiration
• Complications of oxygen administration
• Paediatric oxygen administration

Health Care Provider (HCP) CPR C and Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Certification

This course is geared for participants that work in the health care industry. It covers Advanced CPR and choking procedure techniques for adults, children and infants.

Duration: Half Day (four hours)

Certification: Valid for one year

Content:

• Scene Management and Primary Assessment
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Adult, Child and Infant CPR and Choking Procedures; including modifications for:
  • A patient found unresponsive
  • Witnessed cardiac arrest
  • Advanced paediatric concerns
• Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
• Bag-Valve Mask (BVM)
• Artificial Respiration
• Checking for pulse
• Cardiovascular Emergencies - heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• Shock

First Aid, CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Instructor

This course is designed for individuals who have a strong grasp of first aid and would like to become certified as first aid instructors. Upon successful course completion instructors would be certified to teach:

• Standard, Emergency and Basic First Aid
• CPR A, B and C
• Automated External Defibrillation (AED)

Duration:

• Instructor Course: 18 hours
• Co-Teach (14 hours): Instructor candidates are required to co-teach a 2-day Standard First Aid course with a certified Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Instructor. This co-teach must be scheduled within six months of the Instructor Course date. Co-teaches are scheduled by the instructor-candidate as per course availability. Instructor candidates are responsible for teaching selected items as well as aid in participant evaluations, course set-up, takedown, etc.
• Audit (14 hours): Candidates successful in the co-teach must then teach an audited 2-day Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED Course. The audit must be scheduled within six months of the Instructor Course date. Audits will take place during regularly scheduled Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Courses, and an audit fee will be applied to any private courses (non-Ottawa Paramedic Service scheduled courses). A certified Ottawa Paramedic Service Instructor-Trainer will conduct this audit. Upon successful completion, the instructor candidate will be a certified Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Instructor.

 Prerequisites

• 18 years of age
• Ottawa Paramedic Service Standard First Aid, CPR C “Basic Rescuer” and AED Certification
• If you would like to take the course but have a first aid certificate from another organization please contact us at 613-580-2424, ext.32434 or by e-mail at: cpr@ottawa.ca to ensure your qualification is sufficient.
• All necessary materials will be provided
• Work: Participants will be issued a pre-course package that contains readings and assignments that must be completed before the beginning of the course.

Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED Instructor Cross-Over Clinic

This course is designed for individuals who hold a current First Aid and CPR Instructor Certification with another agency (Red Cross, St-John's, Lifesaving Society, etc.) and would like to become certified as an Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Instructor. Upon successful course completion instructors will be certified to teach:

• Standard, Emergency and Basic First Aid
• CPR A, B and C
• Automated External Defibrillation (AED)

Duration:

• Instructor Cross-Over Course: 4 hours After taking the cross-over clinic, candidates would have to complete the following before they become certified as an instructor:
• Co-Teach (14 hours): Instructor candidates are required to co-teach a two-day Standard First Aid course with a certified Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Instructor. This co-teach must be scheduled within six months of the Instructor Course date. Co-teaches are scheduled by the instructor-candidate as per course availability. Instructor candidates are responsible for teaching selected items as well as aid in participant evaluations, course set-up, takedown, etc.
• Audit (14 hours): Candidates successful in the co-teach must then teach an audited two-day Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED Course. The audit must be scheduled within six months of the Instructor Course date. Audits will take place during regularly scheduled Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Courses, and an audit fee will be applied to any private courses (non-Ottawa Paramedic Service scheduled courses). A certified Ottawa Paramedic Service Instructor-Trainer will conduct this audit. Upon successful completion, the instructor candidate will be a certified Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Instructor.

Prerequisites:

• 18 years of age
• Ottawa Paramedic Service Standard First Aid, CPR C “Basic Rescuer” and AED Certification
• Must hold a current Standard First Aid and CPR Instructor Certification with another agency (Red Cross, St-John's, Lifesaving Society, etc.)
• Upon registering for the course, participants must pick-up the instructor manual and complete the pre-course test and assignments.

Material: All necessary materials will be provided. All participants will leave the course with an instructor package that includes all first aid supplies required to demonstrate all items in the course.

Course Work: Participants will be issued a pre-course package that contains readings and assignments that must be completed before the beginning of the course.

