Williams Lake Campus
Community Education and Workforce Development: First Aid
At Thompson Rivers University, Williams Lake campus, the following first aid courses are offered:
General First Aid
First aid is an important part of everyday life, at home, work or at play. Everyone should learn first aid and be willing to provide basic care until emergency assistance arrives. There are many different types of first aid available so how do you know which one best fits you and your life style? At TRU-WL we offer the following courses:
WorksafeBC- Occupational First Aid Level 1
- Occupational First Aid Level 3
- Transportation Endorsement
Do you know what you need to meet the WorkSafeBC regulations? It all depends on the number of employees, the type of work your company performs, and your location. To determine which Workplace First Aid meets the need for your business go to the WorksafeBC website.
Red Cross
- Basic Life Support with Airway Management and Oxygen Therapy
- Emergency Child Care First Aid
Check with your employer or educational institution to confirm which course you require.
Acceptable Photo Identification includes Driver's License, Student Card, BCID, or Passport.
Occupational First Aid Level 1 • XOCH 0800
This 8-hour program equips you with the emergency skills needed to stabilize an injured person until trained help arrives. Areas covered include the use of AED, bleeding control, CPR, and conscious and unconscious choking. Students must show photo ID. Successful students will receive a recognized WorkSafe BC certificate. Tuition includes textbook and pocket mask.
Requirement: Photo ID
Dates:
- Mon, Dec 11, 2023 (The Dec 11 class is full. Contact 250-392-8010 or wlcontinuingstudies@tru.ca to be put on the waitlist.)
Times: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fee: $165 (textbook and pocket mask included)
No late admittance, no refund for late or no shows
Occupational First Aid Level 3 • XOCH 0820
The OFA Level 3 program has been designed to provide the first aid attendant with the skills to function as part of an effective first aid program in the workplace. The course consists of 20 lessons involving classroom study and practice. Home study, including pre-reading for each lesson and completion of homework is essential.
This course is physically demanding and requires prolonged kneeling, but additional kneeling comfort can be provided upon request of the instructor.
Requirement: Photo ID
Dates:
Jan 22 - Feb 2, 2024
Times: Mon - Fri, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. for 2 weeks
Fee: $1,295 (textbook and pocket mask included)
Register
No late admittance, no refund for late or no shows
Transportation Endorsement • XOCH 0780
As an endorsement to the OFA Level 1 certificate, this course meets the needs of those responsible for transporting injured workers to medical aid from more remote settings. Endorsement expires with the OFA Level 1 certificate. You must hold a valid OFA Level 1 certificate to receive the endorsement.
Requirements: Current OFA Level 1 certificate and photo ID.
Dates: Wed, Oct 11
Times: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fee: $165 (textbook included)
No late admittance, no refund for late or no shows
Emergency First Aid with CPR-C • XOCH 0770
This 1-day First Aid course includes the following:
- The Red Cross
- Preparing to respond
- The EMS system
- Check, Call, Care
- Airway emergencies
- Breathing and circulation emergencies
- First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
- Wound care
- CPR Level C
For more information about this course, see the Red Cross Fact Sheet.
Requirement: Photo ID
Dates: To be announced
Times: 1 day, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $185
No late admittance, no refund for late or no shows
Standard First Aid with CPR-C • XOCH 0840
This 2-day First Aid course includes the following:
- The Red Cross
- Preparing to respond
- The EMS system
- Check, Call, Care
- Airway emergencies
- Breathing and circulation emergencies
- First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
- Wound care
- Head, neck, and spinal injuries
- Bone, muscle, and joint injuries
- Sudden medical emergencies
- Environmental illnesses
- Poisons
- CPR Level C
For more information about this course, see the Red Cross Fact Sheet.
Requirement: Photo ID
Dates: To be announced
Times: 2 days, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $255
No late admittance, no refund for late or no shows
Emergency Child Care First Aid • XOCH 0880
This 8-hour emergency response care program offers an overview of first aid and CPR skills, the EMS system, bone/muscle/ joint injuries, wound care, head and spine injuries, and much more. The course includes a focus on childhood injuries and illnesses. This course was designed for those working with children as well as for parents/caregivers.
For more information about this course, see the Red Cross Fact Sheet.
Requirement: Photo ID
Dates: To be announced
Times: 1 day, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $185
No late admittance, no refund for late or no shows
Basic Life Support • XOCH 0690
This 4-hour First Aid course offers training in: Glove Removal, Primary Assessment, CPR, AED, Airway Obstruction, Assisted Ventilation, and Basic Life Support special considerations.
For more information about this course, see the Red Cross Fact Sheet.
Requirement: Photo ID
Dates/ Times: To be announced
Fee: $185
No late admittance, no refund for late or no shows
Mental Health First Aid for Adults who Interact with Youth • XOCH 0060
This 14-hour course focuses on the basics of providing mental health support to youth aged 12-24. Participants will be better prepared to interact confidently with the young people in their lives who are struggling with mental health. Topics covered include substance overdose, suicidal behaviours, panic attacks, acute stress reactions, psychotic episodes, common disorders, trauma, and anxiety.
For more information about this course, see the description on the Mental Health Commission of Canada website.
Requirement:
- Minimum age of 19 years old
- Only those participants who attend the full course will be deemed to have successfully completed the course and therefore eligible to receive a certificate
Contact us at 250-392-8010 or wlcontinuingstudies@tru.ca to be put on the interest list for a future class or if you would like to schedule this course for your organization.
No late admittance, no refund for late or no shows
Late policy for ALL First Aid courses:
WorkSafe BC Regulations require all First Aid courses to start at the scheduled time. Due to the amount of time required for the approved curriculum, late students will not be permitted to join a class in session.
Late or no-show students are not eligible for refunds.
Contact Community Education and Workforce Development at 250-392-8010 or email wlcontinuingstudies@tru.ca to have your name placed on an interest list for upcoming course information.