ATTENTION:

The Ottawa Paramedic Service has received many calls from clients looking for more information regarding the “Community CPR and Prevention Project”. This company and their employees are not affiliated with the Ottawa Paramedic Service and are not certified instructors with our program.

Questions regarding the affiliation of an instructor to the Ottawa Paramedic Service can be address by calling 613-580-2424 Ext: 32434 or by emailing cpr@ottawa.ca.

Below is a list of upcoming courses. Programs are advertised in the language in which they are offered. Unless stated otherwise classes are held at Ottawa Paramedic Headquarters - 2495 Don Reid Dr. map (link opens browser).

All course participants must present a valid piece of photo I.D. for entry into building 2495 Don Reid Drive:

• Drivers License
• Passport
• City of Ottawa Employee Photo I.D.
• Canadian Citizenship Card with Photo

If you are looking for additional courses or a private booking for your group at your location, please contact us:

E-mail: cpr@ottawa.ca (link sends e-mail)

Phone: 613-580-2424, ext. 32434

Questions regarding the affiliation of an Authorized Provider to the Ottawa Paramedic Service can be address by calling 613-580-2424 Ext: 32434 or by emailing cpr@ottawa.ca (link sends e-mail).

This is a comprehensive two-day first aid course covering all major topics. The course is suitable for people looking for a solid foundation in first aid, people employed in a workplace of greater than 5 people, security guards, fire and police program applicants and anyone working with children.

This course is approved by WSIB for workplace first aid requirements and teaches the latest CPR guidelines.

This course does not meet the prerequisite for the National Lifeguard Service (NLS) course.

Duration: Two Days (16 hours)

Cost: $132.35 + tax ($149.50)

Certification: Valid for three years

Content:

• Scene management, primary and secondary assessment
• Anatomy and physiology
• Shock
• Adult, child and infant CPR and choking
• Automated external defibrillation (AED)
• Heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• Bleeding, burns and eyes
• Sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures
• Head, spinal, chest and abdominal Injuries
• Diabetes, asthma, anaphylaxis, poisoning and seizures
• Hyperthermia and hypothermia
• Moving and lifting

Standard First Aid with CPR C & AED Certification

Date	Language	Time	Barcode
June 1 and 2	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515053
June 4 and 5	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515054
June 6 and 7	English	9:00 am-5:00 pm	1515055
June 9 and 10	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515056
June 11 and 12	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515057
June 13 and 14	English	9:00 am-5:00 pm	1515058
June 15 and 16	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515059
June 18 and 19	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515060
June 20 and 21	English	9:00 am-5:00 pm	1515061
June 23 and 24	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515062
June 27 and 28	English	9:00 am-5:00 pm	1515063
June 29 and 30	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515064

The recertification is intended for individuals holding a valid Standard First Aid Certification (2-days) needing to recertify. A certification is only deemed to be valid if the expiration date on the card has not passed. Students with an expired certification, must take the full 2-day Standard First Aid Certification (link brings you to Standard First Aid). In addition, students who took the recertification course the previous time, must take the full 2-day Standard First Aid Certification course again instead (this will be indicated on the first aid certificate).

In order to attend the course, students must provide proof of a valid certification at the beginning of the course. Students unable to provide a valid certification at the time of the course will not be permitted to attend.

This course is approved by WSIB for workplace first aid requirements and teaches the latest CPR guidelines.

Duration: Eight hours

Cost: $87.35 + tax ($98.75)

Certification: Valid for three years

Content:

• Scene management and primary assessment
• Anatomy and physiology
• Shock
• Adult, child and infant CPR and choking
• Automated external defibrillation (AED)
• Heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• Bleeding and burns
• Sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures
• Respiratory (asthma), anaphylaxis, seizures and diabetes

Standard First Aid with CPR C & AED Recertification

Date	Language	Time	Barcode
June 8	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515274
June 17	FRENCH	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515179
June 25	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515275

This course is designed to provide participants with a general overview of first aid. This course is suitable for those working in small workplaces of less than 5 employees, parents and individuals looking for a general level of first aid for personal reasons.

This course is approved by WSIB for workplace first aid requirements and teaches the latest CPR guidelines.

Duration: One Day (eight hours)

Cost: $87.35+ tax ($98.75)

Certification: Valid for three years.

Content:

• Scene management and primary assessment
• Anatomy and physiology
• Adult, child and infant cpr and choking
• Automated external defibrillation (AED)
• Heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• Bleeding and burns
• Sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures
• Respiratory (asthma), anaphylaxis, seizures and diabetes

Emergency First Aid with CPR C & AED Certification

Date	Language	Time	Barcode
Jul 20	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515139
Aug 15	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515140
Sep 12	FRENCH	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515170
Sep 14	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515141
Nov 18	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515142
Nov 28	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515143

This course teaches participants how to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies. Students will learn to administer CPR to adults, children and infants as well as choking procedures and the use of an AED. This course is suitable for the lay public needing a CPR C/AED certification.

Duration: Half Day (four hours)

Cost: $52.35+ tax ($59.25)

Certification: Valid for one year

Content:

• Scene management and primary assessment
• Anatomy and physiology
• Adult, child and infant cpr and choking
• Automated external defibrillation (AED)
• Heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)

CPR C & AED

Date	Language	Time	Barcode
Jun 3	English	8:30 am-12:30 pm	1514963
Jun 6	English	8:30 am-12:30 pm	1514964
Jun 9	English	6:00 pm-10:00 pm	1514965
Jun 17	FRENCH	8:30 am-12:30 pm	1515164
Jun 27	English	8:30 am-12:30 pm	1514966

This course is designed for participants that work in the health care setting (nurses, sports medicine medical and dental professionals) and other targeted responders such as; fire services, lifeguard or response team. It covers the health care provider standards of CPR for adults, children and infants as well as choking procedures and AED.

Duration: Half Day (four hours)

Cost: $67.35 + tax ($76)

Certification: Valid for one year

Content:

• Scene management and primary assessment
• Anatomy and physiology
• Shock
• Artificial respiration
• Advanced cpr for adults, children and infants
• Automated external defibrillation (AED)
• Choking procedures
• Use of barrier device and bag-valve mask (BVM)
• Heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Date	Language	Time	Barcode
Jun 2	English	6:00 pm-10:00 pm	1515239
Jun 16	FRENCH	6:00 pm-10:00 pm	1515171
Jun 22	English	8:30 am-12:30 pm	1515240
Jun 30	English	6:00 pm-10:00 pm	1515241

This course teaches students when and how to correctly administer supplemental oxygen to a patient using various delivery devices. Students will also learn how to maintain the patient’s airway, administer suction, oral airways, advanced airway techniques and how to properly assemble and handle oxygen equipment

Duration: Half Day (four hours)

Cost: $67.35 + tax ($76)

Certification: Valid for two years

Content:

• Scene management and primary assessment
• Anatomy and physiology
• Delivery devices - bag valve mask (BVM), pocket mask and non-rebreathing mask
• Pulse oximetry
• Oxygen administration and complications
• Proper handling and storage of oxygen equipment (cylinders, regulators…)
• Suction
• Assisted Respiration

Oxygen Therapy and Airway Management

Date	Language	Time	Barcode
Aug 23	English	8:30 am-12:30 pm	1515151
Nov 29	English	8:30 am-12:30 pm	1515152

This is a comprehensive two-day first aid course covering all major topics. The course is suitable for individuals working in the health care setting (nurses, sports medicine medical and dental professionals) and other targeted responders such as; fire services, lifeguard or response team that require a first aid certificate as well as a Basic Life Support (formerly Health Care Provider CPR C & AED).

This course is approved by WSIB for workplace first aid requirements and teaches the latest CPR guidelines.

This course does not meet the prerequisite for the National Lifeguard Service (NLS) course.

Duration: Two Days (16 hours)

Cost: $166.75+ tax

Certification: Valid for three years

Content:

• Scene management, primary and secondary assessment
• Anatomy and physiology
• Shock
• Advanced CPR for Adult, child and infant
• Choking procedures
• Use of barrier device and bag-valve mask (BVM)
• Automated external defibrillation (AED)
• Heart attack, angina, stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)
• Bleeding, burns and eyes
• Sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures
• Head, spinal, chest and abdominal Injuries
• Diabetes, asthma, anaphylaxis, poisoning and seizures
• Hyperthermia and hypothermia
• Moving and lifting

Standard First Aid with Basic Life Support courses

Date	Language	Time	Barcode
Jun 13 and 14	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515155
Aug 8 and 9	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515156
Sep 5 and 6	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515157

This course is designed for individuals who have a strong grasp of first aid and would like to become certified to teach first aid and CPR. Individuals wishing to take this course should be:

• Comfortable speaking to groups
• Dynamic and energetic
• Clear and confidently speakers
• Confident in their first aid skills

Upon successful course completion instructors will be certified to teach:

• Standard, Emergency and Basic First Aid
• CPR A and C
• Automated External Defibrillation (AED)

Duration

• Instructor Course: 14 hours – split over two sequential weeks
• Monitor (14 hours): Instructor candidates must attend an Ottawa Paramedic Service Standard First Aid with CPR C and AED course and watch an Ottawa Paramedic Service instructor teach. The instructor-candidate is to watch how the instructor teaches the course, paying special attention to timing, flow, material delivery, and teaching styles
• Co-Teach (14 hours): Instructor-candidates are required to co-teach a 2-day Standard First Aid course with a certified Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Instructor. This co-teach must be scheduled within six months of the Instructor Course date. Instructor candidates are responsible for teaching selected items as well as assisting in participant evaluations, course set-up, takedown, etc.
• Audit (14 hours): Candidates successful in the co-teach must then teach a 2-day Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED Course – within 6 months of the initial Instructor Course date. Instructor-candidates are responsible for the delivery of the entire course – including class set-up, take-down, presentation and participant evaluations. The instructor-candidate will be audited by an Ottawa Paramedic Service first aid instructor. Audits will take place during regularly scheduled Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Courses. Upon successful completion, the instructor candidate will be a certified Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Instructor.

Cost: $199.12 + tax ($250)

Prerequisites

• 18 years of age
• Valid Ottawa Paramedic Service Standard First Aid Certification

Course Work and Materials

Participants must contact Public Education to receive their Instructor binder and pre-course package that contains readings and assignments that must be completed before the beginning of the course.

First Aid, CPR C & AED Instructor

Date	Language	Time	Barcode
September 19 and September 26	English	8:30 am-4:30 pm	1515159

This course is designed for individuals who hold a current First Aid and CPR Instructor Certification with another agency (Red Cross, St-John's, Lifesaving Society, etc.) and would like to become certified as an Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Instructor. This course is designed for individuals who have a strong grasp of first aid and would like to become certified to teach first aid and CPR. Individuals wishing to take this course should be:

• Comfortable speaking to groups
• Dynamic and energetic
• Clear and confidently speakers
• Confident in their first aid skills

Upon successful course completion instructors will be certified to teach:

• Standard, Emergency and Basic First Aid
• CPR A and C
• Automated External Defibrillation (AED)

Duration:

• Instructor Cross-Over Course (4 hours): Content focus’ on the differences and specifics of teaching first aid with the Ottawa Paramedic Service.
• Co-Teach (14 hours): Instructor-candidates are required to co-teach a 2-day Standard First Aid course with a certified Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Instructor within 6 months of the initial Cross-Over Course date. This co-teach must be scheduled within six months of the Instructor Course date. Instructor candidates are responsible for teaching selected items as well as assisting in participant evaluations, course set-up, takedown, etc.
• Audit (14 hours): Candidates successful in the co-teach must then teach a 2-day Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED Course – within 6 months of the initial Cross-Over Course date. Instructor-candidates are responsible for the delivery of the entire course – including class set-up, take-down, presentation and participant evaluations. The instructor-candidate will be audited by an Ottawa Paramedic Service first aid instructor. Audits will take place during regularly scheduled Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Courses. Upon successful completion, the instructor candidate will be a certified Ottawa Paramedic Service First Aid Instructor.

Cost: $101.77 + tax ($115)

Prerequisites:

• 18 years of age
• Ottawa Paramedic Service Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED Certification
• Must hold a current Standard First Aid and CPR Instructor Certification with another agency (Red Cross, St-John's, Lifesaving Society, etc.)

Course Work and Materials

Participants must contact Public Education to receive their Instructor binder and pre-course package that contains readings and assignments that must be completed before the beginning of the course.

First Aid, CPR C & AED Instructor Cross-Over Clinic

Date	Language	Time	Barcode
Oct 21	English	6-10 pm	1515160